Project Disasters and Surviving Them

Even when procedures and methods are followed closely, things can still go wrong and lead to disastrous outcomes. This book examines what causes projects to fail and the lessons to learn from these failures in order to help avoid future disasters. Using a wide variety of real-world examples such as The Apollo 13 moon mission, Coca-Cola’s Dasani water and the Millennium Dome, the book analyses what those involved in the projects did after the event, and how effective – or otherwise – their actions were in improving the final outcome. The tone of the book is positive, it shows how to identify risks and implement strategies to combat them. In a comprehensive and practical style, the author demonstrates how to support and lead project teams when things go wrong; how to turn a disaster into something positive and, most importantly, gives guidance on what not to do. This compelling and informative guide is a must read for anyone involved in managing a project and for those seeking PM qualifications.