synopsis<\/h2>\n
i have to say, the author’s have taken on a wide scope and have done so well. written to be “a gentle introduction to p6”, \u00a0williams and krazer cover oracle’s primavera p6 enterprise project portfolio management tool from end to end. \u00a0the focus is on 3 main areas:<\/p>\n
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- how to use p6 to build schedules<\/li>\n
- basics of portfolio management and analysis<\/li>\n
- resource management, briefly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
there is even an appendix chapter on integration of p6 with cost management systems like peoplesoft or jd edwards.<\/p>\n
as you may know, primavera p6 eppm differs from primavera p6 ppm<\/a> in that it consists of both a web-based tool as well as the familiar p6 windows-client – williams and krazer cover both in their book, making it a complete reference manual.<\/p>\n
highlights<\/h2>\n
a few items that standout for me on reading\u00a0oracle primavera p6 version 8: project and portfolio management<\/a><\/p>\n
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- the author’s clearly know their stuff. \u00a0included are some gems like the history of primavera software, details on downloading the software from oracle, and an overview of what’s new in version 8.<\/li>\n
- the concepts are equally covered first in the web tool, then in the windows client. \u00a0this layout helps to compare and contrast both tools so you can decide which is right in your circumstances.<\/li>\n
- best practices are highlighted throughout the book. \u00a0this will help reader’s not only understand the feature, but how best to use that feature in projects.<\/li>\n
- the author’s do their best to cover concepts in detail and with appropriate screenshots and arrows to guide you.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
areas for improvement<\/h2>\n
although this book is very well done overall, for me, the coverage of p6 eppm’s risk management features is needs a bit more. \u00a0with version 8, a complete overhaul of risk management was implemented and i would have liked to see more detail on setting up risk matrices and risk scoring, as many of my clients have requested. \u00a0 lastly, although the book is rich with screenshots, at times, the images could be bigger and cover more of the page. \u00a0this may be a layout issue enforced by the publisher. \u00a0these areas for improvement are small in comparison to the value the book brings.<\/p>\n
recommendations<\/h2>\n
as primavera trainer and implementation consultant, i often get asked what books on primavera p6 i would recommend. \u00a0i would recommend\u00a0oracle primavera p6 version 8: project and portfolio management<\/a>\u00a0to any user, new or seasoned, of primavera p6 eppm. \u00a0it’s a valuable and detailed reference for a complex and sophisticated project management tool.<\/p>\n
you can download\u00a0oracle primavera p6 version 8: project and portfolio management<\/a>\u00a0in ebook form from packt publishing<\/a> or purchase the hardcopy and keep it handy. \u00a0it is also available on amazon<\/a>.<\/p>\n
have your say<\/h2>\n
have you read this book? \u00a0let us know what you think and how it stands up.<\/p>\n
got a recommendation to share? \u00a0what books on primavera p6 would you recommend to users and why?<\/p>\n
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