Delivering Project Excellence With the Statement of Work

Rating:
Summary: Solid Book !
Review: Mr. Martin did a magnificent job explaining what an SOW is and when it should be created. He also explains in detail the creation of an SOW and how it applies to the government and private business sectors. If you are familiar with SOW's you can skip Chapters 1-3 and dive into Chapter 4. I strongly recommend Chapter 5-7.

Chapter 1: Defining the Statement of Work
Historical Perspective on the SOW
Industry Standard Definition of the SOW
Definition of the SOW in the New Economy

Chapter 2: The Importance of the SOW in Managing Projects
Reasons for Having a SOW
Benefits of the SOW

Chapter 3: When to Do an SOW
Consequences of Lack of Guidance for the Private Sector
When an SOW Should Be Done
Types of SOW's and When They Apply

Chapter 4: Who Should Develop the SOW
Building the TIGER Team
Building the Cone of Cohesion

Chapter 5: Building the SOW foundation
Performing Due Diligence
Building the WBS

Chapter 6: Framing the SOW
Developing the SOW Framework
Structure of the Baseline SOW framework

Chapter 7: Finalizing the SOW
Drafting a Quality SOW
Role of the SOW in Pricing the Project
Reviewing the SOW
Role of the SOW in the Contract

Chapter 8: Sample SOW's
(this chapter breaks down the examples included on the CD)

Chapter 9: Managing Change to the SOW
The importance of Managing Change
Identifying When a Change Occurs
Factors to Consider in Managing Changes to the Project
Tools for Managing Change to the Project

Chapter 10: Selling the Importance and Benefits of the SOW

I would have preferred a variety of SOWS on the included CD giving examples of different types of projects. The templates that are included on CD were helpful. I was able to immediately use the template for one of my projects. I was very satisfied with my purchase.