Ray W Frohnhoefer

All initiatives start with uncertainty, creating consequences ranging from unfulfilled plans to total organizational failure. Yet ongoing research has shown risk management to be a frequently neglected area of planning. A framework is a simple, basic conceptual structure of a process, modifiable to fit the needs and circumstances of initiatives, whether they be projects, programs, operations, or even a collection of activities. Strong frameworks (known as shikumi in Japanese), allow an organization to change and weather changes quickly. A good framework is usable by a small initiative, but is also usable across the organization and organizations.Risk Assessment Framework provides a complete framework and a recommended means of implementation to establish a complete, reusable, and sustainable risk management methodology for any initiative. Tools, templates, forms, and guidance provide support for the implementation of the framework. It is up to the initiative manager to review the framework, tailor the framework to be appropriate for the initiative as needed, and select tools and techniques to support the tailored framework.This newly revised edition of Risk Assessment Framework includes: an updated, scalable framework to proactively manage risk for any initiativea guide to tailoring and scaling the framework to put it to immediate usestress on positive risks as an encouragement to use it (hint: it can pay for itself )a focus on a risk assessment workshop (the recommended framework implementation method)access to tools, techniques, templates, and guidance to continuously improve risk managementalignment with the PMBOK(R) Guide - Sixth Edition and ISO 31000Whether you are an aspiring, new, accidental, or experienced manager, this book will help you successfully navigate uncertainty for any effort.UPDATE MARCH 2020: Ray W. Frohnhoefer named as number 8 of 50 Top Global Thought Leaders on Risk Management by Thinkers 360: https: //www.thinkers360.com/top-50-global-thought-leaders-and-influencers-on-risk-management-march-2020/UPDATE DECEMBER 2020: Thinkers 360 named Risk Assessment Framework one of the 50 Books from Thought Leaders You Should Read in 2021: https: //www.thinkers360.com/50-books-from-thinkers360-thought-leaders-you-should-read-in-2021/

What's an accidental project manager, you ask? Anyone who suddenly and unexpectedly finds themselves responsible for a project. Maybe the home remodel project turned out to be a little more difficult and complex than you expected. An organization you volunteer for may need a project to build a new wing for an orphanage and asks you to help. Or your manager gave you a project management book and put you in charge of an important work project.Congratulations, you just became an accidental project manager This book is the missing project management "quick start" guide for beginners, accidental, aspiring new project managers, and for those exploring project management careers or looking for a refresher.A process and an acronym will help the accidental project manager remember the essential steps of projects. It's Ray's PROJECT method: Chapter #1: The "P" - P is for PeopleChapter #2: The "R" - R is for RequirementsChapter #3: The "O" - O is for OrganizeChapter #4: The "J" - J is for JellChapter #5: The "E" - E is for ExecuteChapter #6: The "C" - C is for ControlChapter #7: The "T" - T is for TransferThe purpose of the PROJECT method is to get you started quickly, not make you an expert or teach you everything you need to know. This book is written as a business fable to help deliver the messages. It follows the method as it is applied to a fictional yet realistic organization and accidental project manager. This makes the character and the process more relatable and memorable to the reader.Each chapter is devoted to a step of the method and ends with "Knowledge Nuggets" - tips, basic project management templates, and references for further reading and study. References include sections of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK(R) Guide), the Project Management Institute's (PMI) standards for project management.Templates include: - Stakeholder Register- Communications Plan- Requirements Planning- Requirements Document- WBS Dictionary- Milestone Plan- Risk Analysis- Virtual Team Contact- Kickoff Agenda- Project Control Chart- Change Request- Status Report- Team Member Evaluation- Lessons LearnedAll templates are available online and ready-to-use with pre-filled examples.