This guide provides a set of comprehensive guidelines to help beginning and experienced computer systems project managers effectively control and direct software development and maintenance activities. It features discussions on all the tasks, deliverables, responsibilities, and timing requirements needed to manage software projects on-time and within budget. The book is designed to serve as an aid to all those involved with developing, supporting, managing and maintaining computer software systems, including project and technical managers, systems programmers and analysts, systems testers, quality assurance specialists, development program managers, and software product managers.