Project management in product development: Leadership skills and management techniques to deliver great products is written for new and aspiring project managers in product development. Although texts on project management are common, the material presented here is unique, focusing on product development, a challenging segment of project management due to the high level of uncertainty, the need for a robust set of problem-solving techniques, and a demand for broad cross-functional teams. The book also emphasizes more than just project management techniques, including a thorough treatment of transformational and transactional leadership. Other topics covered include problem-solving techniques, development and continuous improvement of processes required in product development, risk recognition and management, and proper communication with managers and other stakeholders.