The Project Manager's Guide to Purchasing

The Project Manager's Guide to Purchasing, Volume 1, provides a practical examination of the entire contracting process for goods and services. This commerce resource covers essential stages ranging from the initial selection of tenderers to the final placement of a contract. Garth Ward details critical topics including contract strategy, various contract types, contract law, and the evaluation of tenders. While the text addresses the specific project context, the principles apply to any professional business environment.

This guide serves both beginners and experienced professionals by offering unconventional insights and real-world applications. The Project Manager's Guide to Purchasing, Volume 1, utilizes personal experiences, case studies, and exercises to ground theoretical concepts in practice. Readers can study specific chapter topics in isolation, making it a flexible tool for professional development. The book also includes illustrations of key documents used throughout the purchasing and contracting process to aid comprehension.