The exact failure rate of projects is difficult to capture, but it's approximately 40%-70%. While there is no consensus on this figure, there is agreement about what is needed to improve successes.

Strategy should not be the blowing of bubbles behind executive boardroom doors at the top of the organisation, but rather a clear and visible platform throughout the business landscape.

This book is aimed at the project manager who has been asked to step up and manage a complex project or programme, but would like to differentiate him/herself from being a competent manager to an exceptional leader.

The most frequently cited definition of project failure is the failure to meet time, cost or scope targets. Interestingly – and somewhat frustrating for project managers – is that even when these three have been met, success can remain elusive.

What is it that Africa lacks that other continents seem to have? Why is the African continent in so many ways still living up to its reputation as ‘the dark continent’ instead of being the growth centre of the world? Wessel Pieters of WHP believes what is ultimately required is a turnaround strategy implemented using appropriate project management methodologies.