Based on a sound conceptual foundation yet developed to meet practical concerns, Project Risk Management has become recognized as a standard work on its subject. It sets out the key issues and concepts involved in effective risk and uncertainty management in a clear and accessibly way, providing a comprehensive discussion of risk management processes set firmly in the context of the project management task as a whole and focused on improving performance. Essential reading for anyone involved in managing projects-- including senior and middle managers, consultants, and practitioners--the Third Edition incorporates discussion of all key developments in the field since the previous edition was published in