How Big Things Get Done

HOW BIG THINGS GET DONE: The Surprising Factors That Determine the Fate of Every Project, from Home Renovations to Space Exploration and Everything In Between

by Bent Flyvbjerg & Dan Gardner

Why do big projects fail, and what can you do to improve the successes of your personal or professional projects?  This book explains the key factors behind the successes and failures of mega projects, with specific strategies and heuristics to significantly improve the likelihood of success in large-scale projects.

In this summary, you’ll learn:

• Why so many megaprojects fail–with 995 out of 1000 exceeding time, exceeding budget and/or underdelivering on their promised benefits.

• The difference between the “Think Fast, Act Slow”, versus “Think Slow, Act Fast” approach to project management.

• The 11 heuristics or keys to approaching megaprojects to maximize your chances of success.

Who should read this:
• Business leaders, managers, entrepreneurs, project managers, policymakers, and anyone involved in large-scale projects.
• Anyone who’s interested in understanding project management, effective planning and execution.