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Advanced Topics in Defense Project Management

Editors: Darli Vieira, Alencar Bravo, Geraldo Ferrer

Series Title: Handbook of Defense Project Management

Advanced Topics in Defense Project Management

Volume 2
ISBN: 979-8-89881-181-5
eISBN: 979-8-89881-180-8 (Online)

Introduction

The Handbook of Defense Project Management equips readers with the knowledge, frameworks, and practical tools necessary to navigate the complexities of modern defence initiatives. The book provides a comprehensive, authoritative guide to managing defence projects in today's rapidly evolving professional environment, where technology and security are key aspects.

Topics covered include project planning, decision-making, stakeholder engagement, contract and program management, agile methodologies, and technology integration. The book also explores advanced challenges such as procurement complexity, supply chain resilience, model-based systems engineering, leadership, education initiatives, and the use of combat simulations for operational effectiveness. Real-world case studies, including NATO collaborations and academia-industry-defence partnerships, illustrate best practices and actionable strategies.

Key Features

  • - Combines foundational knowledge with advanced, specialised topics in defence project management.
  • - Brings about a multidisciplinary approach bridging management, technology, and strategy.
  • - Provides practical frameworks, tools, and real-world case studies to enhance project success.
  • - Gives a global perspective with contributions from leading defence scholars and practitioners.

Target Readership:

Project managers in the defence sector and military professionals and academics, researchers, and graduate students seeking a thorough understanding of modern defence project management and its challenges.

Preface

The Handbook of Defense Project Management comprehensively explores the principles, strategies, and practices underpinning effective defense project management. Structured in two complementary volumes, it serves as an essential reference for academics and practitioners within the defense sector. While Volume 1 focuses on foundational principles, Volume 2 addresses advanced and specialized topics, offering an integrated perspective on the discipline. Together, these volumes form an indispensable resource for those seeking a holistic understanding of the discipline.

Volume 2—Advanced Topics in Defense Project Management—delves into the complexities and emerging trends that shape the contemporary defense landscape. It addresses the intricate challenges of managing defense projects in a dynamic and interconnected global environment. By exploring advanced topics such as managing large-scale, high-cost systems, adapting to evolving procurement practices, and creating resilient supply chains, this volume equips readers with the tools needed to address real-world complexities. It also introduces transformative methodologies and highlights the role of education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovation in fostering resilience and value creation.

Readers will gain new perspectives on how to navigate a range of advanced issues—from using simulation tools to enhance operational readiness to challenging traditional leadership paradigms in technology-intensive environments. Through these insights, this volume enables practitioners to anticipate and respond effectively to the defense sector’s most pressing challenges. By engaging with these advanced concepts, both seasoned professionals and newcomers will find practical strategies for tackling challenges and contributing to the advancement of defense project management.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the authors, whose expertise and commitment have made this handbook an invaluable resource. We trust that Volume 2 will not only deepen understanding, but also inspire innovation and excellence as readers navigate the complexities of defense project management in today’s fast-evolving world.

Darli Vieira
Management Department
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
Trois-Rivières (QC), Canada

Alencar Bravo
Management Department
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
Trois-Rivières (QC), Canada

&

Geraldo Ferrer
Department of Defense Management
Naval Postgraduate School
Monterey (CA), USA



Disclosure:

The similarities between the prefaces of Volume 1 "Foundations of Defense Project Management" and Volume 2 "Advanced Topics in Defense Project Management" of the Handbook of Defense Project Management are intentional. They ensure consistency and reinforce the complementary nature of both volumes, making them a comprehensive resource on defense project management.

The opening sections and acknowledgments are equal in both prefaces, providing a unified introduction and recognizing the collective contributions of the authors. While the structure remains uniform, each preface highlights the distinct focus of its respective volume—Volume 1 on foundational principles and Volume 2 on advanced topics. This parallel approach enhances clarity and underscores the handbook’s integrated perspective.