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'The writing is in a good, readable style. The author comes across as personable and knowledgeable in his subject. The book should be easy to dip into, and is likely to be a handy reference source.' - Graham Dalton, CEO, Highways Agency, London '...Having read it I can confirm that indeed the book is comprehensive, the contents cover a wide remit, and there is a section on every activity seemingly relevant to the Sponsor...As a practising risk manager and a former project manager, the book is written in an accessible manner and is even handed in its emphasis on the very important areas for the Sponsor to focus...' Mike Walker, Principal, RedAmber Consulting 'Having previously had the pleasure of working with David on some very challenging projects, I was delighted to be asked to review his book...David's text meets a real need. Effective project sponsorship is an essential discipline for all but the simplest projects, and can be the difference between a success and a high profile and expensive disaster. Sponsors...must be both the guardians and translators of the interest of investors and funders. Through cogent analysis; reference to apposite examples; and a well structured explanation of practical techniques David has provided an excellent guide to the realities of effective project sponsorship. Reviewing this text has provided me with a valuable opportunity to reflect on best practice and how to apply it. I have no hesitation in recommending it to others.' - Bill Reeve, Director, Rail Delivery at Transport Scotland

'I definitely rate this book - especially if you're working in the engineering and construction sectors in a project environment. I'm so pleased that project sponsorship is receiving some attention as it has in my opinion been neglected for too long - organisations just seem to assume that sponsors will know what to do! I think that the book is not only of interest to sponsors, but to project and programme managers, project accountants and risk managers. I do wonder how many project sponsors would have the time to read a book like this, so perhaps all of you diligent PM's out there can provide an executive summary to your sponsors! Despite the book not really hitting the sweet spot for my specialism (technology based business change), I'm still glad to have read it, and will certainly look to bring some of the methods into my ever growing tool kit.' Jon Hyde, Project and Programme Manager.

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David West is Senior Technical Director and Head of Risk Management, WSP UK. He has 29 years experience of projects in the power, petro-chemical, building, leisure, health, defence, rail, and development sectors. During his career, David's roles across the project spectrum have included: designer, design manager, site manager, construction manager, project manager, project sponsor, risk manager, business unit manager and developer. He has also been an Associate Lecturer with the Open University teaching Finance and Marketing on the MBA programme.

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