To put the processes discussed in this chapter in proper perspective one should
recognize that the essence of project management is risk management. Every technique
in this book is really a risk management technique. Each in its own way tries
to prevent something bad from happening. Project selection systems try to reduce
the likelihood that projects will not contribute to the mission of the firm. Project
scope statements, among other things, are designed to avoid costly misunderstandings
and reduce scope creep. Risk breakdown structures reduce the likelihood that
some vital part of the project will be omitted or that the budget estimates are unrealistic.
Teambuilding reduces the likelihood of dysfunctional conflict and breakdowns
in coordination. All of the techniques try to increase stakeholder
satisfaction and increase the chances of project success