Editing Project manager (section)

=== Project tools ===
Some tools, knowledge and techniques for managing projects may be unique to project management - for example: [[work breakdown structure | work-breakdown structure]]s, [[critical path analysis | critical-path analysis]] and [[earned-value management]]. Understanding and applying the tools and techniques which are generally recognized{{cn|date=October 2024}} as good practices are not sufficient alone for effective project management. Effective project management requires that the project manager understands and uses the knowledge and skills from at least four areas of expertise.{{cn|date=October 2024}} Examples are [[PMBOK]], Application Area Knowledge: standards and regulations set forth by [[International Organization for Standardization | ISO]] for project management, General Management Skills and Project Environment Management<ref>PMBOK Guide Third Edition 2004 p.12</ref> There are many options for [[project-management software]] to assist in executing projects for project managers and any associated [[team]]s.