What is software? Set of instructions designed to program a work.e.g.system s/w(e.g..OS),application s/w(e.g..ms word),utility s/w(e.g.antivirus) Categories of s/w product: Generic(for market field),custom(for client purpose) What is project ? Series of task need to be completed for required outcome. What is software project? Complete procedure of software developed from customer requirement. What is management? It is needed for completing project within decided budget,duration,according to requirement of customer. Its art and science of planning and leading s/w project It is management or proper planning and leading of s/w project. Why is Software Project Management important? Planning a project Leading group of team working on project Proper execution of project Time management for completion of task Budget of project Maintainance keeping to avoid defect