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Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
A hierarchical representation of project tasks as subtasks and
work packages.
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Project management
Design
Top-Down
Using experience with similar projects
Bottom-Up
New projects begin with the determination of individual work
packages
Example
Example Work Breakdown Structure created with InfoRapid
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Structuring
Project Title
Subtasking
Structuring of project in subtasks. These can be
function-oriented, object-oriented, phase-oriented, or of
mixed orientation.
Function-Oriented
Structure
Tasks critical to project fulfillment are elaborated first.
Object-Oriented
Structure
The project-as-object is subdivided into individual
components, modules and parts.
Phase-Oriented
Structure
Conception, definition, execution and application. A final
report is prepared after each phase.
Mixed Orientation
Object-oriented or phase-oriented is preferred for upper
levels; function-oriented lower levels.
Work Packages
Smallest Planning unit in the PSC, these are never subdivided.
Can be assigned to different levels in the PSC.
Self-contained, having clear interfaces and boundaries with
other work packages. Can be assigned in their entirety to a
single workgroup or division.
Job Scheduling
Routine tasks in large, risky projects are divided into small
work packages.
Content
Package name, start and end dates, responsible party,
description of goal, activities, requirements, results,
problems and risks involved.
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