Project Management: Achieving Competitive Advantage, Fifth Edition

MS Project Exercises

Using the information provided below, construct a simple WBS table for the project example.

Project Outline—Remodeling an Appliance

1. Research Phase

   1. Prepare product development proposal

      1. Conduct competitive analysis

      2. Review field sales reports

      3. Conduct technological capabilities assessment

   2. Develop focus group data

   3. Conduct telephone surveys

   4. Identify relevant specification improvements

2. Design and Engineering Phase

   1. Interface with marketing staff

   2. And so on

3. Testing Phase

4. Manufacturing Phase

5. Sales Phase