Book description
The Government Manager's Guide to the Work Breakdown StructureThe work breakdown structure (WBS) is a cornerstone of managing any project. Every government manager should understand how to construct a WBS in the project or program lifecycle. This quick reference presents the fundamental WBS principles, pragmatic steps for the government manager to follow in developing a project WBS, and a checklist for the project manager to use in reviewing a WBS. In addition, DOD recommendations for avoiding pitfalls in constructing a WBS are highlighted.
Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- ABOUT THE AUTHOR
- Dedication
- CONTENTS
- PREFACE
- CHAPTER 1: Introduction to the Work Breakdown Structure
- CHAPTER 2: Work Breakdown Structure Fundamentals
- CHAPTER 3: WBS Details
- CHAPTER 4: Use of the WBS in Managing Government Projects
- CHAPTER 5: Lifecycle Planning: Programs and Phases
- CHAPTER 6: WBS Principles, Steps, and Checklist
- ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
- REFERENCES AND RESOURCES
- INDEX
Product information
- Title: The Government Manager's Guide to the Work Breakdown Structure
- Author(s):
- Release date: July 2013
- Publisher(s): Berrett-Koehler Publishers
- ISBN: 9781567264326
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