5 - Creating the Project Schedule Flashcards
What is the primary purpose of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)?
To define all the work of the project in a deliverables-oriented hierarchy
The WBS helps in estimating activity duration, assigning resources, and creating a budget.
What is decomposition in the context of a WBS?
The process of breaking down high-level deliverables into smaller, manageable work units.
What is the lowest level of a WBS called?
Work package level.
What should a WBS be used as a reference for?
Numerous other planning processes.
What is a key component of the WBS that helps clarify project deliverables?
The graphical representation of the WBS.
What does the code of accounts refer to in a WBS?
A numeric identifier used to sum and track costs, schedule, and resources associated with WBS elements.
Fill in the blank: The WBS dictionary includes _______.
[Code of accounts identifier, description of work, organization responsible, resources, cost estimates, criteria for acceptance].
What is the scope baseline?
The approved scope statement, WBS, and WBS dictionary used throughout project documentation.
True or False: The project management plan is static and does not change once approved.
False.
What are the components included in the project management plan?
- Scope management plan
- Scope statement
- WBS
- WBS dictionary
- Schedule
- Cost management plan
- Quality management plan
- Risk plans
- Change management plan.
What is the main goal of constructing a WBS?
To ensure resources can be assigned and held accountable for completing work and determining estimates.
What should you avoid when creating a WBS?
Creating a to-do list of individual activities.
What does the project management plan define?
How the project is executed, how performance is measured, and how it is closed.
What is the significance of involving knowledgeable team members in the WBS creation process?
To ensure all key elements are identified and to communicate the project effectively.
What are the three types of baselines mentioned in the project management plan?
- Scope baseline
- Schedule baseline
- Cost baseline.
What is a benefit of having a detailed WBS?
It prevents critical work from being overlooked and helps control change.
How can the WBS assist in onboarding new team members?
By providing a clear visual representation of project deliverables and components.
What is the relationship between a WBS and customer communication?
The WBS helps convey the magnitude of the project and the necessary components to stakeholders.
What should be documented in the WBS dictionary?
- Code of accounts identifier
- Description of work
- Organization responsible
- Resources
- Cost estimates
- Criteria for acceptance.
What does the project management plan include regarding methodology?
The life cycle methodology used for the project, such as waterfall, agile, or hybrid.
What is the purpose of the project management plan?
It serves as a roadmap for the project, guiding decisions, work efforts, change requests, and corrective actions
It is used in waterfall or hybrid methodologies.
Who collaborates to create the project management plan?
The project manager, project team, and key stakeholders
Collaboration helps manage customer expectations and align stakeholder needs.
What are the objectives of documenting the project management plan?
- Manage customer expectations
- Optimize alignment between stakeholder needs and project objectives
- Survey stakeholders for consensus
This documentation is crucial for project success.
What is the first step in developing a project schedule after completing the WBS?
Determine tasks
This is followed by sequencing tasks, allocating resources, and determining task durations.