Ch 4 Flashcards
What is meant by planning a project?
Planning is the systematic arrangement of tasks to accomplish an objective.
What does planning a project encompass?
The plan lays out what needs to be accomplished and how it is to be accomplished. The plan becomes a benchmark against which actual progress can be compared
Who should be involved in planning the work?
The people who will be involved in performing the work are also involved in planning the work
What is meant by the term project objective?
The objective is the target- the tangible end product that the project must deliver. The objective must be clear, specific, and measurable
What might happen if a project objective is not clearly written?
The end product might not meet the needs of the customer
Give an example of a project objective
Build a new garage for a new house by the end of December with a budget of $50,000
Describe a project scope document
Includes sections for the customer requirements, statement of work, project deliverables, acceptance criteria, and work breakdown structure. The contents of these sections include many items contained in a Project charter, RFP, or contractor’s proposal in greater deal
Why is it important to clearly define the project scope?
To establish a common understanding among project stakeholders regarding what needs to be done to produce all the deliverables for the project
What is a work breakdown structure?
The WBS breaks down a project down to manageable pieces. It is a hierarchical tree or an indentured list of end items that will be accomplished. The graphic structure subdivides the project into smaller princes called work items. The lowest-level item of any one branch is called a work package. An end product is the item that will be produced as a result of carrying out the project.
What is a responsibility assignment matrix?
A method used to display, in tabular format, the individuals responsible for accomplishing the work items in the WBS.
How are the WBS and responsibility assignment matrix related?
They are related by all the work items and work packages listed in the WBS are listed in the responsibility assignment matrix
What is an activity? Does it always require human effort?
An activity is a defined piece of work that consumes time. It does not necessarily require the expenditure of effort by people - for example, waiting for concrete to harden can take several days but does not require human effort
