PBS & WBS Flashcards
First step to developing WBS?
Develop system hierarchy/ PBS first, from the top down.
What are the lower levels of WBS?
Management, systems engineering, assembly.
Can you modify through product development cycle?
Yes. Full extent of the work may not be obvious in the early phases.
What are the document assumptions?
Test beds, spacecraft computer and software requirements.
WBS errors: #1
Functions without products. The WBS describes only functions but no products. The project manager ends up as only one responsible for products.
WBS error #2
Inappropriate branches. Has branch points inconsistent with PBS element integration.
WBS error #3
Inconsistency with PBS. PBS may not be fully implemented as a result. This complicated the management process.