project planning. develop the baseline develop the scope of what is required split the project into...
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Project PlanningProject Planning
Develop the BaselineDevelop the Baseline Develop the scope of what is required
Split the project into meaningful elements using a Work Breakdown Structure
Develop a schedule linking the various project elements
Identify the resources needed for each element of the WBS
Develop cost forecasts for each element of the WBS
Forecast revenues and benefits
Consider risks and options
Develop a strategy (organisation, purchasing, risk, etc).
Allocate tasks and responsibilities
Initiate a documentation and reporting system
Breakdown Structure CubeBreakdown Structure Cube
Organisation Breakdown Structure (OBS)
Work Breakdown Structure(WBS)
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Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS)
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Work Breakdown Structure Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)(WBS)
Sub-dividing the Project into Work Packages
Work Breakdown StructureWork Breakdown Structure
A hierarchical breakdown of project elements - the “work packages”
Provides consistent basis for schedule and costs Forms the basis for control and reporting Must be consistent across projects and
programmes
Example WBSExample WBSBuild New College
MainBuilding
Site SportsComplex
Curriculum StaffingOrganisation
Systems EquipmentStructure
Plumbing CommsHeat &Ventilation
Sound &Vision
ElectricPower
Lighting
Tender Evaluate Order Delivery
Design TestConstructPurchase
Basic WBS for Project Basic WBS for Project FrameworkFramework
Level 1
InitialInvestigation
Level 2
Dev. Implement.& Validation
Operation& Closure
Feasibility &Definition
Business Review
Objective / Business Driver
Total Project
Requirements for a standardised Requirements for a standardised
WBS Coding SystemWBS Coding System Within the Business a series of unique numbers or
letters must be developed to identify each level in the WBS
The coding system must allow summary calculations (of cost & time) at each level
The coding system must relate to the general ledger used by the Accounts Department (which may also identify type of asset, etc.)
The codes must be relevant to each business unit
Gantt ChartsGantt Charts
Pert ChartsPert Charts
Chart DependenciesChart Dependencies
F I N I S H T O S T A R T F I N I S H T O F I N I S H S T A R T T O S T A R T
British Standard Precedence British Standard Precedence BoxBox
Milestones & GatesMilestones & Gates
Critical Chain AnalysisCritical Chain Analysis
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Project 1
Project 2
Project 3
Critical Chain
Critical Chain for James – possible resolution that tasks move forwards and backwards and total critical path adjusted by allowance from programme buffer.
Programme Buffer