Effective Work Breakdown Structures

by Gregory T. Haugan

Overview

At last - the first comprehensive and practical guide to the work breakdown structure (WBS) in 45 years! This book offers vital new perspectives on how to apply the WBS to today's different types of projects that produce products, services or results. You'll learn how to use WBS throughout the project lifecycle to plan, control and communicate. Your new insights into the WBS principles, plus checklists and proven action steps, will improve the planning of new projects and help you launch projects more efficiently and effectively.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781567261356
Publisher:	Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Publication date:	10/01/2001
Series:	Project Management Essential Library Series
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	120
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.26(d)

About the Author

Gregory T. Haugan, Ph.D., PMP, is a PM system application and implementation expert with over 40 years of experience as a consultant and in government and private-sector positions. Vice President with GLH, Incorporated, he specializes in management consulting and training.

Table of Contents

Introduction to the Work Breakdown Structure
WBS Fundamentals
Lifecycle Planning: Programs and Phases
The WBS in Project Operations
WBS Examples and Descriptions
WBS Principles, Steps and Checklist