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NEW - Commercial Construction WBS and Draft Schedule

Wed, 23 May 2012 11:28:02 -0700

This Microsoft Project schedule for a commercial construction project includes a detailed work breakdown, draft scheduling estimates and dependencies, and high-level resource allocation. The WBS runs from the initial demolition work to interior finishing touch-up, with separate work packages for each functional group.

Premium Course: Introduction to Earned Value, Part 1: Getting Set

Wed, 23 May 2012 11:28:00 -0700

The schedule says we're only halfway there but you've spent 90% of your budget. If this sounds familiar, it might be time to consider getting serious about cost tracking for your projects.

This course by Carl Pritchard of Pritchard Management Associates provides an overview of the Earned Value approach to tracking project progress, in two parts. This first installment focuses on laying the groundwork for Earned Value Management during the Planning stage. 1 PDU

Featured Article: The Fine Art of Tempting Fate by Carl Pritchard

Wed, 23 May 2012 11:27:59 -0700

There would seem fewer more perfect examples of tempting fate than following the route of the Titanic at the same time of year on the centenary of the liner's sinking. But the trick to tempting fate is not just doing things that sound risky, but doing things that are risky.

Featured Template: Agile Technique Brief: Estimating

Wed, 23 May 2012 11:27:56 -0700

This technique brief discusses an agile approach to estimating the size of features for a software development project. The approach, called Planning Poker, provides a mechanism that allows the team to collaborate on an estimate that reflects their combined knowledge and experience. This Premium template is free to registered Members until June 7, 2012!