In my previous post, The WBS Basics, we developed a simple Work Breakdown Structure (WBS). In previous posts related to this foundations series, I’ve discussed TheTask and Deliverables. A WBS is, as previously noted, a hierarchical representation of the complete project scope. (A list of all tasks without any organization …
In the WBS, use nouns for deliverables and work packages; use verbs to name tasks. – Danu M. Kothari, Managing Successful IT Projects with the basic “Tools of the Trade,” PMI ISSIG Webinar, July 20, 2006 I have talked about TheTask and Deliverables. We now have the background to drill …
Muda (non-value-added [wastes])… includes the seven wastes of the Toyota Production System and their lean product development counterparts…. Any activities that lengthen lead times and add an extra cost to the product, for which the customer is unwilling to pay, are considered muda. – Morgan, James M. and Liker, Jeffrey …
