Clarity Glossary for Project and Portfolio Management

Work Breakdown Structure

The work breakdown structure is a hierarchical representation of all tasks within a project.

Explanation

The work breakdown structureWork Breakdown StructureSynonym for → ProjektstrukturplanEnglischer Begriff für Projektstrukturplan. systematically breaks down a project into smaller work packages. This creates a structured overview of all tasks required to execute a project.

This structure helps project teams define responsibilities, estimate effort and track the progress of a project.

The work breakdown structure often serves as the foundation for scheduling, resource planningResource PlanningSynonym for → RessourcenplanungEnglischer Begriff für Ressourcenplanung. and project controlling.

Synonyms and Abbreviations

  • WBS: Abbreviation for Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).

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