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Match the planning concepts with their descriptions:
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Estimate = A quantitative assessment of the likely amount or outcome of a variable Accuracy = An assessment of correctness within the quality management system Precision = An assessment of exactness within the quality management system Crashing = A method used to shorten the schedule duration by adding resources
Match the attributes of the Planning Performance Domain with their outcomes:
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Organized project progress = The project progresses in a coordinated and deliberate manner Holistic approach = There is a holistic approach to delivering project outcomes Sufficient planning information = Planning information is sufficient to manage stakeholder expectations Adaptive planning process = There is a process for adaptation of plans based on changing needs
Match the key terms with their definitions:
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Budget = The approved estimate for the project or any WBS component Schedule compression = Activities or phases normally done in sequence performed in parallel Activities = Functions associated with the ongoing organization for project deliverables Deliverables = Specific outcomes the project was undertaken to achieve
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Flashcards
Planning Performance Domain
Planning Performance Domain
A domain that organizes and coordinates project work throughout the project life cycle
Project deliverables
Project deliverables
The specific outputs or outcomes a project aims to achieve.
Planning
Planning
Proactively developing a strategy or approach to create project deliverables.
Project outcomes
Project outcomes
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Estimate
Estimate
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Accuracy
Accuracy
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Crashing (schedule compression)
Crashing (schedule compression)
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Budget
Budget
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Progressive Elaboration
Progressive Elaboration
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Project Life Cycle Assessment
Project Life Cycle Assessment
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Planning Variables
Planning Variables
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Development Approach
Development Approach
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Organizational Requirements
Organizational Requirements
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Market Conditions
Market Conditions
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Planning Artifacts
Planning Artifacts
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Mandatory Dependency
Mandatory Dependency
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Discretionary Dependency
Discretionary Dependency
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External Dependency
External Dependency
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Internal Dependency
Internal Dependency
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Incremental Planning (Adaptive Schedule)
Incremental Planning (Adaptive Schedule)
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Project Scope
Project Scope
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Product Scope
Product Scope
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Predictive Planning
Predictive Planning
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Iterative/Incremental Planning
Iterative/Incremental Planning
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Estimate Range
Estimate Range
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Estimate Accuracy
Estimate Accuracy
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Estimate Precision
Estimate Precision
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Timebox
Timebox
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Prioritized Backlog
Prioritized Backlog
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Self-Management
Self-Management
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Demonstrate Work
Demonstrate Work
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Backlog Update
Backlog Update
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Schedule Compression
Schedule Compression
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Cost Baseline
Cost Baseline
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Project Budget
Project Budget
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Integrated Planning
Integrated Planning
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Planning throughout the Project
Planning throughout the Project
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Planning and Performance Domains
Planning and Performance Domains
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Planning Intensity
Planning Intensity
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Planning's Role in Project Progress
Planning's Role in Project Progress
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Holistic Planning
Holistic Planning
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Evolving Information
Evolving Information
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Checking Results
Checking Results
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Study Notes
Planning Performance Domain
- Planning organizes, elaborates, and coordinates project work throughout the project.
- Effective execution results in organized, coordinated, and deliberate project progress.
- A holistic approach to delivering project outcomes is crucial.
- Evolving information should be incorporated to produce desired project deliverables and outcomes.
- Time spent planning should be appropriate to the situation.
- Planning information must be sufficient to manage stakeholder expectations.
- There needs to be a process for adapting plans throughout the project based on changing needs or conditions.
Definitions Relevant to Planning
- Estimate: A quantitative assessment of likely outcomes (e.g., costs, resources, effort).
- Accuracy: Correctness of an estimate (within the quality management system).
- Precision: Exactness of an estimate (within the quality management system).
- Crashing: A schedule compression technique that reduces duration by adding resources.
- Fast Tracking: A schedule compression technique where sequential tasks are performed in parallel.
- Budget: Approved estimate for the project or any work breakdown structure (WBS) component.
Planning Overview
- Planning's purpose is to proactively create an approach for project deliverables.
- High-level planning can begin before project authorization (e.g., with vision statement, project charter, business case).
Planning Variables
- Development approach influences how, how much, and when planning is done.
- Specific phase dedicated to planning, with incremental elaboration.
- High-level planning upfront, followed by design and detailed planning.
- Adaptive approaches using iterations and release plans.
Project Deliverables
- Planning may need to be tailored to specific project types (construction, high-technology, etc.).
- Planning may be influenced by organizational requirements (policies, procedures, culture).
- Market conditions may require rapid planning for competitive advantage.
- Legal/regulatory restrictions necessitate specific documents and approvals before proceeding.
Estimating
- Planning involves developing estimates for work effort, duration, costs, resources.
- Range: Estimates have a wide range initially, narrowing as project progresses (e.g.,-25 to +75% vs -5 to +10%).
- Accuracy: Refers to the correctness of an estimate.
- Precision: Refers to the level of exactness of an estimate.
- Confidence: Estimate accuracy increases with project experience.
- Deterministic Estimates: Present a single numerical value.
- Probabilistic Estimates: Provide a range of values with associated probabilities.
- Techniques like flow-based estimating and planning poker are used for relative estimating.
Schedules
- Schedules model project activities, including durations, dependencies, and allocated resources.
- Predictive approaches: decompose the project into activities, sequence activities, estimate effort, allocate resources.
- Adaptive approaches: Use incremental planning, iterations, and release plans.
Schedule Compression
- Methods employed when initial schedule cannot be met (e.g., crashing, fast tracking).
- Crashing: Shortens duration by adding resources (people, equipment, etc.).
- Fast tracking: Performs sequential activities in parallel.
- Dependencies: Important to recognize when compressing a schedule (mandatory, discretionary, external, internal).
Budget
- Derived from agreed estimates, including project cost estimates, baseline, and contingency reserves.
- Contingency reserves are used to manage unexpected costs.
- Managements reserves are for activities beyond scope.
Project Team Composition and Structure
- Planning considers required skill sets and experience for the team.
- Evaluation of internal vs external team members.
Communication
- Communication planning is linked to stakeholder management.
- Consider who needs information, what information is needed, why sharing is needed.
- Use effective and appropriate communication channels.
Physical Resources
- Planning considers non-human resources.
- Includes materials, equipment, software.
- Procurement processes are also important for physical resources.
Changes
- Frequent changes are expected and processes for incorporating changes should be planned.
- Adapting to changes is a critical project management skill.
Metrics
- Measuring work performance and progress.
- Establishing thresholds for acceptable and unacceptable performance.
Alignment
- Maintaining planning consistency throughout the project life cycle.
- Integration with other performance domains.
Checking Results
- Evaluating project progress and performance against baselines and metrics.
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This quiz explores the essential components of the Planning Performance Domain in project management. It covers the importance of organized execution, stakeholder expectations, and adapting plans to meet evolving project needs. Test your knowledge on key definitions and techniques relevant to effective project planning.