Work Breakdown Schedules, Uncertainty, and Dependency Relationships

Assignment 3: Work Breakdown Schedules, Uncertainty, and Dependency Relationships. Write a develop a three to five (3–5) page paper that addresses the following: • Describe the elements of the project plan that depend on the WBS, and provide examples of any four (4). • Discuss the potential risks and circumstances under which it might be appropriate to use a WBS from a previous project rather than develop a new one. • Explain why it is useful to have a complete WBS before engaging in formal uncertainty assessment. • Explain the difference between hard logic and soft logic for establishing dependency relationships in project schedules and offer a creative example (not from the text) for each one. The format of the paper is to be as follows: • Typed, double-spaced, Times New Roman font (size 12), one-inch margins on all sides, APA format. • Use headers for each of the subjects being covered, followed by your response. • In addition to the three to five (3–5) pages required, a title page is to be included. The title page is to contain the title of the assignment, your name, the instructor’s name, the course title, and the date. Note: You will be graded on the quality of your answers, the logic/organization of the report, your language skills, and your writing skills. The assignment will be graded using the following rubric: Outcomes Assessed • Analyze the process of creating and using the work breakdown structure. • Assess and prepare for project uncertainties. • Analyze the steps involved in project scheduling. • Use technology and information resources to research issues in managing project teams.