A Comprehensive Glossary of Project Management Terms

Everything you need to know about project management in one list
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What is Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)?

In the simplest of terms, within the realm of project management, a work breakdown structure refers to a hierarchical breakdown of the work to be executed by the project team based on deliverables. All the work that is part of the WBS must be identified, estimated, scheduled, and budgeted.

Further Reading:

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