Project Definition Tools: Work Planning
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WBS Planning Quick Tool
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BREAKDOWN STRUCTURE
Work planning is executed as part of the project definition phase of the fast track management process. The WBS Planning quick tool is a PDF fill-in-the-blanks form used to quickly document and plan key elements of the project Work Breakdown Structure. As the project proceeds, the WBS guides the overall work effort, as well as specific tasks and activities.
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