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Project Estimating and Cost Management /
Improve the accuracy of project estimates and make better in-progress modifications by following the discipline-independent approach mapped out in this book. Learn the best ways to apply new tools, including a breakdown structure for both work and resources and proven estimating models. In addition,...
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| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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Berrett-Koehler Publishers,
2001.
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| Edición: | 1st edition. |
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| Acceso en línea: | Texto completo (Requiere registro previo con correo institucional) |
Tabla de Contenidos:
- Intro; Title Page; Copyright; About the Author; Dedication; Table of Contents; Preface; Acknowledgments; CHAPTER 1 Introduction; Project Scope and Objectives; Organizational Objectives; Project Selection; CHAPTER 2 Deliverable-Oriented Work Breakdown structure; Work Breakdown Structure; WBS Development Steps; The Division Bases; Case Example: WBS for an Industrial Complex; Comparison of the Different Bases; Process-Oriented Projects; Organizational Priorities; Semantics; Changing the Paradigm; CHAPTER 3 Resource Breakdown Structure; Nomenclature, Dimensions, and Units.
- Resource Breakdown StructureRBS Development; The Primary Division Basis; Lower-Level Division Bases with a Concentration on Human Resources; Estimating the Costs; Detailed Example; CHAPTER 4 Estimating Models; Accuracy; Parametric Estimating; Modular Estimating; Parametric Model; Analogous Estimating; Ratio Estimating; The Three-Quarters Rule; The Square Root Rule; The Two-Thirds Rule; Range Estimating; Expert Judgment; Normalization; CHAPTER 5 Progress Monitoring; Developing a Monitoring Plan; Elements of Monitoring; Earned Value; Productivity; CHAPTER 6 Cost Management; Causes of Change.
- Feed-Forward TechniqueImpact of Schedule on Cost; Lifecycle Costs; Impact of Project Risk; CHAPTER 7 External Projects; Specifications; Contracts; Response to Specifications; Bidding; Project Costs; Direct Costs; Indirect Costs; Overhead; Allowance; Contingency; Project Audit; Bibliography; Index.