Creating a robust WBS using 10 simple rules
There are elements of both science and art to creating a WBS that will eventually lead to project success. WBS concepts and definitions are still evolving rather rapidly, as compared to other aspects of the project management field. At the same time, there is a shortage of books and articles that comprehensively guide WBS development.
Due to this, I have collated 10 handy rules and best practices that can guide your practice. This collection was first introduced in my online courses, with the added benefit of feedback from thousands of my learners, which is also present in this section.
It is important to understand that most of these rules are only rules of thumb, with some exceptions that are explained ahead. Most are based on well-known real-world practice and not theory. Following these rules will benefit you, but there will be occasions when you can customize (and break) them too. So, without further ado, let's proceed to...
