1、Estimating and Integrated Project PlanConceptsSession ObjectivesKnow the most common estimating methodsKnow where to find estimating resources and toolsBelieve in the importance of documenting assumptions when making estimatesKnow the contents of an integrated project planFive major activities for d
2、eveloping the integrated project plan:1. Agree on project objectives2. Define milestones3. Assign high-level roles and responsibilities4. Define and plan project activities5. Develop the project scheduleSteps in Project PlanningIdentify activities required to achieve milestonesAllocate responsibilit
3、ies among team membersEstimate the effort and costConsider contingencyIdentify dependenciesSteps in Activity PlanningEstimating TipsDocument assumptionsUse recognized estimating guidelinesGet a second independent estimateMake allowance for learning curves, holiday periods, training, etc.Get client a
4、greement on estimating method and assumptionsInclude contingencyUpdate estimatesDeliverable How many bottles of Oxygen will be needed for the JDI expedition?R Page 9-10 from the pre-reading assignment (in your participant guide under the tab for this session on Estimating & IPP)O To demonstrate pitf
5、alls in estimatingP Work in pairs? for XXX minutes. Be prepared to share your results and the assumptions you made.Estimating PracticeDefinition: A consolidated document that demonstrates how project objectives will be accomplished Reflects all seven of the Keys Summarizes the resources required, ti
6、me, effort, and cost of performing the project Explicitly defines both the work relating to the project (i.e., the service delivery) and the activities needed to manage and control the project Consolidates all planning outputs (MS-Project plans, stakeholder management plan, or risk management plan, etc.)The IPP Defined Value proposition Contract Milestone plan Responsibility matrix Project organization chart, governance structure, escalation levels Assumptions and estimates Change control process Risks and mitigations Route map MS-Project Plan BudgetTypical Table of Contentsfor an IPP
