Secrets to Mastering the WBS in Real-World Projects: The Most Practical Approach to Work Breakdown Structures (Wbs)! Paperback – January 1, 2010

Liliana brilliantly covered a core project management subject that many people do not understand, therefore can use it properly. I am a hands-on learner. When I saw the word "practical" on the front cover, I thought it would be worth the read. This is the best kind of book for us, putting theory to work. I was pleasantly surprised at how her real-world examples matched what I was looking for. While many of her examples are from the IT industry, the concepts transferred to my industry of construction. Too many authors live in theory-land. I love to hear war stories, lessons learned, and personal tips.This is a real "how to" book for creating and using a WBS that aligns with the PMBOK (4th ed) and the Practice Standard for WBS (2nd ed). Each chapter covers the benefits (and give tips/examples) of using a WBS in nearly every area of project management. I searched high and low for answers on WBS software. No one could even discuss the topic. I found everything I needed in Chapter 7, a full breakdown of 7 different software options, along with customizing tips. Once you have this book delivered, carve out a permanent spot near your PM work station. I highly recommend. Thank you for sharing from your experiences Liliana!

I have been a PMP for many years, even taught project management. I am so tired of books that explain something from the vantage point of someone who already knows what they are talking about and can't simplify it so that others will understand.The concept of a WBS is easy, but it isn't necessarily easy to execute based on the way it is presented in most books. Buchtik's book is clear, easy to understand, and common sense based.Probably the part of the book I loved the most was the discussion about the differences between a project schedule and a WBS. Finally someone has the nerve to say what I have been saying for years, they are not the same.I would recommend this book to anyone interested in understanding what a WBS is and how to develop one that is actually useful on a real project.

I had a vague idea about WBS and thought I could just sit down and write one. But this book taught me so much more than expected. The author writes in an engaging style and brings in her real life experience which I really appreciate. When correctly written, as this book instructs, deliverables stand out.

It's an easy way to understand the complex and ambiguous topic of WBS. It's terrific in order to develop a complete work and in detail of all issues and potential risk than could appear.

I have been working as a project manager for years with some training but mostly it was learn as you go. I was guilty of confusing the schedule with the WBS. This book clarified the WBS and the WBS dictionary and how it is used in conjunction with the project schedule. It ties the WBS in with communication, risk and resource management. I will be applying the principles I learned from this book in my future projects. I also liked the fact that this was not a long book, I finished it in just a few days.

Let's face it. The WBS should not need a complete book of instruction but, because it is so misunderstood, this book has come along to set us straight. The book is in compliance with the PMBOK guidelines and provides references for many of the statements from authoritative sources. It provides several examples walking the reader through each step of developing a WBS. I would have appreciated more examples of unusual situations and ways to tackle tricky issues. However, all of the key elements are well covered.

I'm looking forward to restudying WBS books.(I'm japanese)but in japanese, can't find.in found this book, I'm so happy. case study, structed story and easy read are good for me.

Great book on the WBS and how is can be applied to each phase of Project Management and its value as the one of the key fundamentals of project scope management.

Es exactamente lo que requería

Sin duda alguna es el mejor libro que leído sobre sobre dirección de proyectos y sobre todo lo que más me ha gustado es que es 100 × 100 práctico

Obra fundamental para aqueles que querem ter a base teórica necessária para alcançar a proficiência na utilização da WBS. A autora aborda os vários aspectos da WBS e sua ligação com outras áreas de conhecimento, além da gestão de escopo, como riscos e custos. Cada erro comumente cometido na elaboração da EAP é abordado pela autora.

It may look basic when you first read it, but it becomes a very useful resource when it comes to developping a real WBS for a real project!

プロジェクト・マネージャーおよびPMO的な業務を行っております。WBSについてブラッシュアップや曖昧な点の解決を図りたいと考え購入しました。・WBSがタスク指向で定義されていたのは、PMBOKガイドの前身であるPMBOKの時代（1987年）ないしそれ以前の古い概念。　PMBOKガイド１版からは、成果物指向で明確に定義されている。　スコープのマネジメントは成果物指向なのであって、タスク指向なのはタイムマネジメントのスケジューリングである。・WBSは承認前ならいつでもして更新をかけてよい。ただし、承認後は変更管理プロセスに従う。　例外として、詳細化・明確化であって、スコープに変更がない更新の場合は、公式の変更管理プロセスに従う必要はない。・PMBOKとアジャイルはどちらかだけを知っていればいいとかどちらかだけを使えばいいというものではない。　全体プロジェクトではPMBOKに沿ったWBS作成を行い、特定のプロダクトにおいてはアジャイルを適用するような形も可能。という旨の記述があります。これらはWBSを考えるにおいて非常に理解に役に立つ知識であると思います。またPMBOKのさまざまな知識エリアやプロセスにおいてWBSをどのように活用できるかが示されています。本書のおかげでWBSについて理解が深まりました。☆５とさせていただきます。