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6 - PROJECT TIME MANAGEMENT

The activity list, WBS, and WBS dictionary can be developed either sequentially or concurrently, with the WBS
and WBS dictionary as the basis for development of the final activity list. Each work package within the WBS is
decomposed into the activities required to produce the work package deliverables. Involving team members in the
decomposition can lead to better and more accurate results.

6.2.2.2 rolling Wave Planning

Rolling wave planning is an iterative planning technique in which the work to be accomplished in the near term
is planned in detail, while the work in the future is planned at a higher level. It is a form of progressive elaboration.
Therefore, work can exist at various levels of detail depending on where it is in the project life cycle. During early
strategic planning, when information is less defined, work packages may be decomposed to the known level of
detail. As more is known about the upcoming events in the near term, work packages can be decomposed into
activities.

6.2.2.3 Expert Judgment

Project team members or other experts, who are experienced and skilled in developing detailed project scope
statements, the WBS, and project schedules, can provide expertise in defining activities.

6.2.3 define Activities: outputs

6.2.3.1 Activity List

The activity list is a comprehensive list that includes all schedule activities required on the project. The activity
list also includes the activity identifier and a scope of work description for each activity in sufficient detail to ensure
that project team members understand what work is required to be completed. Each activity should have a unique
title that describes its place in the schedule, even if that activity title is displayed outside the context of the project
schedule.

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