Any standards for WBS structure?
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Shahul,
Like what Rafael has said, you can use CSI within your WBS structure.
WBS structure defines the physical location of a particular activity (Project X, Building A, Floor 32).
While CSI Codes defines whar kind of activity is being performed (Installation of Elevators).
Best regards,
R. Catalan
"It is a side show for bean counters."
One of the best lines Ive read on PP !
Shahul
In some way you got to keep the order of things. WBS is just a name for an index under which you organize your work elements, not a big deal.
Don’t go to Wikipedia as it misled you directly to the most common and gross WBS misuse, using WBS as a substitute or equivalent to CBS or Cost Breakdown Structure (BoQ coding), they should be kept apart as Mike is warning you, he is right, believe me.
You can use CSI within your WBS but I would not use it at the top level.
Because of the size of my jobs I never use WBS but Activity Codes, in very large jobs you might need WBS as a way to navigate within thousands of activities. It is easier to say go to WBS 10.03.30.40 than go to JOB-20: PAHSE-03: AREA-Building 30: CSI Division-Electrical, it is also easier to find because the code itself tells you the sorting order.
I find it unnecessary for small jobs being Activity Codes more intuitive. On the other hand I also believe no single CPM specs fits all job sizes, usually none, I am in favor of the software to provide for multiple WBS as Spider Project does, in case I ever have to use WBS, never say never. I am very happy I don’t need it, yet.
Best regards,
Rafael
Hi Shahul
The problem with the BoQ coding - especially in SMM7 is that the sections do not follow construction logic.
For instance you will find window boards in external walls when they are part of Carpentry 1st Fix.
Most illogical.
Best regards
Mike Testro.
Thanks but i found WBS structure been buit out using CSI format
Dear Shahul,
Of course, this is the standard BOQ items preparation list. It is a smart way to creat the BOQ and link it to the cost center as well. But you need much more work to come up with the components as well that will lead to the invoicing of the CSI code.
With kind regards,
Samer
I just came to know that CSI codes been widely accepted for building WBS for construction.
Is there any one who have used this?
Dear Shahul,
You can visit www.pmi.org and search their website. They have a publication that you can purchase or download if you are a member. It is very comprehensive.
With kind regards,
Samer
Hi Shahul
Do not bother with a WBS format in your planning.
It is a side show for bean counters.
Best regards
Mike Testro.