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Project Management & Agile · Foundational

Decomposition

Technique for dividing and subdividing scope and deliverables into smaller, more manageable parts.

Definition

Used in Create WBS (deliverables to work packages) and Define Activities (work packages to activities). Excessive decomposition creates unproductive management overhead.

Example

Decomposing 'Training' into course design, materials, and delivery sessions.

Exam tip

Decomposition is a tool in both Create WBS and Define Activities.

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