Aligned to the PMBOK (R) Guide Fifth Edition and written in a simple questions-and-answers format. More than 200 examples including screenshots, project documents, comparative charts, tables and figures to speed your learning curve. Top 20 benefits to using the WBS and a proven step-by-step approach to creating a valuable WBS. Clarification of the typical WBS confusions including its difference with the OBS, RBS, CBS, and BOM. Describes how to link the WBS with the schedule and costs and differences between the WBS and the activity list. The most comprehensive revision and comparison of WBS software. WBS and requirements, scope baseline, and scope changes.WBS value in managing scope, time, costs, communications, procurement, risks, human resources, quality, stakeholders, and integrations. New concepts and tips. Presentation about the use of the WBS in global, multicultural, and virtual projects. Discussion about the WBS and agile projects including the alignment between agile and PMBOK Guide. Valuable resource in the preparation for PMI certifications