Online Webinar Recorded – June 7th, 2012
Duration:1 hour Webcast Up to 1 Category C PDU – Free PDU
Hosted By:  QSM

It is well known that project estimating based on parametric models has reached a sophistication where realistic estimates, schedules and predictable outcomes are indeed possible given a set of software and systems requirements.

However, increasingly with the fast pace of Agile and other development methods is the requirement for estimates much earlier in the life cycle.

What happens when project estimating moves back a full phase – before requirements, and acquisition managers, contractors, auditors and financial analysts are forced to develop and analyze estimates based on unknown requirements?

Presented by industry expert Carol Dekkers, this presentation examines how to identify and document assumptions, create a logical and traceable project map including locations of potential “landmines” (calculated risks) that accompany this preliminary estimating.

Experienced estimating professionals and contract managers will find a basis for common ground in this presentation – as the advice presented will create the basis for dialog and discussion of early estimates.

Presenter:  Carol Dekkers  (LinkedIn profile  @CarolDekkers) is a PMP, CMC, and a P.Eng., from  Canada who bridges the gap between technology experts and the non-technical world. She is a highly sought after international expert whose keynote presentations are engaged by international project management and quality conferences throughout the world. Her specialty is demonstrating how to use communication effectively to bring the true value of technology to life through articulate presentations, effective collaboration, and team processes that increase the success of high tech projects.

PDU Category C (PMBOK 5) documentation details:
Process Groups: Planning Executing
Knowledge Areas: 4 – Integration 5 – Scope 6 – Time 9 – Human Resources

• 4.2 Develop Project Management Plan
• 4.3 Direct and Manage Project Work
• 5.3 Define Scope
• 5.4 Create WBS

As a Category C ‘Self Directed Learning Activity’ remember to document your learning experience and its relationship to project management for your ‘PDU Audit Trail Folder’

Click to register for Estimating Before Requirements With Function Points And Other Metrics