Program Performance Management 2

400 words

During the past 70 years, the standards for practicing earned value have matured into a very well-defined set of expectations. These practice standards are codified in the 32 criteria defined by the EIA-748D guidelines. 

The 32 criteria are grouped into the following 5 areas:

Organization  Planning, Scheduling, and Budgeting  Accounting 

Considerations  Analysis and Management Reports  Revisions and Data Maintenance Address 1 or more of the following themes in your Discussion Board posting. Discuss and defend your answer.

Are some criteria more important than others? If so, which criteria are the most important?  Does the practice of earned value management become an end unto itself that detracts from other critical program management practices?  Are any elements missing that ought to be included in the EIA-748D criteria?