PPM 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:

1. Organization
2. Planning, Scheduling, and Budgeting
3. Accounting Considerations
4. Analysis and Management Reports
5. 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?