

#Physical project planning tools professional#
This section of the WBDG is applicable to federal projects, other public institutions, and private sector projects with adaptation for organization specific and local standards of professional practices. It also provides guidance on managing the team during the planning, design, construction, and occupancy phases of a project. This section of the WBDG provides guidance on terminology and integrated planning and development processes to establish an owner's expectations for project scope, budget, and schedule. See our resource guide for more information on best practices.

A well-programmed project will continue to provide value and meet user needs throughout its lifetime and will contribute positively to the environment in which it is located with a wide range of social and economic benefits.

Value for the money in construction requires completing a project on time, on budget and to a level of functionality that meets the determined needs.

It is critical to establish the qualities of the project that are necessary to satisfy client and end user needs and expectations, once it is delivered and in use. This section offers guidance for the entire team to successfully and effectively optimize the quality of a high-performance building project. Successful project delivery requires the implementation of management systems that will control changes in the key factors of scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risk to optimize quality and, therefore, the investment. Improvements in building quality directly contribute to reduced operational costs and increased satisfaction for all of the stakeholders. Effective project management includes strategies, tactics, and tools for managing the design and construction delivery processes and for controlling key factors to ensure the client receives a facility that matches their expectations and functions as it is intended to function.
