Viewing functional work package dependencies

When you create functional work package (FWPs) under any work package, the system creates a dependency between FWPs according to the OBS dependency and the FWP dependency during the FWP estimation process. When a work package is submitted for estimation, the estimation process begins with only the FWPs that are not dependent on any other FWP. Once these FWPs are estimated and approved, their estimates can be utilized by their dependent FWPs. The estimation process for the dependent FWPs subsequently starts.

View dependencies in the Depend On and Dependent Functional Work Packages sections of the Related Data tab. The Estimates tab allows you to view rolled up estimates and calculated cost basis.

For example, if the Quality FWP depends on Manufacturing FWP and the Quality FWP is estimated, you can view the calculated cost based on a factor of the Manufacturing FWP on the direct cost of the Quality FWP. This assists you in estimating the Quality FWP.