IBA

This is a glossary of regularly used terms and phrases associated with project planning, compiled to ensure that all Project and Programme members have a common understanding of the complicated jargon used by the planning team to confuse and delude Project Managers, Programme Managers and anyone involved in signing timesheets.

Critical Path Analysis
Shortest route between work and the local pub
Barchart
Price List at the local pub
Float
Remaining Beer kitty
End Stage Assessment
Who's round is it next
Mid Stage Assessment
If I slow up drinking Len will get the next round in
Progress Report
How much beer left in the glass?
Plan
Blank sheet of paper to carry round
Milestone
Paul buys a round
PERT Chart
Grading of best looking girls in the pub
Time Analysis
Can we get another pint in before last orders?
Earned Value
The Pay Cheque
BCWS
Beer Consumption When Sober
BCWP
Beer Consumption When Pissed
ACWP
Always Check When Paid
Timesheet
Is that the time?!!! oh sheeeet
Slip
Being first at the bar
GANTT
Get Absolutely Nowhere Telling Truth