Is an Implementation Workshop necessary?
The idea of the workshop is to answer any questions and clarify any issues that you and the project office may have in relation to the EVM requirements. Issues and agenda items may also arise from the development and review of the initial EVM Plan (implementation plan). Many issues will be resolved prior to contract signature, but during implementation of an EVM system other issues often arise. The workshop is also a preliminary step on the way to the Integrated Baseline Review and EVMS Review. The value of the workshop will vary depending on the maturity of your EVMS, and the format of the workshop will vary to suit the contract, your company, and the project office. If there is seen to be little need for the workshop then it may be advisable to include EVM System implementation and preparation for reviews as an agenda item in the Start of Work meeting. Refer to the EVMS Review Handbook for further information. When should reviews occur? Normally the review dates for IBRs and EVMS Rev
