Newest Cost Models for IT and Software Projects Converge on Adaptability, Scalability, Reusability, and Continuous Program Improvement
True S and True IT are the newest members of PRICE's TruePlanning™ suite of cost estimating, analysis and knowledge management tools. Program managers can rapidly evaluate project alternatives and observe the effects on the bottom line. True program success is ensured, and continuous improvement is enabled through real-time updates throughout the life of the project. The models directly address the challenges eGovernment, financial systems modernization and network-centric warfare projects.

Program Affordability Management: Destined to Succeed? Or Doomed to Fail?
Successful projects begin with a well-defined cost estimate. Whether it is a house, a new aircraft, or an agency-wide information technology system, blueprints alone are not sufficient. A credible cost estimate is a critical step in building anything. Indeed, that initial estimate may determine whether to launch a project at all. Project Affordability Management provides a "true view" approach to improve decision-making, increase accuracy and ensure program success.

By Larry Reagan, PRICE Consulting

Industry Conference:

Planning & Managing IT Investments: Determining Value
February 24-25 (Tues-Wed), 2004, Washington DC
George Washington University
Approved for 1.25 CEU's

A great educational opportunity for Government Professionals and Contractors responsible for the strategic planning, integration, budgeting, and performance of IT investments, including EVM, cost estimating, risk management, and Exhibit 300's.

Presented by: Digital Govt. Institute, AFFIRM, Council for Excellence in Govt., Office of the Secretary of Defense, Dept. of the Army, GSA Federal Supply Service, GSA Federal Technology Service, NSF Digital Govt. Program, Center for Technology in Govt. - State University of NY in Albany.

Independent Market Study:

Grams & Grains: Hardware Estimating tool takes on the Ammunition Industry
The UK's Ministry of Defence (UK MoD) participated in an independent market study to calibrate small arms ammunition using PRICE H. Because ammunition is weighed in grains, and a gram is equal to 14.3 grains (1 grain is equal to 0.0699 grams), we were in business!

By Dale Shermon, PRICE Europe