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Create comprehensive documentation that allows an independent reviewer to understand, replicate, and evaluate the estimate. Documentation is not an afterthought — it is a GAO best practice that transforms an estimate from a personal opinion into an auditable, defensible analysis. Complete documentation is required for estimates to pass GAO and IG scrutiny.

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  • 1.Compile all ground rules, assumptions, and data sources
  • 2.Document methodology selection rationale for each WBS element
  • 3.Record all CERs, learning curves, and factor applications with supporting analysis
  • 4.Create a narrative that explains the estimating logic and key judgments
  • 5.Prepare an executive summary with total cost, confidence level, and key risks

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Common Pitfalls

  • !Documenting results without explaining the reasoning and judgments behind them
  • !Leaving documentation until the end when details have been forgotten
  • !Not archiving the electronic models and databases used in the estimate

Adjacent Steps

Conduct Sensitivity AnalysisStep 8Conduct Risk and Uncertainty AnalysisStep 9Present Estimate for Management ApprovalStep 11Update the Estimate to Reflect Actual CostsStep 12

All Other Steps

Define the Estimate's PurposeStep 1Develop the Estimating PlanStep 2Define Program CharacteristicsStep 3Determine the Estimating Structure (WBS)Step 4Identify Ground Rules and AssumptionsStep 5Obtain DataStep 6Develop the Point EstimateStep 7

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