project management glossary

n/a

 See Not Applicable

near-critical activity

 An activity that has low total float.

near-term activities

 Activities that are planned to begin, be in process, or be completed during a relatively short period of time, such as 30, 60, or 90 days.

needs

 Also requirements, the OwnerÍs or userÍs requirements to be satisfied by a proposed facility. In the conceptual design stage the needs are analyzed and formulated into a functional program. In the planning and development phase the needs are translated into a project brief.

needs study

 A study focused specifically on the needs and requirements for a project either before or after a project has been launched, i.e. it may be a very early part of the project life cycle.