The trend is clearly towards MULTI-DIMENSIONAL WBS structures. (Relational Database vs Flat File)
I believe one of the world's leading authorities on multiple WBS structures is Jean Yves Moine. Take the time to link up with him if you get the chance.
CSI did this with Master:
and Uniformat:
the Norwegians did it for offshore oil and gas with Norzok Z-014:
and now we are urging our IT and Telecommunications clients to recognize the value and importance of not only STANDARDIZING the WBS but also creating multi-dimensional WBS (3D WBS).
Dr. Paul D. Giammalvo
CDT, CCP, MScPM, MRICS, GPM-M
Develop and Deliver Graduate Level, Blended Learning Programs in Applied Portfolio, Program and Project Management
CDT, CCP, MScPM, MRICS, GPM-M
Develop and Deliver Graduate Level, Blended Learning Programs in Applied Portfolio, Program and Project Management