Published: May 13, 2022

A Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) provides a consistent and visible framework for defense materiel items and contracts within a program. This handbook offers uniformity in
definition and consistency of approach for developing the top levels of the WBS. The benefit of uniformity in the generation of work breakdown structures and their application to
management practices will be realized in improved communication throughout the acquisition process.

This Standard addresses mandatory procedures for all programs subject to DoD Instruction 5000.02 Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework dated January 23, 2020. This Standard supersedes MIL-STD-881E, dated 6 October 2020, titled Work Breakdown Structures for Defense Materiel Items. MIL-STD 881F is based on the cooperative efforts of the military services with assistance from industrial associations.

Supersedes MIL-STD-881E of 6 October 2020

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