The process of estimating the cost for the development and delivery of a
product, service, or solution can range from simple to highly complex based
upon multiple factors including: technology maturity, urgency, geographic
location, quantity, quality, availability of resources, hardware and software,
systems integration and more.
This book provides a comprehensive discussion of cost estimating and contract
pricing with extensive use of tools, techniques, and best practices from both
the public and private sectors.
Key topics of discussion include:
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Cost estimating methods
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Cost accounting standards
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Cost analysis
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Profit analysis
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Contract pricing arrangements
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Price analysis
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Total ownership cost
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Earned value management systems
