What are the advantages of a work breakdown structure?

As part of managing the project, there are many processes that are directly based on the WBS as part of the Scope Baseline. They are:

1. Cost Estimation

2. Quality Planning

3. Risk Identification

4. Procurement Planning

5. Defining Activities for Project Schedule

6. Budget Determination

Without a Proper WBS, you will be unable to do the above mentioned activities effectively, which inturn will lead to poor planning and poor project execution.