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What does Actual Cost mean in Project Management?

by | reviewed 2023-08-21

Actual Cost

Total costs actually incurred and recorded in accomplishing work performed during a given time period for a schedule activity or work breakdown structure component. Actual cost can sometimes be direct labor hours alone, direct costs alone, or all costss, including indirect costs. Also referred to as the actual cost of work performed (ACWP). See also earned value.
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