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Calculate planned value from BAC and planned percentage complete.
Methodology note. Formulas are based on established Earned Value Management terminology. Core references include Project Management Institute (PMI) educational resources and U.S. Department of Energy EVM guidance. Last reviewed: August 14, 2026. Read methodology · View sources
Planned Value formula
PV = BAC × planned %This simplified calculation is useful only when planned percent complete accurately represents the time-phased baseline. In a formal EVMS, PV comes from the approved performance measurement baseline.
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