Apportioned effort Earned value dependent on other discrete tasks being completed. Level of effort Earned value is based on the level of effort in the absence of specific end results or deliverables, such as management and other non discrete work tasks. Milestone Earn a specified percent complete (of the total budget) when a milestone is complete. Work complete Earn 100% of the budget value when the work effort is complete. Work start Earn 100% of the budget value when the work effort begins. Half start Earn 50% of the budget value when work begins, earn remaining 50% when work completes. Package planning Not an earned value method per se, but used to identify a task or work package that must be broken down into discrete work effort at a later time. Percent complete Earned value is based on the percent complete (between 0 and 100). Standards Earned value is based on a set standard defined for the type of product being produced. Units Earned value is based on quantity of material units or manufactured components. Mutually defined Mutually agreed upon earned value calculation method.