Develop Schedule

Inputs Tools and Techniques Outputs
  • Project Schedule Network Diagrams
  • Activity Duration Estimates
  • Resource Calendars
  • Project Scope Statement
  • Risk Register
  • Schedule Network Analysis
  • Critical Path Method
  • Critical Chain Method
  • Resource Leveling
  • Project Schedule
  • Schedule Baseline
  • Schedule Data

Details:

Project Schedule Network Diagrams: These diagrams depict the sequence of activities, their dependencies, and the logical relationships between them. They serve as a visual representation of the project schedule logic.

Activity Duration Estimates: Estimates of the amount of time required to complete each activity are crucial inputs for developing the project schedule. These estimates are derived from various estimation techniques and are expressed in units of time (e.g., hours, days, weeks).

Resource Calendars: Resource calendars specify the availability of resources over time, including any planned resource vacations, holidays, or other constraints. Understanding resource availability is crucial for estimating activity durations.

Project Scope Statement: The scope statement provides context for the activities and helps in understanding the project objectives, deliverables, constraints, and assumptions, which can impact activity durations.

Risk Register: The risk register contains information about potential risks that may affect the project schedule. Risks can impact activity durations either positively (opportunities) or negatively (threats), and should be considered during estimation.

Schedule Network Analysis: Schedule network analysis involves analyzing the sequence of activities, their durations, dependencies, and resource constraints to develop the project schedule. Techniques such as critical path method (CPM), critical chain method (CCM), and resource leveling are used to identify the optimal schedule.

Critical Path Method (CPM): CPM is a scheduling technique used to determine the longest path of dependent activities through a project network diagram. The critical path represents the sequence of activities that determines the project's minimum duration.

Critical Chain Method (CCM): CCM is a scheduling technique that considers both activity dependencies and resource constraints to develop the project schedule. It focuses on identifying and managing resource bottlenecks to optimize project duration.

Resource Leveling: Resource leveling is a technique used to adjust the project schedule to resolve resource conflicts and optimize resource utilization. It involves redistributing activities or adjusting their durations to ensure that resource constraints are met.

Project Schedule: The project schedule is a comprehensive timeline that outlines the start and finish dates for each activity, milestone, and phase of the project. It serves as a roadmap for project execution and is used to monitor and control project progress.

Schedule Baseline: The schedule baseline is the approved version of the project schedule. It includes the project schedule, including all activities, milestones, and dependencies, and serves as a reference point for measuring project performance.

Schedule Data: Schedule data includes additional information about the project schedule, such as activity attributes, resource assignments, and constraints. It provides context for understanding and interpreting the project schedule.