In order for a project to succeed, it is crucial to create an effective construction schedule. In this comprehensive guide, the art of meticulous schedule crafting is merged with the science of clear, actionable metrics. As a result of our experience working with diverse project teams, we know how to streamline the process of developing and maintaining a schedule that is not only structurally sound but also practical.
There are two main goals at the core of this guide: ensuring your schedule is built on sound Critical Path Methodology (CPM) principles, and providing you with measurable, easy-to-understand metrics for gauging its health. By addressing common pitfalls, this guide aims to optimise your schedule assessment time.
There’s no silver bullet or one technique that establishes flawless schedule health. We’ll explain established best practices and meeting key metrics, such as the Defense Contract Management Agency’s (DCMA) 14-point checklist. We’ll also cover several less known tactics.
This guide offers step-by-step instructions to evaluate and improve the integrity of your schedule, whether you’re dealing with high float values, open ends, or missing logic. It is our goal to provide you with a schedule that is not just a theoretical framework, but a practical, dynamic tool that will assist you in making informed decisions and executing your project effectively.
