Utilization of a Computer And Project Management Software to Help Complete the Gantt Chart

Work on the project's Gantt chart begins once the construction method is determined. This chart can be constructed in longhand on graph paper or by using a computer and project management software.

Fifty years ago, Earl's project team got down on their hands and knees and rolled long sheets of newsprint across 100 feet of floor. They then nailed down a surveyor's tape at one end and stretched it the length of the room for the timeline. Using large wooden triangles, T-squares, and straight edges, they laid out jet engine projects. Give thanks for software!

A large sheet of graph paper is still reasonable, however, for very small projects.

When using project ...

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