What is PERT in Project Management? End to End Guide

What is PERT in Project Management? End to End Guide

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  How to Makea PERT Chart?
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  Step 1: Identify Activities Beginby identifying and listing all the activities or tasks involved in the project. These activities should be specific and clearly defined, encompassing the entire scope of the project.
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  Step 2: Determine Dependencies Establishthe relationships and dependencies between the identified activities. Identify which tasks must be finished before others can start, ensuring a logical sequence for the project workflow.
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  Step 1: Createthe PERT Chart Develop the visual representation of the project using a PERT chart. Draw nodes to represent each activity and connect them with arrows to indicate task sequences based on the determined dependencies.
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  Step 4: AssignTime Estimates Assign time estimates to each activity, considering three scenarios: optimistic time (O), most likely time (M), and pessimistic time (P) Project managers can use the PERT formula to determine work length based on various time estimations. E = (O + (4 × M) + P) / 6
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  Step 5: Definethe Critical Path Determine the critical path, which is the longest sequence of tasks determining the minimum project duration. Calculate the expected time for each activity and determine which tasks lie on this critical path.
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  Step 4: Track Progress Continuouslymonitor and track the progress of activities against the PERT chart. Update the chart as tasks are completed or if there are changes in project circumstances.
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