More Advanced Planning

Abstract

This relatively large chapter begins by touching upon a case study that deals with changes in WBS structures during the project execution. It touches on the nuances of such changes and the sensitive management dimensions associated with such changes. We then move on to Integration in Planning. Today, there are technological products that could model integration (particularly 4D models). However, we have also focused on lighter versions of 4D models. In doing so, we have elucidated the complexity of perspectives involved in 4D planning. We have also touched upon modeling critical issues and areas through appropriate (and innovative) schedule analyses. In the subsequent sections, we have introduced the Integration of Schedules with Logistics viz. Deliveries, Parallel Activities, and Infrastructure. This section demonstrates how the schedules are useful in their integrated forms. We then focus on integrating schedules as schedules (incorporating one schedule into another). In doing so, we touch upon the challenges in updation along with the influence of the phenomenon of Retained Logic and Progress Override. Another important concept that is dealt with is that of selective updation of schedules. We then debate on the philosophies of Activity-based Scheduling versus Milestone-based Scheduling. We touch upon some useful and critical aspects of Activity Detailing from an Integration Perspective. And finally, we touch upon the concept and the application of the Critical Chain Project Management.