This assignment covers text chapters 13 and 14. Some questions are adapted from
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This assignment covers text chapters 13 and 14. Some questions are adapted from Discussion Questions in the text. Be sure you complete all questions. Your answers should be well-documented and include detailed references to the readings and other sources of information.
The four components of any control model are discussed in Section 13.1. Apply these four components for a simple project such as paving a driveway. [MO6.2]
Gantt charts can of course be used as a means to measure performance. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using Gantt charts as a means of measuring performance? [MO6.3]
Provide an example, either from your experience or using your imagination, that illustrates the four principal types of project termination. [MO6.5]
Explanation / Answer
Gantt chart used for evaluating performance of a project at specific point in time. Project team members with the help of Gantt chart track the project and update status of competition of the project.
Advantages –
Easy to use and understand the project scheduled and completion time.
Integrate and read the project status
Helps in project control
Disadvantages-
Gantt chart only provides present status of project
It does not help in forecasting of current project
Do not identify source of problem in the case of task slippage