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What is one of the key components of effective task allocation?
What is one of the key components of effective task allocation?
What does resource leveling primarily aim to address?
What does resource leveling primarily aim to address?
Which resource-centric approach focuses on the skills of team members?
Which resource-centric approach focuses on the skills of team members?
What was the primary issue identified during the high demand period?
What was the primary issue identified during the high demand period?
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What was the proposed solution to optimize the Software Architect's time?
What was the proposed solution to optimize the Software Architect's time?
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What does setting clear expectations for each task ensure?
What does setting clear expectations for each task ensure?
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What is a key characteristic of resource smoothing?
What is a key characteristic of resource smoothing?
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What was the time frame during which three different resources were required?
What was the time frame during which three different resources were required?
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What is the effect of changing the ES time for task C on project completion time?
What is the effect of changing the ES time for task C on project completion time?
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What was the outcome of implementing resource smoothing?
What was the outcome of implementing resource smoothing?
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What is one of the primary aims of resource smoothing?
What is one of the primary aims of resource smoothing?
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Which characteristic is NOT associated with resource smoothing?
Which characteristic is NOT associated with resource smoothing?
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What advantage does resource smoothing provide regarding project deadlines?
What advantage does resource smoothing provide regarding project deadlines?
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How does resource smoothing contribute to improving project quality?
How does resource smoothing contribute to improving project quality?
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Which of the following is an effect of resource smoothing on resource utilization?
Which of the following is an effect of resource smoothing on resource utilization?
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What is one of the advantages of resource leveling?
What is one of the advantages of resource leveling?
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Which task requires the resource Analyst (A)?
Which task requires the resource Analyst (A)?
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What is a potential drawback of implementing resource leveling?
What is a potential drawback of implementing resource leveling?
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Which task follows the UI/UX Design task?
Which task follows the UI/UX Design task?
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How many days is the Database Design task scheduled to take?
How many days is the Database Design task scheduled to take?
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What resource is required for Integration?
What resource is required for Integration?
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What is the correct successor task to Testing?
What is the correct successor task to Testing?
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Which statement is true regarding the resources available for the project?
Which statement is true regarding the resources available for the project?
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What is the main problem identified in the project schedule?
What is the main problem identified in the project schedule?
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What is one proposed solution to the over-allocation of the Developer?
What is one proposed solution to the over-allocation of the Developer?
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If task D starts after task C, what impact does this have on the project duration?
If task D starts after task C, what impact does this have on the project duration?
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How many developers are available for the tasks in the project?
How many developers are available for the tasks in the project?
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What was the original critical path duration for the project before changes?
What was the original critical path duration for the project before changes?
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Which tasks require the Developer according to the project details?
Which tasks require the Developer according to the project details?
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What happens to the critical path when task D is rescheduled?
What happens to the critical path when task D is rescheduled?
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What is the duration of task C as provided in the project details?
What is the duration of task C as provided in the project details?
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What is the primary reason for applying resource levelling?
What is the primary reason for applying resource levelling?
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Which statement is true regarding resource smoothing?
Which statement is true regarding resource smoothing?
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What is a defining characteristic of resource levelling?
What is a defining characteristic of resource levelling?
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Which approach does rotational allocation follow?
Which approach does rotational allocation follow?
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What is a disadvantage of using fixed rotation schedules in resource allocation?
What is a disadvantage of using fixed rotation schedules in resource allocation?
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Which of the following is NOT a task-centric allocation approach?
Which of the following is NOT a task-centric allocation approach?
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How does resource levelling typically affect project duration?
How does resource levelling typically affect project duration?
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What is one of the key limitations of rotational allocation?
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Study Notes
PMGT3623 Scheduling - Week 09
- Course: PMGT3623 Scheduling
- Week: 09
- Topic: Simple Task Allocation Approach
- Lecturer: Dr Shahadat Uddin
- University: The University of Sydney
Acknowledgement of Country
- Acknowledged the Traditional Owners of Australia and their continuing connection to land, water, and culture.
- Respects to the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation and their Elders, past, present and emerging.
PMGT3623 Overview
- Week 01: Introduction to Scheduling, Course Resources, and Assessment Components
- Week 02: Define and Sequence Project Tasks
- Week 03: Project Network Diagram (Discrete Approach)
- Week 04: Probabilistic Approach to Project Network Diagram – Part I
- Week 05: Probabilistic Approach to Project Network Diagram – Part II
- Week 06: Confidence Analysis of Project Network Diagram
- Week 07: Knowledge Test
- Week 08: Implementation of Project Network Diagram using Microsoft Project
- Week 09: Simple Task Allocation Approach (Mid-Semester Break)
- Week 10: Complex Task Allocation Approach
- Week 11: Progress Reporting and Earned Value Analysis
- Week 12: Group Assignment Presentation
- Week 13: Review
PMGT3623 Assessments
- Weekly Participation: 10% (Weeks 2-6, 9-10), Best 6 out of 7
- Knowledge Test: 20% (Week 7)
- Group Assignment Presentation (Part A): 10% (Weeks 12 and 13)
- Group Assignment Report (Part B): 20% (Friday of Week 13, 11:59 pm)
- Final Exam: 40% (Exam Week)
Week 09: Simple Task Allocation Approach - Topics Covered
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What is Task Allocation?
- Assigning specific tasks or responsibilities to team members.
- Ensuring the right people are working on the right tasks.
- Leveraging skills and expertise for optimal performance.
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Different task allocation approaches:
- Resource-Centric Approaches
- Availability-based Allocation
- Experience-based Allocation
- Interest-based Allocation
- Skills-based Allocation
- Resource Levelling
- Resource Smoothing
- Task-Centric Approaches
- Priority-based Allocation
- Rotational Allocation
- First-Come First-Served
- Round Robin
- Shortest Job Next
- Methodology-Centric Approaches
- Auction-based Allocation
- Market-based Allocation
- Centralised Allocation
- Decentralised Allocation
- Agile Resource Allocation
- Resource-Centric Approaches
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Demonstration of task allocation using Microsoft Project (second half)
Resource Levelling
- A resource-centric project management technique to address resource constraints by adjusting project start and finish dates.
- Aims to ensure efficient resource use without overloading team members and create a more balanced workload.
- It may involve extending the project duration.
- Advantages: Improves resource utilization, reduces stress, improves project quality, better risk management, and enhances team morale.
- Drawbacks: May extend project duration, implementation can be complex, and a new critical path may be created.
Resource Smoothing
- A resource-centric project management technique used to optimize resource allocation and utilization.
- Aims to even out resource usage over time, avoid periods of high demand or low demand, and prevent over-allocation or under-utilization.
- No change in project duration.
- Adjustments made within available slack times for tasks.
- Advantages: Improved resource utilization, reduces stress, prevents missed deadlines, improves project quality, better risk management, enhanced team morale.
- Drawbacks: Limited flexibility as tasks are adjusted only within their available slack, and implementation can be complex for large-scale projects.
Task-Centric Approaches
- Approaches focusing on how tasks are allocated to resources:
- Priority-based: Prioritising tasks
- Rotational: Resources allocated in a cycle
- First-Come, First-Served: Based on arrival order
- Round Robin: Cyclical allocation
- Shortest Job Next: Prioritising tasks with shortest completion times
Methodology-Centric Approaches
- Allocation strategies depending on the project methodology:
- Auction-based: Competitive bidding for resources
- Market-based: Resource allocation as in a market
- Centralised: Central authority for allocation
- Decentralised: Distribution of allocation responsibility
- Agile: Dynamic and iterative allocation
Market-based Allocation
- Resources are allocated through a market mechanism, such as competition and pricing, driven by supply/demand, ensuring efficient use of resources.
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Test your knowledge on the Simple Task Allocation Approach in PMGT3623 Scheduling. This quiz will cover key concepts and techniques discussed in week 09 of the course. Prepare to demonstrate your understanding of task allocation methods within project management.
