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Which of the following is a key output of schedule management planning?
Which of the following is a key output of schedule management planning?
- Risk management plan
- Scope statement
- Schedule management plan (correct)
- Project budget
What does the schedule management plan define?
What does the schedule management plan define?
- The allocation of project resources
- The methodology for developing and controlling the project schedule (correct)
- The timeline for stakeholder meetings
- How to manage project risks
Which scheduling technique analyzes activity sequences, durations, and resource requirements to develop a project schedule?
Which scheduling technique analyzes activity sequences, durations, and resource requirements to develop a project schedule?
- Monte Carlo simulation
- Critical Path Method (CPM) (correct)
- Gantt Chart
- Earned Value Management
What is the purpose of a milestone list in project scheduling?
What is the purpose of a milestone list in project scheduling?
In the Critical Path Method (CPM), what is the 'critical path'?
In the Critical Path Method (CPM), what is the 'critical path'?
What is a key characteristic of activities on the critical path?
What is a key characteristic of activities on the critical path?
Which of the following dependencies means that a successor activity cannot start until its predecessor has finished?
Which of the following dependencies means that a successor activity cannot start until its predecessor has finished?
In a Precedence Diagramming Method (PDM), what do the arrows represent?
In a Precedence Diagramming Method (PDM), what do the arrows represent?
What is the difference between a mandatory and discretionary dependency in scheduling?
What is the difference between a mandatory and discretionary dependency in scheduling?
What is the purpose of estimating activity durations?
What is the purpose of estimating activity durations?
Which estimating technique uses historical data from similar projects to estimate durations?
Which estimating technique uses historical data from similar projects to estimate durations?
In the three-point estimating technique, which distribution gives more weight to the most likely estimate?
In the three-point estimating technique, which distribution gives more weight to the most likely estimate?
If the optimistic time for an activity is 10 days, the most likely time is 20 days, and the pessimistic time is 30 days, what is the estimated duration using the beta distribution (PERT)?
If the optimistic time for an activity is 10 days, the most likely time is 20 days, and the pessimistic time is 30 days, what is the estimated duration using the beta distribution (PERT)?
What is 'float' in the context of project scheduling?
What is 'float' in the context of project scheduling?
Which type of float refers to the amount of time an activity can be delayed without delaying the early start of its successor?
Which type of float refers to the amount of time an activity can be delayed without delaying the early start of its successor?
What is the primary purpose of resource leveling?
What is the primary purpose of resource leveling?
How does crashing a project schedule affect the critical path?
How does crashing a project schedule affect the critical path?
What is fast tracking in project scheduling?
What is fast tracking in project scheduling?
What is the main risk associated with fast-tracking a project?
What is the main risk associated with fast-tracking a project?
What is a release plan in Agile project management?
What is a release plan in Agile project management?
What is the purpose of the product backlog in Agile?
What is the purpose of the product backlog in Agile?
How does the sprint backlog differ from the product backlog in Agile?
How does the sprint backlog differ from the product backlog in Agile?
In Scrum, who is responsible for managing the product backlog?
In Scrum, who is responsible for managing the product backlog?
What is the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) in Agile?
What is the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) in Agile?
What is the purpose of a Gantt chart in project management?
What is the purpose of a Gantt chart in project management?
In a forward pass calculation, what is the formula for Early Finish (EF)?
In a forward pass calculation, what is the formula for Early Finish (EF)?
In a backward pass calculation, what is the formula for Late Start (LS)?
In a backward pass calculation, what is the formula for Late Start (LS)?
How is total float calculated?
How is total float calculated?
In Agile, what is the purpose of a sprint board?
In Agile, what is the purpose of a sprint board?
What is a key characteristic of sprints in Scrum?
What is a key characteristic of sprints in Scrum?
In which sprint activity does the team discuss what went well and what can be improved?
In which sprint activity does the team discuss what went well and what can be improved?
What is a product increment in Scrum?
What is a product increment in Scrum?
In Agile, what is the role of the development team during a sprint?
In Agile, what is the role of the development team during a sprint?
What is the primary purpose of sprint planning?
What is the primary purpose of sprint planning?
Which scheduling technique uses a two-pass approach to calculate early and late start and finish dates for each activity?
Which scheduling technique uses a two-pass approach to calculate early and late start and finish dates for each activity?
What is a 'lag' in project scheduling?
What is a 'lag' in project scheduling?
Which of the following Agile values emphasizes responding to change over following a plan?
Which of the following Agile values emphasizes responding to change over following a plan?
What is the main objective of release planning in Agile?
What is the main objective of release planning in Agile?
In a Precedence Diagramming Method (PDM), what type of relationship does the finish-to-finish (FF) dependency describe?
In a Precedence Diagramming Method (PDM), what type of relationship does the finish-to-finish (FF) dependency describe?
What is resource smoothing in project scheduling?
What is resource smoothing in project scheduling?
In Scrum, who is responsible for defining the 'Definition of Done'?
In Scrum, who is responsible for defining the 'Definition of Done'?
Which of the following best describes a Gantt Chart?
Which of the following best describes a Gantt Chart?
In Agile, what is a sprint demo or sprint review?
In Agile, what is a sprint demo or sprint review?
Which of the following is an Agile technique for breaking down work into manageable tasks?
Which of the following is an Agile technique for breaking down work into manageable tasks?
In the critical path method (CPM), what is the impact of reducing the duration of activities on the critical path?
In the critical path method (CPM), what is the impact of reducing the duration of activities on the critical path?
What is the purpose of a project schedule baseline?
What is the purpose of a project schedule baseline?
Which Agile concept involves delivering the smallest product that can be tested by users to get feedback quickly?
Which Agile concept involves delivering the smallest product that can be tested by users to get feedback quickly?
What happens during a forward pass calculation in CPM?
What happens during a forward pass calculation in CPM?
What type of activity dependency is most commonly used in project schedules?
What type of activity dependency is most commonly used in project schedules?
What tool helps teams visualize their work during a sprint in Scrum?
What tool helps teams visualize their work during a sprint in Scrum?
Flashcards
Schedule Management Plan
Schedule Management Plan
Document outlining how the schedule will be developed and controlled.
Critical Path Method (CPM)
Critical Path Method (CPM)
Technique that identifies the longest sequence of activities in a project schedule.
Milestone Lists
Milestone Lists
A list tracking significant events in a project with zero duration.
Mandatory Dependencies
Mandatory Dependencies
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Discretionary Dependencies
Discretionary Dependencies
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Estimating Activity Durations
Estimating Activity Durations
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Analogous Estimating
Analogous Estimating
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Beta Distribution (PERT)
Beta Distribution (PERT)
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Float (Slack)
Float (Slack)
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Free Float
Free Float
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Resource Leveling
Resource Leveling
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Crashing
Crashing
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Fast Tracking
Fast Tracking
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Release Plan (Agile)
Release Plan (Agile)
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Product Backlog
Product Backlog
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Sprint Backlog
Sprint Backlog
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Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
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Gantt Chart
Gantt Chart
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Sprint Reviews
Sprint Reviews
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Fixed Sprint Duration
Fixed Sprint Duration
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Forward Pass
Forward Pass
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Backward Pass
Backward Pass
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Total Float Calculation
Total Float Calculation
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Finish-to-Start (FS)
Finish-to-Start (FS)
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Sprint Boards
Sprint Boards
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Agile Values
Agile Values
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Project Schedule Baseline
Project Schedule Baseline
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Study Notes
Schedule Management Planning
- Key output is the Schedule Management Plan which outlines how the schedule will be developed and controlled.
- It defines the methodology for creating and maintaining the project schedule.
Scheduling Techniques
- Critical Path Method (CPM) analyzes sequence, duration, and resources to craft the project schedule; identifies the longest sequence of activities as the critical path.
- Milestone lists track significant events in a project with zero duration, essential for monitoring progress.
- Mandatory dependencies are inherent to the project work, while discretionary dependencies rely on best practices.
Estimating Durations
- Estimating activity durations helps determine how long each activity will take, pivotal for planning.
- Analogous estimating uses historical data from similar projects for duration estimation.
- The beta distribution (PERT) in three-point estimating places more weight on the most likely estimate.
Float Concepts
- Float (or slack) is the time an activity can be delayed without affecting the project's finish date.
- Free float refers to the time an activity can be delayed without delaying its successor's early start.
Resource Management
- Resource leveling ensures resource demand doesn't exceed supply, stabilizing the project workload without adjusting the timeline.
Project Scheduling Adjustments
- Crashing reduces activity durations on the critical path to shorten project duration, while fast tracking performs activities in parallel to reduce total time.
- Fast tracking brings risks of increased rework and errors.
Agile Framework
- A release plan in Agile outlines high-level features or outcomes over several iterations to maintain focus on delivery.
- The product backlog prioritizes tasks and features, while the sprint backlog narrows tasks to be completed within a specific sprint timeframe.
- The Minimum Viable Product (MVP) includes the simplest version of a product for user feedback.
Scrum Practices
- The Gantt chart visualizes project schedules by representing tasks along a timeline, showing dependencies and durations.
- In Scrum, sprint reviews allow teams to demonstrate completed work to stakeholders, emphasizing collaborative feedback.
- Each sprint has a fixed duration, typically 1 to 4 weeks, and involves a retrospective to discuss successes and improvements.
Calculation Methods
- Forward pass calculations determine early starts and finishes for activities; the formula for Early Finish (EF) is EF = ES + Duration.
- Backward pass calculations calculate Late Start (LS) with LS = LF - Duration.
- Total float is calculated as Float = Late Finish - Early Finish.
Activity Dependencies
- Finish-to-start (FS) is the most commonly used dependency where a successor cannot start until its predecessor is finished.
Visual Tools
- Sprint boards help teams visualize progress during a sprint, tracking tasks effectively.
Agile Values
- Agile emphasizes responding to change over strict adherence to plans, promoting collaboration and flexibility.
Key Concepts
- A project schedule baseline provides a reference for comparing actual performance against planned timelines, critical for ongoing assessment and changes.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts of schedule management planning in project management. This quiz covers important aspects such as outputs, definitions, and techniques necessary for effective scheduling. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand the schedule management plan!
