If you've ever worked on building a schedule, you've certainly faced a thorny question: should you use links between tasks, or impose time constraints?
This question, recurrent in the world of project management, is crucial for making planning efficient and easy to adjust as the project unfolds.
In our article "Links or time constraints in a schedule: how to choose?", we explore in depth the pros and cons of each method.
We discuss how to make informed choices based on the nature and specific needs of your project.
Dynamic planning is essential to ensure your schedule stays flexible and realistic, but it's just as important to know when to apply fixed-date constraints to anchor unmissable deadlines. This balance is the key to managing project progress effectively, anticipating risks and keeping room for manoeuvre to handle the unexpected.
We also share practical advice to avoid common mistakes — such as creating artificial links between tasks — that can hurt the credibility of your schedule.
You'll learn when and why to favour one method over another, and how Microsoft Project can help you maximise the efficiency of your planning.
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