L1.6: ADVANTAGES OF PDM

Question 1

What are the advantages of PDM?

Answer 1

1. PDM is very useful when representing repetitive construction activities, e.g., highways construction & multi-story buildings.
2. The ability to show relationships other than finish-to-start.
3. The technique is more versatile as compared to other network Planning
4. Availability of lag has made this technique more adaptable to the planner’s needs
5. This tool can guide managers in making critical decisions such as to deploy resources based on priority