Pert

Question 1

Pert

Answer 1

Program Evaluation and Review Technique

A PERT diagram is a means of presenting a process

These boxes are connected to other boxes by lines and arrows which represent sequence and dependency relationships (i.e., X must be done before Y can be done)

Question 2

Pert diagram

Answer 2

Use the rectangular shape to depict each activity

Use the arrows to show the relationships between the activities

Question 3

Purpose

Answer 3

schedule,
organise
coordinate tasks within a project.

• It provides a graphical representation of a project’s timeline that allows project managers to break down each individual tasks in the project for analysis

Question 4

Advantages

Answer 4

Helps coordinate departments
Allows individuals to actively analysis individual tasks

Question 5

Disadvantages

Answer 5

Heavily emphasis on time -set out deadlines for project tasks to ensure that the project is on track at all times
labour intensive
Not an ideal method for long term project