The use of Gantt chart in project management

Abstract

When managing a project it is important to have a project schedule, by using a Gantt chart the project managers have an illustration of the tasks start- and finish dates. This will help the managers to understand task relationships and they will be able to look farther ahead to ensure that everything is going as planned. This article will shortly describe what a Gantt chart is and how to make one; furthermore, the focus will be on how to use the Gantt chart in the project, and what challenges there could be. In the end, the article will summarize the advantages and disadvantages there are when using a Gantt chart in project management.

Big idea

What is a Gantt chart

Short history

Application

How to make a Gantt chart

How to use a Gantt chart

Limitations

The challenges of using a Gantt chart

Advantages and disadvantages