Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Resource Optimization Techniques


Resource Optimization Techniques are used to adjust project schedule by utilization the resources optimally. There are two techniques under this, Resource leveling and Resource smoothing.

Resource leveling is used based on the availability of resources, resource usage. This will ensure full utilization of the resources. The result of the resource leveling usually is critical path changes.

Resource smoothing adjusts activities in such a way resources do not exceed predefined resource limits. This will not impact critical path but the activities in the non-critical path may be delayed by consuming the total float.

Resource Optimization Techniques is used under the processes Develop Schedule process and Control Schedule.

2 comments:

  1. Great share!!! it was detailed research thanks for it. Resource leveling is a technique in project management that overlooks resource allocation and resolves possible conflict arising from over-allocation. When project managers undertake a project, they need to plan their resources accordingly. This will benefit the organization without having to face conflicts and not being able to deliver on time. Resource leveling is considered one of the key elements to resource management in the organization. Primavera P6 tool is really usefull to level our project using both its project and activity leveling priorities Primavera Course
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