Provides models or templates for future projects. Tracks actual performance against projections. Catches cost and labor overruns in the early stages of the project. Tracks the effect of redistributing resources and monitors critical activities with special attention. Provides employees with clear expectations.
Disadvantages Adds an expense to the project.
May not be tailored to specific needs and may be inflexible. Requires considerable advanced planning. Can be difficult to use. More than 25 tasks. More than 75 work days.