Critical Chain

Implementation Notes

• Defining the critical chain: The main idea is to identify the project's critical chain, which determines the minimum time for its completion. This requires analyzing all dependencies and resources to determine which tasks truly constrain the project.
• Buffering: Introducing time buffers to protect the critical chain from uncertainties and disruptions. Buffers should be placed at the end of the critical chain and before key milestones to minimize the impact of delays.
• Resource management: Effective allocation of resources to ensure their availability at critical moments. This includes eliminating multitasking and focusing on completing critical chain tasks.
• Focus on systemic constraints: Identifying and eliminating constraints that hinder project completion on time. This can include both internal and external factors.
• Continuous improvement: Implementing a process of continuous improvement to adapt to changes and enhance project execution efficiency. This requires regular analysis and adjustment of plans.
• Communication and collaboration: Ensuring effective communication among all project participants for timely problem identification and collaborative solution finding.
• Changing management culture: Transitioning from a traditional project management approach to a more flexible and adaptive one that accounts for uncertainties and environmental variability.