Objectives of scheduling
The process of scheduling has both primary and secondary objectives, and the wise project manager pays attention to both.

Primary Scheduling Objectives

  1. Identify calendar completion dates

  2. Determine cash or cash flow requirements

  3. Determine Resource Requirements

  4. Identify key approval points

Secondary Scheduling Objectives

  1. Studying alternatives

  2. Developing an optimum schedule

  3. Using resources effectively

  4. Communicating

  5. Refining estimating criteria

  6. Obtaining good project control

  7. Providing a basis for easy revision