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The Basic Idea of Resource Leveling

Reschedule activities within the limits of available float to achieve

better distribution of resource usage.

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Resource Leveling vs. Resource Scheduling

Resource Leveling Available resources are sufficient. Activities are rescheduled within available float only. No increase in Project Duration. Resource Scheduling Resource requirement exceeds resource availability. Resources must be increased or activities must be rescheduled beyond their float time resulting in increased project duration.

Objectives of Resource Leveling

To meet the physical limits of the resources. To avoid day to day fluctuation. To maintain a continuous application for the resource.

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Resource Profile

Resource Level

Project Duration NOT DESIRABLE

Resource Level

Project Duration DESIRABLE

Resource Leveling Additional Considerations

Multiple Resources Intermittent Activities

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A Resource Scheduling Example

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