Lookahead schedule
A short-term planning tool that details the tasks and resources required for the immediate future, typically one to three weeks.
A lookahead schedule is created by collecting task data from foreman and crews, breaking those tasks down into a manageable work package, and then aligning the work to the project's milestones. It enhances project control by allowing teams to anticipate and address potential issues, ensuring alignment with the overall project timeline. The intent is to produce an advanced plan for one or few weeks of work in order to identify task constraints and dependencies, determine which tasks can be performed concurrently, and ensure maximum productivity.
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The lookahead schedule helps us plan resources and tasks for the upcoming weeks.
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