LingX
Jul 30, 2009, 06:12 AM
The system analysis consulting firm of Flow Associates is working on a
systems design project for Wind and Waves Surfing Gear, Inc.
Description Task Must Follow Expected Time (Days)
Draw Data Flow P None 9
Draw Decision Tree Q P 12
Revise Tree R Q 3
Write up Project S R, Z 7
Organize Data Dictionary T P 11
Do Output Prototype X None 8
Revise Output Design Y X 14
Design Database Z T, Y 5
a. Using the data from the table above, draw a Gantt chart to help Flow
Associates organize its design project.
b. When is it appropriate to use a Gantt chart? What are the
disadvantages? Explain in a paragraph.
c. Create a PERT diagram based on the data above. List all paths and
calculate and identify the critical paths.
systems design project for Wind and Waves Surfing Gear, Inc.
Description Task Must Follow Expected Time (Days)
Draw Data Flow P None 9
Draw Decision Tree Q P 12
Revise Tree R Q 3
Write up Project S R, Z 7
Organize Data Dictionary T P 11
Do Output Prototype X None 8
Revise Output Design Y X 14
Design Database Z T, Y 5
a. Using the data from the table above, draw a Gantt chart to help Flow
Associates organize its design project.
b. When is it appropriate to use a Gantt chart? What are the
disadvantages? Explain in a paragraph.
c. Create a PERT diagram based on the data above. List all paths and
calculate and identify the critical paths.