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.

I'm kind of thinking you need to look for a better place to post this. Even when I don't know how to do something, I've usually at least heard of it. I had to Google these to see what it even was and doesn't look the least bit related to finance/accounting from what I can tell.