What is Resource Levelling? And how does it differ from Resource Smoothing?

The video tutorial explains resource levelling and resource smoothing in project management. Resource levelling addresses resourcing conflicts by adjusting project schedules or reallocating resources, while resource smoothing balances workload peaks and troughs. The tutorial discusses methods for levelling resources, such as delaying tasks or adding skilled personnel, and compares manual and automated approaches. It highlights the importance of understanding team skills and task requirements for effective resource management.

What is the primary goal of resource leveling in project management?

• To shorten project duration

• To reduce project costs

• To resolve resource conflicts by fair allocation

• To increase the number of resources

Which of the following is a strategy used in resource leveling?

• Reducing project scope

• Hiring more managers

• Delaying start times of tasks

• Increasing project budget

How does resource smoothing differ from resource leveling?

• It increases the number of resources

• It shortens project duration

• It reduces project costs

• It focuses on balancing workload over time

What is a key characteristic of resource smoothing?

• Increasing project budget

• Managing time constraints

• Hiring more managers

• Reducing project scope

What is a disadvantage of using automated algorithms for resource management?

• They are always accurate

• They require clearly defined skills and tasks

• They are cost-effective

• They reduce project duration

When is manual resource leveling more suitable?

• When project costs need to be reduced

• For projects with a short duration

• When skills and tasks are complex and not easily articulated

• For large projects with many resources

What is a requirement for using algorithmic resource leveling?

• A small number of resources

• A short project timeline

• A large project budget

• Clearly defined skills for each task