A project manager notices that several team members are overallocated during specific periods of the project schedule. Which technique should the project manager employ to resolve this issue while potentially extending the project duration?
Resource leveling is the correct technique to address overallocation of resources. It involves adjusting the start and finish dates of activities to balance resource demand with available supply. This technique may extend the project duration but ensures that resource usage is optimized and conflicts are resolved. Resource leveling helps prevent burnout, reduces stress on team members, and improves overall project quality by ensuring that resources are not overworked.
Other options are incorrect because:
Resource smoothing aims to adjust activities within float without extending the project duration.
Critical path analysis focuses on identifying the longest sequence of activities, not resolving resource conflicts.
Fast tracking involves performing activities in parallel, which may exacerbate resource overallocation rather than resolve it.
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