Advantages of PERT charts vs. Gantt charts

Posted by: Shannon Williams PERT chart vs Gantt chart differences PERT charts: Utilized before a project begins to plan and determine the duration of each task Gantt charts: Used while a project is happening to break projects into smaller tasks and highlight scheduling constraints When you and your team need to complete a project, you’ll realize that there are dozens of diagrams you could use for project management. Two of the most useful diagrams are PERT and Gantt charts—but it can be difficult to know which chart to use and when since both PERT and Gantt charts help you visualize and manage your projects. This post outlines the differences between PERT and Gantt charts including when it's appropriate to use each chart and how you can make your own.