Planning & Scheduling
Gantt Chart
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Objectives
Scope
Approach
| Milestone | Owner | Due | Status |
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About the Gantt Chart template
A Gantt chart is a horizontal bar chart that maps project tasks against a timeline, showing start dates, durations, and dependencies at a glance. It turns a task list into a visual schedule so you can see what happens when, what overlaps, and where the critical path runs. Named after Henry Gantt, it remains the default view for communicating a plan to teams and stakeholders.
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When to use a Gantt Chart
- βΈPlanning a project with sequenced phases and hard deadlines
- βΈCoordinating multiple teams or contractors whose work depends on each other
- βΈTracking progress against baseline dates during delivery
- βΈPresenting a schedule to sponsors or clients who need a clear timeline view
What a good Gantt Chart includes
- βTask and sub-task names grouped by phase or work package
- βStart date, end date, and duration for each activity
- βDependencies (finish-to-start and others) linking predecessor tasks
- βMilestones marking key deliverables or decision points
- βPercent complete or progress bars to show actual vs planned status
- βOwner or resource assigned to each task
What's inside this template
The interactive form above gives you:
ObjectivesScopeApproachA table of Milestone, Owner, Due, StatusRisks & dependencies
Tips & common mistakes
- π‘Keep dependencies realistic rather than dating everything from day one; linked tasks recalculate automatically when a predecessor slips
- π‘Limit detail to the level you can actually manage, roughly 20-40 tasks per view, and break large programmes into sub-charts
- π‘Set a baseline before work starts so you can compare planned dates against actuals as things change
How it works
- 1. Fill it in β type directly into the fields, tables and sections above.
- 2. Brand it β add your organization name and logo with the Branding button.
- 3. Export β print to PDF, or become a member to white-label and sync across devices.
FAQ
What is a Gantt Chart?οΌ
It is a bar chart that displays project tasks along a timeline, with each bar's position and length showing when a task starts, how long it lasts, and how it relates to other tasks.
How do dependencies work in a Gantt chart?οΌ
A dependency links two tasks so one cannot start or finish until another does; the most common type is finish-to-start, where a successor task begins only after its predecessor completes.
What is the difference between a milestone and a task on a Gantt chart?οΌ
A task has a duration and appears as a bar, while a milestone is a zero-duration marker (often a diamond) flagging a significant event such as an approval, deliverable, or phase completion.
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