Identifying the right simulation data for project scheduling

摘要

Project scheduling is an important process within project management, providing an estimation regarding the duration of the project. Completion within the estimated duration is considered a crucial project success factor. In this concept, simulation is a valuable tool which overcomes most of the disadvantages of deterministic scheduling approaches and allowing a realistic modelling of project activity network and project duration. However, the quality of the results produced through simulation depends on the quality of the input data. This paper focuses on the identification of appropriate input data presenting an approach based on the acquisition of experts' knowledge through interviews and questionnaires.