Kekerovic Contractors specialises in the planning and construction of houses in Nimes, southern France. The operations director,
Question:
A - Lay foundation to the house: 1 week.
B- Construction of house: 6 weeks. B is preceded by A.
C - Excavation, and foundation for swimming pool: 2 weeks.
C is preceded by A.
D - Tiling and sealing of pool: 2 weeks. Dis preceded by C.
E - Internal decor and fixtures for the house: 3 weeks. E is preceded by B.
F- Final testing and handing over keys to the new owner: 1 week. F is preceded by activities D and E.
(a} Construct a Gantt chart for Kekerovic Contractors using the above information and identify the quickest time in which the project can be completed. [5 marks}
(b) Explain why the use of Gantt charts can be important for businesses such as Kekerovic Contractors.
Engineering Economy
ISBN: 978-0133439274
16th edition
Authors: William G. Sullivan, Elin M. Wicks, C. Patrick Koelling