The critical path refers to the list of interim targets that you must achieve as part of the project to complete the project timeline, as well as the mandatory tasks that contribute to the achievement of each interim target. The critical path is a framework that tells you as the project manager where you are, where you are heading, and when you will get there.
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Critical Path Method: A Project Management Essential
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This diagram explains the project tasks in visual form. It provides a breakdown of who is responsible for the work and task deadlines. Many people use a visual tool based on written instructions to understand and analyze the work they have to do, the deadline, and how those tasks relate to other tasks in the project.