Linking summary tasks

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Linking summary tasks

Post by Tomico » Thu Aug 29, 2019 3:42 pm

Is it correct to link summary tasks?

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Re: Linking summary tasks

Post by Intaver Support » Thu Aug 29, 2019 3:49 pm

While we do “allow” users to link summary tasks to the precedent network, it is not recommended as a best practice. It can cause logic errors, circular paths, and also issues with critical path and sensitivity analyses. Here is a well designed video that explains why you should not link summary tasks when creating your schedule.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_cont ... eiaBARSwMM
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