The project timeline is a cornerstone of project management. But as most system integrators and
computer/software programmers know, developing and sticking to a timeline can be easier said than
done. From technical issues to personnel problems, unexpected complications can arise at any time,
throwing an IT project team off-schedule.
Even so, a project timeline is critical to time management planning and is a necessary project
management tool for keeping your client informed and your project on track and on budget. Whether
your consulting project involves system integration or computer/software programming, a detailed
timeline enables an IT project manager to: