All about PERT charts

Learn how to use a PERT chart to schedule, organize, and coordinate complex projects. This tutorial explains the benefits of project management visualization, compares PERT versus Gantt charts, and shows you how to calculate task duration using the PERT formula. See how to identify your critical path and build your own diagram in Lucidchart to manage projects more effectively today. Learn more about Lucidchart and sign up for a free account today: https://www.lucidchart.com *Timestamps* 0:00 Everything you need to know about PERT charts 0:09 What is a PERT chart? 0:22 Benefits of PERT charts 0:33 PERT vs. Gantt charts 0:45 PERT vs. CPM 0:57 Core symbols and notations 1:07 Three time estimates 1:17 How to calculate task duration 1:28 How to find the critical path 1:38 How to build a PERT chart in Lucidchart *Recommended resources* [Guide] All about PERT charts: https://www.lucidchart.com/pages/tutorial/pert-charts [Template] Network diagram (PERT chart) example: https://lucid.co/templates/network-diagram-pert-chart-example?p=1 [Training] Basics in Lucidchart course: https://training.lucid.co/basics-in-lucidchart #PERTchart #ProjectManagement #Lucidchart #CriticalPath #Workflow *About Lucid* Lucid Software is the leader in visual collaboration and work acceleration, helping teams turn ideas into reality. Its Visual Collaboration Suite (Lucidchart and Lucidspark) and airfocus, an AI-powered product management platform, help organizations streamline work, foster alignment, and drive business transformation. The most used work acceleration platform by the Fortune 500, Lucid is trusted by 100M+ users worldwide. 🔔 Subscribe for more tips and tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/@lucid_software?sub_confirmation=1 *Connect with us* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lucidsoftware Twitter: https://x.com/lucidsoftware Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucidsoftware/# LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lucidsoftware/