See how this example project is plotted by time and location.
Learn how to create a simple bar chart, starting from the desired end result.
Learn how to use Excel formulas to calculate a finish date, establish logic between activities, and position shapes on the chart.
Learn how GraphicSchedule works with Excel to bring you powerful new ways to plan, visualize, and communicate your project.
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7 Tips to Make Your Schedule Easier to Read
Draw Order for Overlapping Shapes
Labeling Groups of Repetitive Activities
Reference Timescale or Location Axis with Formulas
Using Side Tables for Location Data
Using Excel Formulas with GraphicSchedule
Viewing GraphicSchedule on Multiple Displays
As a linear scheduling solution, GraphicSchedule is simple, yet wonderful!
We utilize GraphicSchedule for our projects in Infrastructure, as well as in construction of Buildings (High Rise).
A Lean solution for Construction Management in complex projects! I’ve been using Time-Location concept and Linear-Schedules to visualize plans for years. GraphicSchedule fills a gap in my toolbox and will remain in there for a while.
GraphicSchedule has helped improve our project and program reporting a ton! It’s a great tool to help communicate schedules to a wide audience using a familiar Excel format.