{"id":408,"date":"2022-02-25T10:08:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-25T10:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/?p=408"},"modified":"2025-01-21T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2025-01-21T00:00:00","slug":"dependencies-in-project-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/pt\/project-management\/dependencies-in-project-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Dependencies in Project Management 101: Types and Examples"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Dependencies are a crucial part of project management as they define the relationship between activities and teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Without defined dependencies, it\u2019s harder to plan the project\u2019s development and organize the workload across teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Let\u2019s see how dependencies in project management help managers structure the timeline and distribute tasks to their project team.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Dependencies-in-project-management-cover-1024x512.png\" alt=\"Dependencies in project management - cover\" class=\"wp-image-7090\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Dependencies-in-project-management-cover-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Dependencies-in-project-management-cover-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Dependencies-in-project-management-cover-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Dependencies-in-project-management-cover-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Dependencies-in-project-management-cover.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list key-takeaways\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Dependencies are relationships between tasks that determine their order in a project.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Identifying and recording dependencies is vital for organizing work and creating the project schedule.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">There are 5 main types of dependencies: logical, preferential, cross-team, resource, and external.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">It\u2019s important to explain the dependencies between tasks to stakeholders, as well as how they can affect the project so that they\u2019re aware of the connection between activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-are-dependencies-in-project-management\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What are dependencies in project management?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Dependencies in project management are relationships between tasks that determine their order in a project.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">When creating the project schedule, managers determine the sequence of activities required to accomplish the project goals. This way, they can distribute resources across the timeline of one or more projects and avoid bottlenecks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The task sequence follows the project\u2019s logical development. However, some activities are directly connected as predecessors and successors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Dependencies between activities can be based on various factors that may or may not be under the control of the project team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Identifying dependencies correctly is important because it maximizes resource efficiency, making sure that there are no delays, bottlenecks, or task duplication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"types-of-dependencies-in-project-management\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Types of dependencies in project management<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Dependencies in <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/project-management\/what-is-project-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">project management<\/a> are divided into 2 groups:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Internal and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">External dependencies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Internal dependencies<\/strong> are further categorized into 4 types:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Logical,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Preferential,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Cross-team, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Resource dependencies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Let\u2019s define each type and explain it through a practical example so that you can make a clear distinction between these dependencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"logical-dependencies\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Logical dependencies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Logical dependencies are also known as mandatory or hard logic dependencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">These dependencies are usually legally or contractually required. They can also be defined by company procedures or physical limitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Examples of logical dependencies in project management<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#e5f6fe\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>Before starting a construction project, you must request building regulations approval.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>Before buying equipment for your factory, you first must sign legal documents with the equipment manufacturer.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"preferential-dependencies\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Preferential dependencies&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Preferential dependencies are also called discretionary dependencies and are usually established based on best practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">These dependencies reveal that there\u2019s more than one path in a task sequence, and they are at the discretion of the project management team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Examples of discretionary dependencies in project management<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#e5f6fe\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>All electrical work should be done before wall painting so that the same job doesn\u2019t have to be done twice.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>It is good practice to conduct keyword research before writing an article.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"cross-team-dependencies\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Cross-team dependencies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Cross-team dependencies are related to the sequence of some <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/blog\/project-activities\/\">project activities<\/a> that involve more than one team. Many outputs need to go through the hands of different experts in a certain order before they\u2019re ready to be delivered to consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Examples of team-based dependencies in project management<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#e5f6fe\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>The quality control team can test a device only when the engineering team has finished the development process.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>A sales team can place an offer on e-commerce platforms only when the product\u2019s pictures and description are ready.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"resource-dependencies\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Resource dependencies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Resource dependencies are actually <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/project-management\/project-constraints\/\">project constraints<\/a> as the availability of certain resources defines whether a task can be completed. Sometimes, more than one activity depends on one resource, so project managers have to define priorities and task sequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Examples of resource-based dependencies in project management<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#e5f6fe\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>If more than one product is manufactured using the same machine, the products of the highest priority will be completed first. Alternatively, the managers will create a schedule so that different product teams don\u2019t clash.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>When the entire blog production relies on a single designer for their images, articles will be published in the same sequence as they are written, unless the priorities shift.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"external-dependencies\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">External dependencies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">External dependencies are the relationships between tasks and factors that aren\u2019t under the project team\u2019s control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Examples of external dependencies in project management<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#e5f6fe\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>The production process in the food industry may be dependent on the delivery of equipment from an external source.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>The building construction process depends on construction material suppliers.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Plaky Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re looking for tips to help you navigate a construction project, check out our guide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/blog\/construction-project-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Everything You Need to Know About Construction Project Management<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"4-types-of-task-dependencies\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">4 types of task dependencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Task dependencies are relationships between preceding and succeeding tasks that determine the order in which tasks should be performed.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">There are 4 types of task dependencies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Finish to Start (FS),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Finish to Finish (FF),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Start to Start (SS), and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Start to Finish (SF).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Let\u2019s learn about these in more detail.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"707\" src=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Task-dependencies-1-1024x707.png\" alt=\"Types of task dependencies in project management\" class=\"wp-image-7092\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Task-dependencies-1-1024x707.png 1024w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Task-dependencies-1-300x207.png 300w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Task-dependencies-1-768x530.png 768w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Task-dependencies-1-18x12.png 18w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Task-dependencies-1.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Types of task dependencies in project management<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark plaky-gradient-features\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Powerful task management features<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Rely on Plaky's intuitive interface to start managing your projects with ease.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/app.plaky.com\/signup\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/features\/\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/plaky\/banners\/features@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/plaky\/banners\/features.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-finish-to-start-fs\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#1 Finish to Start (FS)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>To start task B, you have to complete task A first.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">These are the most common dependencies in project management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Examples<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#e5f6fe\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>You have to subscribe to a company\u2019s newsletter to receive updates.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>The design of a website\u2019s page needs to be finished and approved before the developers can implement it.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>The road needs to be completely paved before it can be marked.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"2-finish-to-finish-ff\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#2 Finish to Finish (FF)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>You can\u2019t finish task B until you complete task A.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You can work on task B, but you won\u2019t be able to complete it without finishing task A first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Examples<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#e5f6fe\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>Software developers can\u2019t declare a feature as developed and ready for production until the QA team has finished testing it and given their final approval.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>A marketing intern can compose the newsletter but can\u2019t send it before the designer has finished all the necessary illustrations.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>The project can\u2019t be formally declared as finished until the stakeholders approve all <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/project-management\/deliverable-in-project-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>deliverables<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-start-to-start-ss\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#3 Start to Start (SS)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Task B can\u2019t start until task A has started.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Examples<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#e5f6fe\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>A designer can\u2019t begin preparing a text illustration before a writer prepares the copy for it.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>A project manager cannot assign tasks before assembling at least a few people for the <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/project-management\/project-roles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>project team<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>The foundation construction process cannot begin before the excavation of the foundation starts.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>You cannot paint the house before assembling at least a part of the scaffolding.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"4-start-to-finish-sf\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#4 Start to Finish (SF)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>You must start task A before you can finish task B.<\/strong> This means the second activity is dependent on the start of the first one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Examples<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#e5f6fe\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>The building construction must start before the investor can sell the apartments.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>The replacement shift worker has to arrive and clock in to start their shift before the currently present employee can clock off and end their shift.&nbsp;<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>If a clinic is moving to a new location, it can only stop admitting patients at the old location after the clinic at the new location has been opened.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-manage-dependencies-in-project-management\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">How to manage dependencies in project management<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">To properly manage dependencies, you should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Identify and record all dependencies,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Determine the critical path,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Keep <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/project-management\/stakeholder-in-project-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">stakeholders<\/a> informed, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Monitor risks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Let\u2019s take a look at what each step entails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-identify-and-record-all-dependencies\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#1 Identify and record all dependencies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">To identify dependencies, you need to determine the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>Are there tasks that need to end for other tasks to be able to start?<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>Are there tasks that need to start or finish simultaneously?<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><em>Do you need to begin working on some tasks before completing other tasks?<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Brainstorm all possibilities with your team and remember to record them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Creating a dependency diagram to visualize the data comes in handy. For example, Gantt charts are convenient for scheduling and prioritizing your project activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Essentially, identifying dependencies helps you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Estimate project duration accurately, which is vital for managing stakeholder expectations,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Manage <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/project-management\/project-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">project resources<\/a>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Create a realistic <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/project-management\/project-timeline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">project timeline<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark plaky-gradient-landing-1\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Efficient Gantt chart software<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Visualize your projects on a timeline in Plaky. Start your free 14-day trial today!<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/app.plaky.com\/signup\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/gantt-chart-software\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-bottom \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/plaky\/banners\/landing-1@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/plaky\/banners\/landing-1.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"2-determine-the-critical-path\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#2 Determine the critical path<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You can use the <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/project-management\/critical-path-method\/\">critical path method<\/a> to identify all the tasks your team must complete to finish a project on time. <strong>The critical path is the longest sequence of dependent project activities.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Critical-Path-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Critical path example\" class=\"wp-image-7093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Critical-Path-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Critical-Path-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Critical-Path-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Critical-Path-18x12.png 18w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Critical-Path.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Critical path example<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In the above example, the sequence of activities C1-C2-C3 represents the critical path since it takes the longest to complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background translation-block\" style=\"background-color:#e5f6fe\">\ud83d\udcd6 CPM is only one of the many interesting project management concepts! If you\u2019d like to keep exploring them, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/glossary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Project Management Glossary of Terms<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-keep-the-stakeholders-informed\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#3 Keep the stakeholders informed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As a <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/project-management\/what-project-managers-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">project manager<\/a>, you must ensure the stakeholders understand the dependencies between tasks and activities and how they can affect the project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Using a dedicated project management tool like <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Plaky<\/a> lets you communicate through <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/features\/comments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">comments<\/a> and share documents related to the task at hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You can also invite them to join Pumble for daily communication as it has a <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/guest-access\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">guest access option<\/a>. Invite vendors, contractors, clients, or any other stakeholders to join discussions via limited access to your channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Plaky Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You can improve your overall productivity by centralizing communication and collaboration. The <a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/bundle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAKE.com Bundle<\/a> gives you access to 3 fully upgraded productivity tools:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/products#clockify\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clockify<\/a> \u2014 our time tracker,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/products#pumble\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pumble<\/a> \u2014 our business messaging app, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/products#plaky\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Plaky<\/a> \u2014 our project management tool.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"4-monitor-risks\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#4 Monitor risks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Finally, keep in mind that the project needs to remain on track even when something goes wrong.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If all the activities are closely intertwined, one delay or unforeseen circumstance can derail the whole chain of tasks. So, it\u2019s necessary to understand how dependencies can affect your project and your overall <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/project-management\/risk-in-project-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">project risks<\/a> if something unexpected occurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Ultimately, <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/project-management\/risk-management-in-project-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">project risk management<\/a> helps you deal with any threats and control the damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Meanwhile, knowing how to identify and manage dependencies lets you focus on getting things done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"organize-your-projects-with-plaky\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Organize your projects with Plaky<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Organizing projects is so much easier when you can rely on a specialized project management tool like Plaky. Having all the information you may need in one place lets you avoid misunderstandings and <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/blog\/missed-deadlines-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">missing deadlines<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Here\u2019s how Plaky can help you stay on top of your project:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Define activities and include all the necessary information for the project team and stakeholders within <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/features\/items\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">items<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Visualize your project in the <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/features\/gantt-chart\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gantt chart view<\/a> and adjust the timeline accordingly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Keep the team up to date by <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/features\/files\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sharing files<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Break down complex tasks into more manageable pieces with subitems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Keep everyone <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/features\/notifications\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">notified<\/a> whenever there\u2019s a new development.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"499\" src=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/A-project-board-with-subitems-in-Plaky-1024x499.png\" alt=\"A project board with subitems in Plaky\" class=\"wp-image-7094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/A-project-board-with-subitems-in-Plaky-1024x499.png 1024w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/A-project-board-with-subitems-in-Plaky-300x146.png 300w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/A-project-board-with-subitems-in-Plaky-768x374.png 768w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/A-project-board-with-subitems-in-Plaky-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/plaky.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/A-project-board-with-subitems-in-Plaky.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A project board with subitems in Plaky<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">A platform where you can organize your entire workflow and keep all stakeholders in the loop is what every project manager dreams of. 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