It doesn’t just model uncertainty; it models discrete risks. You can link items from your risk register (e.g., "supplier delay," "weather shutdown") directly to schedule activities. Each risk has a probability and an impact on duration/cost.
In a static schedule, the critical path is a single line of tasks. In Pertmaster, because durations change during the simulation, the critical path can shift. The software produces a "Criticality Index," telling managers which tasks are most likely to fall on the critical path. This helps prioritize which tasks require the most management attention. pertmaster software
Unlike basic Monte Carlo add-ins, PertMaster is built specifically for project schedules, allowing you to add uncertainty to task durations, logic, resources, and costs. It doesn’t just model uncertainty; it models discrete
Pertmaster is a sophisticated tool typically used by: In a static schedule, the critical path is
While most scheduling software tells you when a project is supposed to finish, Pertmaster tells you the probability of that date actually happening. Key Features and Capabilities 1. Monte Carlo Simulation