Ep.1233 - Takt Planning Book - Chapter 11

The Backbone of a Winning Schedule

Every project has a longest path the one that determines whether you hit your milestones or miss them. In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast, Jason Schroeder unpacks the Path of Critical Flow (PCF) and why it’s the most powerful tool for forecasting project success.

You’ll learn: ✅ How to define and verify the path of critical flow in your Takt plan ✅ The right buffer strategy to absorb risks without losing momentum ✅ Why your line of balance must hit specific flow potential ranges (or risk disaster) ✅ How to align procurement, supply chain buffers, and schedule to keep crews moving ✅ When (and how) to use CPM at the highest level without letting it run your project

If you’ve ever struggled with delays, missed handoffs, or supply chain chaos, this episode will show you how to build flow into your project from day one.

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