Duff, A R (1980) A stochastic analysis of activity duration. Construction Papers, 1(1), pp. 63-69. ISSN 0144-8587
Abstract
A mathematical model of activity duration is described with which the productive and unproductive elements of operative time may be separately analysed. The analysis suggested is stochastic, taking account of the factors which cause the output of operatives to vary and statistical theories developed to allow the use of currently available data in the analysis of the productive element. Sample calculations are given to demonstrate the use of the model.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Index terms: | operative, duration, stochastic analysis, mathematical model |
| Subjects: | practitioner, mathematical modelling, project controls |
| Topics: | Roles and Professions, Research Practice, Time Control |
| Descriptive scope: | 2 CA |
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