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What does it mean?
Projects often face delays and cost overruns regardless of planning.
In plain terms
Construction and projects rarely finish on time or under budget.
What can you take from it?
Expect delays and extra costs in any large project.

Where it applies

  • construction projects
  • software development
  • event planning

Putting it to work

  • budget for contingencies
  • set realistic timelines

Questions to consider

  • How much buffer time do you need for a project?
  • What causes most budget overruns?

Another view

Some small tasks can be completed on schedule and budget.

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