Back Scheduling
Also known as: back scheduling, reverse scheduling
A planning technique that begins with a required completion date and calculates backward to determine activity start times.
Back Scheduling is commonly used where delivery deadlines are fixed and non-negotiable. Planners work backward from the target shipment or installation date to schedule procurement, production, and transport milestones. It supports just-in-time operations and deadline-driven projects. The method reduces idle time and aligns resources to meet committed delivery dates.
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