The construction industry used a combination of Forward and Backward scheduling. For the development of initial high level programme plans Forward Scheduling will identify phases and key dependencies.
A series of stage gates will often be defined. Within each phase Backward scheduling will then ensure that key dependencies can be met.
DHL has developed extensive expertise in supporting construction organisations with the planning of materials.
Often construction sites are space constrained, so accurate sequencing and timing of materials and equipment to site is critical.