Business

Three Primary Benefits of CPM Scheduling
Consistently using CPM scheduling software can enhance a contractor's ability to perform and make a meaningful impact on business operations. In the future, contractors that ignore the benefits of CPM scheduling will lose out to the competition.
By Steven P. Bowen
July 8, 2019
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by Steven P. Bowen
Steven P. Bowen was a design/build electrical contractor for more than 40 years. He now teaches at The Durham School of Architectural Engineering and Construction as an Assistant Professor of Practice. He teaches Electrical Construction and Design along with CPM Scheduling. He also does consulting on scheduling. Steve has been a member of the Cornhusker Chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors since 1982 and has served in many leadership positions.
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