project management glossary

time estimate unit

 See Calendar Unit.

time extension

 An increase in the time allowed for completion of the project, usually through the issuance of a Change Order.

time lapse factor

 The typical and necessary delay between the time that a piece of work or activity is released and its actual commencement as a result of preparation and mobilization of resources.

time limited resource scheduling

 See Resource Smoothing.

time limited scheduling

 Scheduling of activities, so that the specified project duration, or any imposed dates are not exceeded.
Note: This may cause the envisaged resource levels to be exceeded.

 See also Resource Smoothing.

time limits

 The calendar dates within which an activity is expected to be performed.