Pert and Parkinson's Law

Martin Krakowski

Interfaces, 1974, vol. 5, issue 1, 35-40

Abstract: Everybody knows Parkinson's Law. Nearly everybody quotes favorite cases to warn, amuse, or arouse. The Parkinson phenomenon is recognized by managers and newsmen, by bureaucrats and their critics. The readers, even the youngest ones, can't help knowing about PERT. Some taught it, others studied it; some practiced the art, others were practiced upon. Parkinson's Law and PERT were launched internationally, and indepently, in 1957. Few afficionados of either know that Parkinson and PERT address the same subject. This close kinship deserves a popular exposition. As the two recede into history and merge into the common stream of managerial lore the perspective gained makes this task urgent.

Date: 1974
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