You can use Resource Analysis forecasting features to create a what-if scenario for adjusting resource overallocation. By including a bar that represents forecast dates in the Gantt Chart, you can dynamically adjust schedule dates and see the implications of the change in the resource profile. If you decide to implement the schedule changes as a result of your forecasting, reschedule the project and use the project forecast start date.
The sample database includes a resource forecast layout that you can use with your projects, or you can create your own layout.
To create a resource layout that you can use to dynamically level resources and eliminate overallocation, you will need to
- Include a forecast bar in the Gantt Chart
- Display limits and overallocation in the resource profile
- Adjust User Preferences setting to display time-distributed data using forecast dates