What is the significance of breaking up large tasks into smaller ones in project planning?

Breaking up large tasks into smaller ones in project planning is significant for several reasons. Firstly, it makes the project more manageable and less overwhelming. Secondly, it allows for better allocation of resources and ensures that different aspects of the project can progress simultaneously. Thirdly, it enables more accurate tracking and control of the project's progress. Lastly, it can help to identify potential issues early and mitigate risks.

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In order to stay on track, the project planners also had to get around another critical issue: the dam required so much concrete that if they poured it all in one block, it would take over 125 years to cool. This was the critical path needed to overcome to finish on time. They would have to break up this large task across multiple, smaller tasks in order to reach their target end date. The solution: pour the concrete into five-foot blocks, then use pipes to pump cold water through each block to cool it enough to pour the next block on top of it. While 80% of projects don't set baseline schedules, this extreme attention to timeline made all the difference.

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