Establish dependencies with cross-project predecessors

In this step, you will learn how to create and manage cross-project predecessors to establish dependencies between tasks in different projects. This technique ensures that tasks in one project are completed before dependent tasks in another project begin, allowing for seamless project coordination. You will explore how to create cross-project predecessors, track them in reports, and understand their impact on project timelines.

In this video, you will learn:

• What a cross-project predecessor is and how it can be useful
• How to create a cross-project predecessor
• How to track cross-project predecessors in reports

To learn how to create the Cross-project predecessors and successors view and the Cross-project predecessors and successors report used in the video, see the Understand basic text mode for views tutorial and be sure and take the prerequisite tutorials listed there, if you need to.

Next, you will delve into advanced predecessors, exploring task dependencies, lag types, and best practices for managing complex project timelines.