Challenges and best practices for Total Float with dependency types

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This discussion was created from comments split from: TotalFloat Calculation.

russel2

What are the challenges and best practices for calculating total float and drag when incorporating various dependency types (FS, SS, FF, SF) in project schedules?

Georgie

Hi @russel2,

I found the following related threads about the TOTALFLOAT function that might help: 

• Total Float Errors
• TotalFloat with multiple phases
• TotalFloat for Non-Critical Path(s)
• Total Float Formula
• Total Float Issues

From reviewing these threads, it seems that using dependency types other than FS (Finish-to-Start) can lead to inaccurate calculations of available float - take a look at @Isaac A.'s response in this thread: Total Float Errors.

You can also take a look at the help article here: TOTALFLOAT Function.

Hope that helps!

Georgie