Henry Gantt

Henry Gantt was an American engineer and management consultant, best known for developing the Gantt chart in the early 20th century. This chart is a visual project management tool that illustrates a project schedule by displaying tasks along a timeline. Gantt’s work aimed to improve productivity and efficiency in workplaces by helping managers plan and track the progress of projects. His contributions significantly influenced modern project management practices, making complex information clearer and enabling better coordination among teams. Ultimately, Gantt's methods helped organizations optimize their processes and achieve their goals more effectively.