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OPS.10.1:3 - Forces

ForcePractical tension
Amount and timingEnough total resource time may exist, yet be unavailable when a job needs it.
Detail and useful consequenceA richer model can retain a lost dependency, but also cost more to build and maintain.
Average performance and individual serviceA mean can compare recurring load without determining a completion probability or hard deadline.
Local change and shared workSpeeding one activity can move waiting or consume a resource needed elsewhere.