Import the source project
Start with the original XER file and preserve a separate copy before making changes. The product homepage describes support for schedule activities and project information such as calendars, activity codes and constraints.
Bring an existing schedule into the review workflow
XER Schedule Import & CPM Project Review
Construction teams often exchange scheduling information in XER format. CPMForge describes an XER import workflow to help schedulers, contractors and reviewers examine project activities and schedule quality.
Key workflows
Verify the imported schedule
Before relying on results, compare data date, activity IDs, dates, calendars, milestones, relationship counts and the reported critical path with the originating schedule. File compatibility should be assessed using a representative sample from your project.
Review logic and schedule quality
After import, use the schedule QA/QC workflow to identify potential issues with network logic, constraints, float, durations and other schedule conditions.
Prepare a documented review
Use the schedule narrative and comments workbook features described on the CPMForge homepage to record observations for project coordination. Validate reports before contractual use.
Who this is for
- Contractors exchanging construction schedule files
- Resident engineers reviewing monthly submissions
- Project controls teams comparing baseline and update schedules
- Construction managers preparing structured review comments
Frequently asked questions
What is an XER file?
An XER file is a text-based schedule data interchange format commonly associated with construction project scheduling.
Should I check dates after import?
Yes. Compare the imported activity dates and data date with the original file before relying on analysis or exported reports.
Does CPMForge handle Excel?
The provided product homepage also describes Excel-based activity imports and review report exports.
Explore related construction scheduling topics
CPMForge supports software-assisted review. Always compare the results against applicable contract documents and project requirements.