I want to be able to set the resource allocation at a higher level than man hours, so as to not have to update everything if a project extends. For example, ideally we’d be able to allocate “25%” of a persons time to a project. Irrespective of the project time. So as the project scope and timelines evolve, that 25% allocation stays and is reflected in the Workload chart as 25% utilisation for whatever the duration of the project becomes.
I can’t seem to do that at the moment unless Im missing something, it is still assuming an effort based value that is averaged over the duration of the project, rather than a % of the resources time each week for the duration of the project.
I too would like to be able to do resource allocation as Wayne describes above. This is the same as how Microsoft Project manages resources, so I thought this type would of resource allocation would be standard/selectable/universally wanted?
E.g. on a portfolio board, I have project managers assigned to each project. Then on the workload widget, for each project, the resource column, the timeline column and the % allocation (via number column) would produce a flat % against each project for the length of the project, which would stay at the flat % for the duration of the project (including if the dates change/are extended or shortened)
Currently, Monday.com focuses on effort-based resource allocation, which can be limiting for evolving projects. To achieve what you’re looking for, I recommend trying the Teamboard app.
Teamboard allows you to allocate a set percentage of a person’s time (e.g., 25%) to a project, regardless of changes in duration. This allocation remains consistent, reflecting true utilization in the Workload chart even as timelines change.