parallel planning
nounUK /ˈpærəlɛl ˈplænɪŋ/
US /ˈpærəlɛl ˈplænɪŋ/
Making two or more plans at the same time in case one does not work.
The team did parallel planning so they would be ready if the weather changed.
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2. In project management, developing multiple schedules or approaches at once so work can switch quickly.
Parallel planning kept the project on track when the supplier was late.
3. In education, planning lessons for different ability levels at the same time.
Teachers use parallel planning to prepare tasks for fast and slow learners.
4. In urban design, planning two routes or systems that run alongside each other.
Parallel planning of bike lanes and roads made the city safer.