🎯 Basics First: What Is a Baseline?
A baseline represents a fixed snapshot of a project schedule at a specific moment in time. It records critical scheduling information, including:
Task start and end dates
Task durations
Milestone placements
Baselines function as a reference framework, enabling project managers to track deviations between the original plan and the evolving project schedule. By comparing the current timeline against the baseline, teams can identify schedule variances, assess project performance, and make informed decisions to maintain alignment with project objectives.
How Baselines Work in Buildern
Follow the steps below to create a new baseline:
Step 1: Open the Gantt Chart
Log in to your Buildern account
Open the project where you want to track schedule performance
Navigate to the Schedule → Gantt Chart view
Step 2: Click the Baseline Button
In the Gantt Chart toolbar:
Click the Baseline button
A panel will open showing previously created baselines
Select Create Baseline
A date window will appear allowing you to confirm creation.
Step 3: Create the Baseline
Click Create Baseline.
Buildern will:
Capture the current task positions
Record start and end dates
Save the snapshot under today’s date
The new baseline will now appear as a reference layer in your Gantt Chart.
Managing Baselines
After creating a baseline, you can:
Rename it (for example: “Initial Plan – March”)
Delete it if no longer needed
Toggle visibility to compare timelines
Best Practices
Create a baseline before making significant schedule edits
Use clear naming conventions (e.g., “Pre-Permit Plan,” “Phase 2 Revision”)
Avoid creating too many unnecessary baselines to keep tracking clean
Review baselines regularly during project meetings
More tips and features are coming up next to help you work smarter in Buildern.
Happy Building!