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Cafe opening activity-on-arrow diagram

This activity-on-arrow diagram maps the preparation needed to open a cafe. The initial concept and menu approval establish the decisions that release equipment ordering, staff training and counter setup. Those activities run in parallel, but the opening event cannot happen until every one is finished. The model keeps the opening date connected to the operational work that makes it possible. It works well for a small hospitality launch, pop-up or concession. Adapt the names and durations for permits, supplier lead times, menu testing and the staffing plan that applies to your opening.

Type PERT / CPM network & Gantt chartStandard PMI PMBOK 7 + Moder 1983 (AON/PDM)Engine schematex-pertUpdated 9/24/2026
Cafe opening (AOA)
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The request

“Create an activity-on-arrow diagram for a cafe opening: confirm the concept, approve the menu, order equipment, train staff, set up the counter, then open the cafe.”

Then tryAdd a food-safety inspection before opening.Change staff training to take six days.
What is in this drawing

Read the decisions behind it.

01Menu approval

Equipment, staff and counter preparation follow the approved menu.

02Parallel preparation

These three activities can proceed together.

03Opening event

The cafe opens only after every preparation activity finishes.

Use it for a small opening plan with one approval gate and several required readiness activities.

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FAQ

Common questions

What does the opening depend on?

Equipment, staff training and counter setup must all be complete.

Can permits be added?

Yes, add a permit activity and make opening depend on it.

Why use AOA here?

It makes the approval and opening events clear while placing work on the arrows.