The document discusses avoiding multitasking in project management by applying the Theory of Constraints (TOC). TOC involves identifying the constraint resource, exploiting it, then subordinating other processes. For multi-project environments, TOC uses a synchronizer to stagger project launches and minimize resource peaks. It schedules projects through a synchronization schedule and capacity buffers to provide priority and absorb variability while maximizing organizational throughput. Applying TOC allows focusing on the current task and honoring organizational priorities and promises.

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