Gantt charts are useful in the medical device field or any field because development projects must follow strict regulatory and quality requirements. They help teams visualize key phases such as design controls, verification and validation testing, regulatory submissions, and manufacturing preparation, ensuring that each step occurs in the correct order. Medical device projects often involve multiple teams such as engineering, quality, regulatory, and manufacturing so a Gantt chart helps coordinate responsibilities and track dependencies between tasks which can reduce delays and ensure that important milestones are met. For example, FDA submissions or clinical testing timelines require time. They essentially provide a clear way to manage complex development processes while maintaining compliance and accountability.