The phrase "ahead of the normal" is not standard in written English and may cause confusion.
It could be used to describe something occurring earlier than what is typically expected, but it is better to use more common expressions.
Example: "The project was completed ahead of the normal schedule, allowing us to move on to the next phase sooner than anticipated."
Alternatives: "earlier than usual" or "before the usual time".
We have also brought forward the 2016 annual pay review negotiations ahead of the normal autumn timetable".
Spring planting was generally ahead of the normal pace, while conditions in the natural resource sectors varied across the Districts.
Recognizing that United States-financed projects are being completed every day, Finance Minister Bayan Jabr is willing to provide operating funds ahead of the normal budget process.
John Rodda, one of the Guardian's sports reporters due to cover the Games, was sent to Mexico ahead of the normal time to cover the student riots and investigate the background of the country's political upheaval.
At Stratton Mountain in Vermont this year, skiers can pay an extra $15 for a relatively uncrowded 45 minutes, in the form of access to the lifts at 7 45 a.m., ahead of the normal 8 30 opening; in the past this perk was extended only to holders of $1,299 "premier" season passes.
High-speed imaging displayed fingering or jetting ahead of the normal flame front.
Given the complexity of the challenge ahead and the normal pace of legislation, big, sudden changes in the electoral system are unlikely.
Now for some sobering news to interrupt the Giants' revelry: the New England Patriots are ahead of their normal preparation schedule for Super Bowl XLII because the Patriots and the Giants played three weeks ago in a mesmerizing regular-season finale.
Nearly all Zynga's revenue comes from selling virtual goods to players who want to get ahead faster than the normal course of the game might permit.
In spite of the predictive powers of Punxsutawney Phil, the cherry trees along the Tidal Basin next to the National Mall are in full bloom -- weeks ahead of their "normal" cycle.
People who apply ahead of their normal retirement age will have that benefit reduced.
