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BEST PRACTICES FOR OPTIMIZING SHUTDOWN AND TURNAROUND PROJECTS WITH AI |
| Dear Planning Planet member, As many of you may know, ALICE is an AI-powered schedule optimization platform that allows users to directly upload and optimize their P6 or MS Project schedules. To illustrate how schedule optimization with ALICE works, we invite all Planning Planet members to a live webinar tailored for industrial projects. Join Andy Gabele, Director of Solutions Engineering, and Kevin Fuller, Industrial Construction Solutions Expert at ALICE, for an insightful discussion on optimizing construction sequences and recovering from delays in shutdown and turnaround projects. Reserve your spot for the webinar here... |
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USING EVM TO PROACTIVELY MANAGE INFRASTUCTURE PROJECTS |
| Infrastructure projects differ from large-scale capital projects in several ways. Since public funding usually covers their construction, these projects face more scrutiny regarding the use of funds. Earned Value Management can predict future costs, aid in making data-driven budget decisions, and provide transparency in the usage of public funds. When implemented from the start, this performance-tracking methodology helps address common challenges that threaten cost and schedule control. Read more on how EVM can help your infrastructure project costs and schedules. |
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SOFTWARE SELECTION SIMPLIFIED: CONFIGURATION VS CUSTOMISATION |
In the journey towards software selection, the terms "configuration" and "customisation" often appear interchangeable. However, these words hold distinct meanings and implications that can significantly impact your software investment. Understanding these differences is crucial for making an informed decision that aligns with your organisations needs and budget. Read more... | |
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UNDERSTANDING ORACLE PRIMAVERA P6 DISOLVING ACTIVITIES AND RETAINED LAG |
Understanding Oracle Primavera P6 Disolving Activities and Retained Lag When an activity is deleted then a chain of logical activities is broken. The Edit, Dissolve command and the right-click Dissolve command will delete an activity and links the predecessors and successors with a Finish-to-Start relationship. A Dissolved activity may not be undone. P6 Version 19 introduced the ability to retain lag when dissolving activities. When Retain Lag is selected from the User Preferences, Calculations tab, the dissolved activities predecessor and successor lags will be added together to calculate the lag in the new relationship. This option is unchecked by default, as per the picture below, and the user must check the option before it operates |
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| | Before Dissolving Activity 2: | | After Dissolving Activity 2 in P6 Version 19 without Retain Lag checked or in earlier versions of P6: | | After Dissolving Activity 2 in P6 Version 19 with Retain Lag checked: | | NOTE: The predecessor and successor lag are added together. | Eastwood Harris Learning Resources Accelerate your understanding of scheduling software to advance your scheduling career and be able to prepare better schedules with Eastwood Harris books, training courses and online videos on the following software packages: - Microsoft Project,
- Oracle Primavera P6 and
- Elecosoft (Asta) Powerproject
| Online videos available through Udemy by following these links:
Please follow these links: - Eastwood Harris books and training materials are available here
- Eastwood Harris inhouse, one-to-one and public training courses are offered through Primaskills Pty Ltd, more details here>>>>.
- Resources for Oracle Primavera P6 users such as third party software that works with P6 and technical papers on Primavera P6 at our Primavera Portal.
Paul E Harris
Director Eastwood Harris Pty Ltd |
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AI CONSTRUCTION NEWS |
| Editor's Note: In this complimentary issue, learn how to create AI-enabled hazard reporting system using freely available software, showing one specific way contractors can use AI technology. Meanwhile, many construction companies are skeptical of the cost/benefit (risk/benefit?) of employing AI. See what a survey and the chairman of the CCA have to say. Then catch up on the latest AI news, and consider what Jerry Seinfeld had to say about AI, or rather, what AI says about us. | | Creating an AI-Enabled Hazard Reporting System Many construction companies use hazard reporting systems to engage the workforce in creating a safer work environment. These systems often incorporate some form hazard identification report that workers use to identify and report hazards they observe. Implemented effectively, such tools positively impact the identification and management of safety hazards ... Read More... Small and Mid-Size Construction Firms Missing Out on AI Benefits Too much hyperbole about the potential negatives of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on operations is one of the most significant factors slowing its adoption among mid- and small-size construction firms, Craig Hurst, Director of Client Success at the Net Effect and Chairperson of the Canadian Construction Association tells Construction AI. Read More... Survey: Construction Industry Most Skeptical of AI Many people remain skeptical about the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI), with some even fearing it will take their jobs and infringe on their personal liberties. By industry, construction leads in AI resistance, reflecting sector-specific challenges in embracing technology. So says a fascinating new survey by Yooz. Read More... AI in the News A summary of top AI news stories in business and construction. Whatever else AI means for construction, right now it means massive new projects for the enormous amounts of infrastructure behind it. Also find out how many companies are actually using AI, Microsoft's AI-driven climate problem, and more. Read More... Ponderable "AI is the most embarrassing thing we've invented during man's timeline on earth. This seems to be the justification for AI: 'I couldn't do it.'" – Jerry Seinfeld |
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UNDERSTAND THE MEANING OF THE DATA CATEGORIES IN YOUR XER SCHEDULE! |
| Understand the Meaning of the Data Categories in your. XER Schedule! By grasping the meaning and references that these terms represent, schedulers can create better schedules, and gain a better understanding and control over the project data. Learn more... |
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COST ESTIMATING ESSENTIALS COURSE IN HOUSTON (23-25TH OF JULY) |
As technology advances and methodologies evolve, the landscape of cost estimation undergoes constant transformation, revolutionizing data is collected, and project data is analyzed. Staying up to date is vital for project managers and cost estimators aiming to stay relevant and excel in their careers. Join the Cost Estimating Essentials Course guided by Subject Matter Expert Babette Schep. Dive into the latest methodologies to enhance accuracy and maximize project profitability. Who should attend? The course is perfect for project managers, cost estimators, finance executives, project engineers, and more! Register before June 30th... Not your course? Check out other courses offered by the Cost Engineering Academy to steer your projects to success. | |
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UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING COST OVERRUNS IN PROJECT CONTROLS $$ |
Effective project planning lays the groundwork for success, yet challenges often arise that can lead to cost overruns. Read Cleopatra Enterprise’s blog “5 reasons for cost overruns in project controls” to get insights into the intricacies of managing project costs and the common causes of budget overruns. Read the full blog... | |
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GET THE GUIDE TO OPTIMISE YOUR PROJECT MANAGEMENT FLOW! |
| Get on track with smarter project management! Understand why relying on PDFs can slow down your projects. In the presentation you will find everything you need to know. Learn more... |
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A SUPERIOR ALTERNATIVE TO THE "MOST POPULAR" SOFTWARE FOR US AS PLANNERS? |
| | | A superior alternative to the "most popular" software for us as planners? Spider Project Spider Project offers numerous unique functional features and is the only PM software that optimizes resource, cost, and material constrained schedules and budgets for projects and portfolios. Check it out here... Ask questions here... |
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