LEOPARD PROJECT CONTROLS
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Effective Resource Allocation in Construction Projects
Before starting Construction and after the design is finalized, here comes the planning process, in which the contractor needs to plan the project timeline and budget. Resource Allocation is a crucial part of this process to complete the project on time with decent quality and within budget. These resources vary from Labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors if the contractor needs someone with specific skills to execute the job. In construction projects, these allocated resources in the planning phase require monitoring and controlling throughout the project duration to ensure the successful completion of the project. In this article, we will discuss how to optimize [...]
Planning and Performance Measurement Using Man-hours-based Technique
As they say, “What can be measured, can be managed”. Performance measurement is the second most important activity after Planning (of course). While accurate and realistic planning is the backbone of a successful project, an accurate and diligent performance measurement may be called its eyes and ears. Even if you know the path, without eyes and ears It may not be possible for anyone to reach the intended destination. In this guide, we will explore the Planning and Performance Measurement Using Man-hours-based Technique. To make a project successful, every activity and every aspect of the project must be measured and [...]
How to Calculate Planned & Actual % With Weights From Primavera?
Efficient Project Tracking Firstly, you must know that planned % is called “Schedule % Complete “in Primavera P6. The Project Schedule % Complete is calculated from the current schedule data date and baseline dates. When the project Data Date is equal to the Baseline Data Date, the Schedule % Complete is equal to Zero. Schedule % Complete = (Data date-Baseline Date) / (Baseline Finish-Baseline Start) However, the schedule % complete for WBS elements depends on project cost. For cost-loaded activities, the Schedule percent complete results from planned value divided by the Budget At Completion... Where: Baseline cost before the [...]
Efficiently Remove Primavera P6 Actuals: A Global Change Guide
When you are working on scheduling a project using Primavera p6 and then you find that you have to make a big change or repetitive change to the activities, resources, durations, or any element in the schedule, the best way to change all the edits by using global change tool as it saves much time in doing any edits and changes in the schedule. In this article, we will learn how to Efficiently Remove Primavera P6 Actuals and revert an updated schedule into a baseline one using the P6 global change tool. Primavera P6 offers this tool along the [...]
Engineers Essential Guide to Cost Management Terms
At its very essence, cost management is a strategic process, a guiding compass that engineers wield throughout the entire lifecycle of a project. It involves the delicate art of planning, cautious monitoring, and effective control of financial resources. Think of it as the trusted guide leading engineers through the intricate terrain of budgeting, meticulous expense tracking, and the orbit of financial decision-making. In this article, we will guide you regarding Cost Management Terms and how to handle them. Why Cost Management Matters In the rich needlepoint of engineering projects, effective cost management assumes the role of a linchpin, ensuring [...]
Create a Gantt Chart in Excel in Just 3 Minutes
Gantt Charts in Project Control Gantt charts are like superhero planners for projects. They help project managers and teams plan tasks easily and share project details super clearly. It's not just about organizing – these charts tell a visual story that transforms how we manage projects. In this article, we'll talk about how to create a Gantt Chart in Excel in Just 3 Minutes. Gantt chart is a horizontal baes graph that is used to present the timeline plan and activities progress. Gantt chart is a very effective project management tool that helps in controlling project timelines and tasks, [...]
