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How to Measure Performance in Construction Business Using KPIs

July 16, 2020

Listening in on conversations between business executives and those who work in a subordinate role, you will likely hear the word “KPI” being mentioned repeatedly in varying contexts. These days, KPIs are everywhere, and there is no escape from them – you can either embrace their existence or detest them. Things that are both valuable

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Using Advanced Filters in Primavera

July 14, 2020

Filters are used in Primavera to display specific information from the project schedule. They are often used in conjunction with Primavera’s Group and Sort features. Using advanced filters in Primavera allows a person to complement the result of what the schedule needs to convey. Advanced filters can make up for any key detail that may

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Hiring an Owner’s Representative

July 10, 2020

Introduction: A construction project can be exhaustive and overwhelming at certain times. Multiple factors will take part in the successful handling of the Project. Project owners are often too busy with multiple projects or other management tasks that they cannot pay the full attention needed for a project. Sometimes the Owner lacks certain skills and resources required

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Cost Controlling in Construction Projects

July 10, 2020

Cost controlling is a critical success factor in construction projects, as cost overruns can quickly derail timelines and profitability. This article outlines practical cost control strategies such as accurate project estimating, early contractor involvement, effective material wastage control, proper resource allocation, and avoiding costly execution mistakes. By applying these proven construction cost management techniques, project managers can minimize budget overruns, improve financial performance, and ensure projects are delivered within approved cost limits.

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Importing and Exporting with Excel and Primavera

July 10, 2020

Importing and exporting data between Excel and Primavera P6 is a powerful feature that improves collaboration and streamlines schedule management, especially when team members do not have direct access to Primavera. This article explains how to efficiently export Primavera schedules to Excel for easy sharing and analysis, as well as how to import Excel-based activity updates back into Primavera without compromising schedule integrity. Leveraging this functionality helps project teams save time, improve communication, and maintain accurate, up-to-date project schedules.

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Layout & Report Generation By Oracle Primavera

July 7, 2020

Oracle Primavera P6 provides powerful layout and reporting capabilities that enable project managers to generate clear, detailed, and professional project reports with ease. From earned value and schedule performance to resource allocation and risk analysis, Primavera P6 offers a wide range of standard and customizable reports to meet diverse project management needs. This article highlights how to create, save, and reuse layouts, as well as generate insightful reports that improve project visibility, communication with stakeholders, and overall project control.

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The Best of Primavera Activity Layouts

July 6, 2020

Primavera P6 activity layouts offer powerful flexibility to help planners and schedulers view, analyze, and manage project data more effectively. By using built-in layouts or creating custom ones with group, sort, and filter options, users can tailor the Activities view to highlight what matters most, such as baseline dates, progress, or critical milestones. This article explains how to leverage Primavera’s layout features and save or share customized views, enabling better schedule visibility, consistency across teams, and more efficient project control.

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Assigning Roles and Resources in Primavera P6

June 30, 2020

Assigning roles and resources in Primavera P6 helps transform a schedule into a fully cost- and resource-loaded project control tool. This article explains the difference between roles and resources and outlines best practices for assigning labor, non-labor, and material resources in Primavera. Learn how effective role and resource management improves budget tracking, forecasting accuracy, and overall project performance.

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S-Curve Monitoring in Primavera P6

June 29, 2020

S-curve monitoring in Primavera P6 is a powerful technique for tracking project performance by comparing planned, actual, and remaining costs or resource usage over time. This article explains how to generate and analyze S-curves in Primavera P6 using aggregated resources and the tracking view for better visibility. Learn how S-curves help construction managers identify trends, optimize resource utilization, and maintain control over project progress.

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Five Key Benefits of Oracle Primavera P6 Training

June 27, 2020

Oracle Primavera P6 training equips project professionals with essential skills to plan, schedule, and control complex projects across construction, engineering, IT, and oil & gas industries. This article highlights five key benefits of Primavera P6 training, including certification, improved project control, career growth, remote work opportunities, and higher earning potential. Learn why Oracle Primavera P6 certification is a valuable investment for advancing your project management career and staying competitive in today’s global market.

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