Effective Management of Contractual Milestone Dates
In today's increasingly complex project landscape, it is crucial to stay on top of your schedule by tracking contractual milestone dates accurately. Many larger contracts now impose liquidated damages not only for final completion milestones but also for interim contractual milestone dates. Failing to manage them properly can expose your company to substantial fines related to contractual milestone dates. Remember, ...
Primavera P6 Activity IDs: Use Them for Effective Project Management
Primavera P6 activity IDs are a unique identifier for each task in a project schedule. They can be used to organize and manage the schedule, and to track progress and identify potential problems. Benefits of using Primavera P6 activity IDs There are many benefits to using Primavera P6 activity IDs, including: Improved organization: Activity IDs can be used to group ...
Project Delays Types
Each project will inevitably incur a time and/or cost impact. Documentation of these delays is crucial, but understanding what delay you are asking for is vital to profitability. Here is a brief overview of the different types of project delays, the documentation you need to preserve, and how to file a claim. Types of Project Delays Excusable Delays: These delays are ...
Best Ways to Create Logic In a Construction Schedule
To create logic in a construction schedule, you can follow these steps: Break down the project into smaller, manageable tasks and assign them to each trade or department. Determine the dependencies between tasks and establish the order in which they must be completed. This can be done through a flow chart or precedence diagram. Establish durations for each task based ...
Location-Based Scheduling or Linear Scheduling
Location-Based Scheduling (LBS) is an approach to construction scheduling that considers the physical location of various activities and resources on the construction site. Here are some of the advantages of using LBS in construction: Increased efficiency: LBS can help optimize resource use and minimize the time and cost required to complete a project. By considering the location of different activities and ...
A New Partnership with MLV Consulting
At Overall Consulting, we are thrilled to announce our new partnership with MLV Consulting - a top-tier Woman-Owned Small Business (WBE, SBE, and DBE) based in Vista, California. This collaboration marks an exciting new chapter for us as we help them expand their reach into the construction sector, while simultaneously helping our clients achieve their DBE/SBE goals. MLV Consulting brings a wealth of experience ...
Primavera P6 – The Superior Scheduling Tool
Elevate Your Construction Projects with Primavera P6 - The Superior Scheduling Tool Primavera P6 is more powerful and flexible than Microsoft Project. It has broader features and capabilities, including more advanced scheduling, resource management, and reporting tools. This makes it a better choice for complex construction projects that require a high level of detail and control. Primavera P6 is more widely ...
Qualities to Look for in a Construction Scheduler: Enhancing Efficiency and Performance
In the construction industry, a scheduler is crucial in ensuring projects run smoothly and on schedule. Like engineers, schedulers can assume various functions within your office or on the project site. When seeking a scheduler, it's essential to consider the following critical factors during the interview process or when evaluating your current staff. Strong Building Experience: ...