This paper demonstrates the need for games based learning mechanics to embed risk culture on an international aviation project. Through its application across a multi stage project to deliver demonstrably increased engagement and better risk based decision making. Gaming is often seen to be at odds with serious business activity, however this paper will demonstrate how game mechanics can be leveraged to nurture a great environment for creative thinking. Cross pollination of these techniques seeks to overcome the barriers to risk management by games based learning being integrated into the ISO31000 Risk Management framework.

The oil and gas industry is essential to global economies, but it is having trouble becoming environmentally sustainable. The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has long held that ecological responsibility is an essential part of doing business. exploring ADNOC's aspirational sustainability goals like their work to enhance water management, reduce emissions, and promote the circular economy. ADNOC has adopted a policy that is in line with global sustainability standards and aims to find a middle ground between meeting energy needs and protecting the environment. It delves into ADNOC's comprehensive sustainability plan, demonstrating the firm's dedication to lowering its negative effects in every area of operation. The company's efforts show why ADNOC is at the forefront of the ever-changing energy industry

No matter how small or large a project may be, we want to accurately know how well the project is doing & what will it take to complete it on time & In the past decades, a new term that has entered Project world is "Giga Projects". and its fair to assume that such projects are above 10b USD and, in some cases, have exceeded 50 b under one "Project" umbrella. The timely collection of accurate project data is one of the biggest challenge. Prime requirement to address this challenge is to have a system in pace that is reliable, simple & accessible to all contractors irrespective of their location. Contractors to fully understand the system & timely input of data should enable the central PMO to roll-up & consolidate the information at project level.

This presentation delves into the critical aspect of time management in mega projects and presents a comprehensive approach to address this challenge. The scope encompasses project planning, scheduling, schedule density, dynamic scheduling, assessment of delaying events, and schedule risk analysis. The emphasis is on practical applications for projects, with real-world strategies and methodologies provided for project managers to optimize timelines and reduce risks effectively. The presented results highlight the significance of aligning planning and scheduling efforts, maintaining an efficient schedule density, and adopting dynamic scheduling in mega projects. The contemporaneous assessment of delaying events and thorough schedule risk analysis are essential in mitigating disruptions and ensuring successful project delivery.

Due to their growing complexity and the pressures of cost, schedule, and client expectations, construction projects—particularly mega projects in areas like the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia—have witnessed an increase in disputes. This article emphasizes the crucial value of dispute avoidance in the construction sector and provides valuable insights into strategies for mitigating potential conflicts. The complex nature of mega projects involving numerous parties, elaborate designs, and cutting-edge technologies is to blame for the surge in construction disputes. Industry competition heightens time and cost constraints, leading to a higher likelihood of disagreements. Financial incentives further encourage parties to approach disagreements strategically. The industry is transitioning from informal "handshake" agreements to clear and detailed contracts that specify roles, responsibilities, and expectations in response to this changing reality. Stakeholders prioritize conflict avoidance through proactive steps thorough documentation and proper risk management. By adopting a preventive approach and seeking advice from experts the construction industry can build a foundation of trust and collaboration, ensuring successful dispute avoidance and timely completion of mega projects.

Learner will get understanding of Total Cost Management Framework, Supporting Skills & Knowledge, Cost Engineering Processes & Practices and other following learning outcomes; 1. Get an overview of the AACE CCP certification. 2. Assist in corporate investment decision making. 3. Apply statistics and probability for bidding, planning, scheduling and estimating. 4. Evaluate on an economic analysis basis, the differences between two or more alternative courses of action. 5. Implement the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) for cost control. 6. Analyze productivity and performance. 7. Apply the estimating knowledge to specific project estimating situations. 8. Develop and maintain cash flow. 9. Apply the broad principles and best practices of Total Cost Management (TCM) in the planning, execution and management of projects or programs.

ng is always a big challenge in Oil & Gas upstream projects. In order to have a realistic budget plan and portfolio management, it seems essential to run a primary cost estimation using reliable data in the upstream oil and gas industry. During this research the upstream OG projects has been divided to nine categories and the estimation procedures has developed for each category based on classes 4 and 5 in the estimate class of cost estimation. The categories are as follows: 1: Drilling oil and gas wells 2: Crude oil processing and desalination units 3: Oil pump Station and gas pressure boosting stations 4: Oli and Gas Pipelines 5: Hydrocarbon storage tanks 6: Gas refineries and LNG units 7: Offshore Oil and Gas platforms 8: Roads and Buildings construction 9: Power plants, power transmission lines and substations Here in this conference, we will explain how nine guidelines have been developed which are practically using by all project managers and project stakeholders in National Iranian Oil Company.

Project risk analysis often involves silos of cost estimators, planners/schedulers, and risk managers working independently to produce separate forecasts for cost, duration, and risk exposure. Efforts to combine work into a resource/cost loaded schedule then run into difficulties, when trying to match a cost breakdown structure (CBS) with a work breakdown structure (WBS). The alternative of applying daily burn rates to a P50/P80 from a schedule as a cost item, risks double-counting the impact of risks, nor is it easy to then break down costs by subproject, subcontractor etc. in any meaningful way. The recent AACEI update to recommended best practices addresses these shortcomings, and more besides. This hands-on presentation will cover how these changes work in practice, why they are useful/beneficial, and why this is what the future – and present – should look like, for a mature, project controls environment

In the dynamic landscape of project management, effective project control is essential for ensuring successful outcomes. This paper proposes an innovative framework that integrates project control data gathering, management, and analytical processes with agent-based modeling (ABM) and resource positioning technologies. By combining these elements, a powerful digital twin on an agent level is created, enabling real-time monitoring, predictive analysis, and evidence-based decision-making. Project control, characterized by data gathering, management, and analysis, plays a pivotal role in predicting, understanding, and positively influencing project outcomes related to time and cost. The framework presented here leverages ABM, which allows the digital representation of agents and their interactions within a friendly Early Warning System (EWS). Moreover, resource positioning technologies like Bluetooth low energy (BLE) are integrated, facilitating real-time tracking and monitoring of individual agents' movements and interactions. The digital twin developed using this framework provides stakeholders with a deeper understanding of project dynamics. It incorporates individual agent attributes, productivity, and decision rules, accurately simulating agent-to-agent and agent-to-resource interactions. This dynamic simulation environment allows for scenario evaluation, bottleneck identification, and system-level outcome prediction. Notably, the framework's digital twin offers invaluable

This presentation explores the essential role of Advanced Work Packaging (AWP), Earned Value Management (EVM), Rules of Progress (ROP), and the 3D model as a singular source of truth in advancing digital transformation in the construction industry. The harmonious application of these methodologies enhances project control, productivity, waste reduction, and offers unparalleled traceability throughout the project lifecycle. The presentation consists of ten key sections: 1. Introduction: Outlining the concept of digital transformation in construction, emphasizing the 3D model's centrality, and introducing integrated methodologies. 2. Advanced Work Packaging (AWP): Discussing AWP principles, their alignment with the 3D model, and their contributions to project planning and execution. 3. Earned Value Management (EVM): Introducing EVM, its integration with the 3D model, and its role in cost and schedule control. 4. Rules of Progress (ROP): Defining ROP, exploring its relationship with cost codes, and its significance in project traceability. 5. The 3D Model as the Single Source of Truth: Elaborating on the 3D model's role and impact on coordination, collaboration, and decision-making. 6. The Synergistic Integration: Discussing how AWP, EVM, ROP, and the 3D model complement each other within a digital framework. 7. Achieving Digital Transformation: Quantifying the impact on productivity, waste reduction, traceability, and visibility, with practical implementation strategies

Project controls is a key predictor of projects and organizational success and development. Research in this area holds great promise for the development of intriguing theory and impactful policy implications, but only if empirical studies are conducted rigorously. In the current report a comprehensive review of a large number of empirical studies exploring project controls in the context of project management and innovation. Using this article cache, we conducted a number of systematic analyses and built narrative arguments documenting observed trends in three areas, area one : build a systematic analyses of critical challenges associated with implementing project controls in consultancy companies to achieve the projects’ objectives in efficiency and effectiveness. Second, highlight the current trends and emerging technologies are likely to impact the field of project controls .Third , build a systematic approach for project controls by using the integration of (Primavera, Acumen Risk, Qliksense and Power BI Dashboard) We conclude by highlighting the important of this research comparing with the current gaps in the field

Emotional Intelligence start to gain popularity since 1995. It has become increasingly significant in negotiations and contracting due to several key factors that can lead to success as well as to failure. EI can lead to negotiation success by enhancing communication, fostering trust, and promoting constructive conflict resolution. Emotionally intelligent negotiators adapt to changing circumstances, think creatively, and maintain composure under pressure, facilitating win-win solutions. Their ability to consider the emotional aspects of the negotiation process results in lasting, cooperative relationships and long-term success. Conversely, a lack of emotional intelligence can lead to negotiation failure. Poor emotional control can result in outbursts, damaged relationships, and impede rational decision-making. Ineffective communication, mistrust, and unresolved conflicts can derail negotiations.

The stakeholders always need to see robust progress reports that enhance the decision-making and drive the projects to success. Therefore, it's essential to represent valuable components inside the reports using simple and straight-forward formats. In order to develop this challenging outcome, it's important to understand the purpose of the project and focus on the value-added information. This session will demonstrate the planning related topics which can be classified into schedule and non-schedule information. Furthermore, schedule forecasting will be addressed. Numerous tools and techniques will be discussed. Finally, the session will explain the benefits of standardization and digitalization with application on real case studies.

There are several common delay analysis methods in the construction industry. However, there is a lack of consistency in terms of the terminologies and the description of each method. This presentation will provide detailed explanation of each of the main delay analysis methods in the industry along with key factors which influence both the selection and the application of the delay analysis method, with particular focus on UAE context. Reference will be made to the Society of construction law delay and disruption protocol and AACE International’s recommended practice 29R-03.

"Covid-19 dealt a serious blow to the global economy including most and if not all the national oil companies’ (NOC’s) financial results. The revenues of several national oil companies nose-dived to near zero while costs of operations and maintenance persisted. This particular NOC discussed in the paper deployed some cost controls and cost optimization techniques that enabled it to not only weather the storm but turn the corner on profitability. Today, those techniques continue to be deployed and are helping the NOC gain wider stakeholder acceptance than ever before. The paper underscores the checklists and significant cost reduction cum cost optimization Including initiatives deployed by the NOC to improve the business results and address the Covid-19 dimensions. Finally, the paper identifies a number of issues and offers best practices for the benefit of the project controls community, other NOCs, and industries in general".

The presentation presents a standard integrated project controls model that optimizes the flow of tasks, deliverables, and outputs between project controls department and other departments in the organization by developing comprehensive process maps, procedures, and responsibility matrix. In order to obtain the optimum benefit of the presented model, the main functions of the project controls department should be standardized. Standardizing the flow of data and deliverables within several units of the project controls department is presented. The standardization of the schedule development process is presented in details with practical implementation showing the development of standard activities list, standard coding systems, standard productivity rates, and standard relationships between tasks. Utilizing Application Programming Interface (API) of Building Information Modeling (BIM) is proposed to enhance the presented project controls model. The presented project controls model contributes effectively to Organizational Process Assets (OPAs) and ensures optimizing organizations’ processes.

The emergence of societal issues associated with expanding urbanization at the same time as the growing need to reduce public budgets are two of the primary reasons why smart cities are gaining so much attention. According to the United Nations, the number of cities with a population of 10 million or more is expected to increase from 33 to 43 between 2018 and 2030. While urbanization is said to bring strong economic power due to the concentration of population and industry, it also has its risks – including the potential for increased congestion and environmental problems. Advanced technology, including blockchain can play a key role in solving these societal issues and achieving efficient urban management. Blockchain enables network participants to exchange data with a high degree of reliability and transparency without the need for a centralized administrator. Cities have a variety of stakeholders and the exchange of data among stakeholders is essential for highly convenient urban services.

The construction industry in the Middle East is undergoing a transformative digital evolution, driven by market dynamics and pressing industry challenges. Traditional methods are being superseded by revolutionary technologies, such as gaming engines for 4D planning, AI, and machine learning. These advancements streamline project planning and controls, automate tasks, optimize schedules, and aid in real-time monitoring, ensuring enhanced safety and efficiency. Innovations like 3D printing and modular construction optimize build times and financial investments, while drones, digital twins, and Lidar technology provide comprehensive site analysis and proactive decision-making avenues. However, the journey to digital adoption is not without challenges. High investments, a gap in awareness, concerns about AI taking over human roles, and fragmented processes pose barriers to its embrace. To overcome these, a combination of industry collaboration, governmental support, continuous learning, and standardization is vital. Embracing these technological advancements is essential for a sustainable, efficient, and safe construction future. The article emphasizes the need for collective adoption and adaptation to these innovative practices, urging the industry to move forward while cherishing its foundational values.

in today's fast-paced construction industry, the integration of Takt planning, a production scheduling methodology derived from lean principles, with Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology offers a transformative approach to project management. This seminar proposes an exploration into the powerful synergy between Takt planning and BIM technology and its significant implications for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) sector. Takt planning's focus on synchronizing production processes with customer demand perfectly complements BIM's ability to create detailed 3D models and streamline data management. This presentation will delve into real-world case studies and examples showcasing how the amalgamation of these methodologies can revolutionize project scheduling, enhance collaboration, and optimize resource allocation. By embracing this innovative blend, the AEC industry can expect reduced construction time, minimized waste, improved project visualization, and heightened overall efficiency.

The future workforce is undergoing significant changes driven by technological advancements, demographic shifts, and changing attitudes towards work. These changes require a different approach to leadership, talent acquisition, and employee development to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving job market. This paper explores the anticipated challenges that project management will encounter as it navigates this dynamic environment. One of the most significant changes in the future workforce is the rise of diversity and inclusion. Companies must create a culture that values diversity, promotes inclusivity, and supports employees' well-being. Leaders must cultivate an inclusive environment that allows employees to thrive and leverage their unique strengths, skills, and experiences. This involves implementing policies and practices that encourage work-life balance, flexible working arrangements, and professional development opportunities. The role of technology in the future workforce cannot be overstated. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the Internet of Things are transforming the way we work, communicate, and collaborate. Companies must embrace technology to remain competitive, improve productivity, and streamline business operations. For example, AI-powered tools can help project professionals automate repetitive tasks, make data-driven decisions, and improve collaboration across teams. As traditional organizational structures give

In today's project-driven landscape, efficient project management is the linchpin for success. The fusion of Project Management Information Systems (PMIS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Building Information Modeling (BIM) presents a transformative advantage. This presentation explores the synergistic potential of these integrated technologies in monitoring the entire project lifecycle. PMIS serves as the foundation, providing real-time data, key performance indicators, and essential metrics for informed decision-making. BIM offers a 3D digital representation of physical and functional aspects, while GIS brings spatial context, aiding in site analysis and selection. When these systems converge, they provide a holistic view from project initiation to completion. Key topics covered include enhancing project understanding with GIS, leveraging digital twin technology for 3D visualization, real-time monitoring with PMIS, and promoting collaborative decision-making. Real-world case studies illustrate the successful outcomes achieved through this integration, redefining project management in today's complex construction environment.

This paper explores the integration of data analytics and visualization in project controls, focusing on its significance, benefits, and applications in diverse project domains.it encompasses a comprehensive analysis of how data analytics techniques, including statistical analysis, data mining, predictive modeling, and machine learning, can be effectively employed in planning, risk management, cost estimation, and other project controls domains. The emphasis of the paper lies in practical applications, and case studies that demonstrate the successful implementation of data analytics and visualization. By leveraging data analytics and visualization, project teams experience improved decision-making, enhanced stakeholder engagement, and more efficient resource allocation. These conclusions differ from previous work as they offer a holistic view of the integration of data analytics and visualization across multiple project controls domains, demonstrating its versatility and wide-ranging benefits.