How did we approach this project?
Clarity for Everyone
With a critical eye on the schedule in Microsoft Project, we established structure, making it clear for everyone when designs need to be completed, what the review periods are, and we facilitated continuous execution for our contractor.
Creating insight into risks
We incorporate risks and uncertainties into the planning so that we do not have to disappoint waiting customers with notifications that they cannot yet be connected to the grid. We identify these risks using Risk Challenger. I ensured that these risks were discussed within the teams and that the mitigating measures arising from these meetings were actually implemented.
Cost control
To create clarity around the cost aspect, we prepared financial reports using financial management tools such as Cleopatra. We plotted our expected costs per project over time against our actual expenditures, allowing us to better monitor our Year-End Forecasts and Estimate at Completion (EAC), and to make timely adjustments where needed.
What has been used?
Microsoft Project
for planning and project controls
Risk management
for managing project uncertainties
Earned value management (EVM)
for performance measurements