Primavera P6 Research Articles

Critical analysis On Cost Management of Commercial Buildings by Using Primavera Software

Abstract: Project monitoring and control is that the tactic of collecting, recording, and reporting information concerning project performance. Project controlling uses the info from monitor activity to bring actual performance to planned performance. this study deals with the project monitoring process of “Standard Design Factory”, a four storied (G+9) factory building whose construction is current at Dubai. A comparison between the planned progress of construction work and actual progress is performed during this study using project management software Primavera P6. Despite well-established principles and policies of project monitoring the strategy itself won't be efficiently accomplished in an exceedingly project, due to those practical problems existing or arising within the project Such an effort in realizing the sensible problems in implementation of project monitoring and control will contribute to proper recognition of the matter areas and fitting place the control process to rectify the deviations

Risk Assessment and Management of Underground Metro Construction (Bengaluru Scenario)

Construction projects are characterized as very complex projects, where uncertainties are part of it. Risk is an uncertain event or condition that, if it occurs, has a positive or a negative impact on one or more project objectives, such as time, cost, scope or quality. Risk management includes the process concerned with the conducting the risk identification, analysis, responses and management planning and control on a project The study aims at carrying out the risk assessment and management process in the construction of Bangalore Underground Metro project. At first, the risks associated with the project and also with the similar projects in past are identified and listed based on the historic reviews, interviews and literature review. A questionnaire survey is prepared for the risks that are listed and probability and impact of these risks on the projects are found out, and risks are prioritized based on the risk index score which forms the probability-impact matrix and risk register is formed. A schedule is prepared in Primavera P6, and then integrated with Primavera Risk Analysis (PERT Master) software which analyze the schedule for the risk events assigned to the activities and for the defined probability distributions and then schedule of the project is simulated using the Monte Carlo simulation for the both pre mitigated and the post mitigated analysis, and then results are compared. Response strategies are suggested for the moderate to higher priorities risks.

Planning, Scheduling and Allocation of Resources for Huge Structures using Oracles Primavera P6 software

Abstract: Proper planning and scheduling is very important part of construction projects for reducing and controlling delays of the project. Substantial amounts of time, money and resources are wasted each year in a construction industry due to improper management of construction activities. Oracle’s Primavera P6 is the globally accessible and world’s fastest, powerful, user friendly, easy to use robust and software application which is used to manage projects, programs and portfolios. Prioritizing, Managing, Scheduling, Planning can be done in favor of the globally located projects. It provides single solution to manage alter and update the project of any scale. Risk is present everywhere, every area of life. In construction industry risk is always present. The purpose of current work is to study of various risks in construction projects, their importance and impact on the project goals, time schedule and plan for the risk analysis.

Dynamic control for construction project scheduling on-the-run

Construction project management requires dynamic mitigation control to ensure a project's timely completion. Current mitigation approaches are usually performed by an iterative Monte Carlo (MC) analysis which does not reflect (1) the project manager's goal-oriented behavior, (2) contractual project completion performance schemes, and (3) stochastic dependence between construction activities. Therefore, the development statement within this paper is to design a method and implementation tool that properly dissolves all of the aforementioned shortcomings ensuring the project's completion date by finding the most effective and efficient mitigation strategy. For this purpose, the Mitigation Controller (MitC) has been developed using an integrative approach of nonlinear stochastic optimization techniques and probabilistic Monte Carlo analysis. MitC's applicability is demonstrated using a recent Dutch large infrastructure construction project showing its added value for dynamic control on-the-run. It is shown that the MitC is a state-of-the-art decision support tool that a-priori automates and optimizes the search for the best set of mitigation strategies on-the-run rather than a-posteriori evaluating the potentially sub-optimal and over-designed mitigation strategies (as commonly done with modern software such as Primavera P6).

A spherical fuzzy AHP model for contractor assessment during project life cycle

Abstract Measurement of construction performance is essential to a clear image of the present situation. This monitoring by the management team is necessary to identify locations where performance is exceptionally excellent or poor and to identify the primary reasons so that the lessons gained may be exported to the firm and its progress strengthened. This research attempts to construct an integrated mathematical model utilizing one of the recent methodologies for dealing with the fuzzy representation of experts’ knowledge and judgment considering hesitancy called spherical fuzzy analytic hierarchy process (SFAHP) method to assess the contractor’s performance per the project performance parameters (cost, schedule, quality, leadership, and change management). At the same time, most project control systems are currently applied through software like Primavera P6 or MS Project. These look at a project’s cost and schedule status by following the earned value analysis for finding the performance. Based on decision makers’ preferences, the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) may be used to arrive at the optimum conclusion. AHP approaches are discussed, including AHP, grey-AHP, fuzzy-AHP, and SFAHP weights comparison. Calculation results showed that the spherical fuzzy approach differs significantly from the other approaches where it considers the decision maker’s hesitation when making linguistic multicriteria decisions and then, as a result, recommends applying periodically for performance measurement. This model can be viewed as a valuable way to help the decision-making stakeholders in the construction sector do the best job about critical issues at a suitable time.

Project Management Using Primavera P6

Abstract: The construction industry is an Integral and developing part of nation's infrastructure and industrial growth. In that Construction sector construction manager's has to deal with lots of problems regarding time management and its limitations. Safety issues, change in nature work, budget constraints etc. According to previous observation and experience proper skillful management it is very essential to resolve and reduce these issues effectively. Primavera P6 software can overcome these issues adequately and efficiently. Effective time planning is very important in determining success of any project, poor planning and controlling of project will causes delay. In this project, primavera P6 software help the planning scheduling, resource allocation and time help the resource allocation and time management. Keywords: Planning, Scheduling, Management, Primavera, Controlling,

Calculating the cost impact in loss of productivity claims

Loss of productivity is a major type of claim for construction projects. Maintaining exact records and calculating the impact of productivity losses in a timely manner are difficult for general contractors in formulating such claims. This study introduces an add-on tool that automatically calculates the cost impact of productivity loss using Primavera P6. By inputting the actual quantities and resource data, the tool calculates the impact by comparing the actual quantities and workhours before and after the claimable event occurs, based on the measured-mile approach. The total cost of indemnity is derived by considering the indirect cost incurred by the project delay as well as the direct cost caused by productivity loss. The applicability of the tool was validated through a case study and interviews with industry experts. This tool helps practitioners to reliably organize data from the field in real time, which will eventually help them manage claims effectively.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT OF AN AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIAL BUILDING USING MS PROJECT AND PRIMAVERA

For successful completion of a project two most important factors are planning and scheduling. The construction industry requires precise planning and management that can help completing a project on given timelines and allow for the full implementation of controlled cost, time and resources. Due to increasing workloads and declining resources the construction management industry has acquired new technologies that help to manage and organize the project more easily. The Project management software is used as a management and planning tool that helps industries grow faster. There are various software available in the market like Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, etc. Good planning and project management may be done with the help of these tools. Primavera makes it simple to compare the projected progress of construction work with the actual progress of construction activity. Primavera P6, includes recording, collection, monitoring, managing and reporting projectrelated information. In this study project management and monitoring can be done and the causes of delays can be identified.

APPLICATION OF PRIMAVERA P6 SOFTWARE FOR SCHEDULING SINGLE CONSTRAINED RESOURCE IN SMALL GAS STATION PROJECT

The Success in the use of the Primavera P6 Software to schedule the project depends on the size of the project, the level of its complexity the time allocated for its execution and the requirements dictated by owner of the project……etc. The basic idea behind the proposed system is the use of software set up for this purpose in order to delineate start- finish time by applying Critical Path Method, the Primavera P6 Software for scheduling single constrained resource in projects. They may only of solutions start by scheduling and analyzing the resource time period by time period, and resource by resource when the amount of the resources available is exceeded the method of tasks is examined and rare resources are then allocated according is the levels of priority. A major position arises then: how to increase the time necessary for the completion of the project with the remaining minimum with due respect to the labor limitations. The answer lies in the application of the Primavera P6 Software which is used in practical situations, so as to avoid mathematical complications which are characteristics of perfect model methods. In order to achieve the best solution, activities are re- scheduled based on labor constraints according to various numerous bases. These were applied on a project for the construction of a small size Gas Station, classified under small construction projects which include 29 activities. The 3 stages of implementation were applied tested to the project mainly planning, scheduling and control. We obtained the desired results with an increase in the time allocated for the completion of the project with strictest minimum possible while respecting labor constraints.

Construction Project Planning and Scheduling: A Case of Inlet Separator Fabrication

Project construction activities must be analyzed from the planning stage to the execution stage so that they can be achieved optimally and achieve the best performance point. Project planning relies on a project scheduling system, of course requiring updates and modifications that show the project conditions in real time. The aims of this paper is propose a project scheduling system that can accommodate projects that have large-scale activities by proposing scheduling and risk analysis using Primavera P6 and Primavera risk analysis. A case study was conducted on the construction of an inlet separator fabrication project in Batam, Indonesia. The proposed method aims to calculate the optimal project completion time through automatic scheduling with primavera software. The method demonstrates practical value for project managers in identifying the shortest project duration and estimating the most optimal time duration for carrying out activities. In addition, using automatic scheduling can provide more complex information including successors and predecessors of activities, critical times, estimates of the overall duration of the project.

Tracking Delay Analysis

Delays are a matter of fact in the majority of construction projects; accordingly, the field of forensic planning resulted in numerous delay methods being utilized. Implementing these methods has given rise to the major dispute of attributing an undocumented delay in the project schedule to a certain party. Despite previous research efforts, no established delay analysis technique sets a methodology while taking into account that some delays may exist that have not been identified or attributed. This paper aims to establish a step-by-step protocol for a delay analysis that would focus on merging two established techniques to fill the aforementioned gap while combining their recognized advantages. This paper demonstrates that adding one to the other would enhance the latter by properly identifying/attributing undocumented delays. Such takes place through a tracking process that utilizes the float path interface in Primavera P6 for an automated process. Through a case study demonstration, the proposed method shows promising results as opposed to applying the techniques individually.

Portfolio Management using Primavera P6 through Web Integration

Increase in population increases the demand for dwelling with a greater comfortness with all amenities. Nowadays people require residential building with fitness center, balconies, laundry room, swimming pool, childcare center, playground, and community room. The demand of people initiated to construct a apartment buildings in major cities. The process of planning and schedule of the activities in the construction of apartment building should be in a logical and systematic manner which is done using Autocad and Primavera P6 software. Finally the web integration is done for scheduling the major resources in the construction work which in hand manage the time period effectively.

Scheduling and Cost Optimization of Multi-Storey Building

Now a days construction gets delayed in the site due to the factors such as inefficient management, design issues, economic variation, coordination failure between time schedule and execution etc. The major problem faced by the construction sector is not able to manage the fund allocated for the work and not able to complete the work in targeted days. This can be overcome by the implementation of scheduling and cost optimization process in the construction field. Scheduling is a critical component of successful time management. Optimizing cost should be carried out to aware the building cost is kept within the estimated cost limits .This paper deals with scheduling of multi-story building and cost effective method to find required cost for completion of the project. On going project is located at Nagar Kovil and Manual scheduling data collected from the site. Scheduling of the project is done with primavera p6 software. Cost required for the project is also computed with primaveraP6 software. For reducing the cost of the project, required actions are taken. The cost is reduced by proper using of resources, such as manpower, materials and machines. Computerized scheduling provides clear scheduling data for execution of the project. Cost required for the project execution is also reduced with proper scheduling process. Cost is optimized by using a dynamic programming method. Microsoft excel is used for dynamic method of cost optimization. In this project cost is considerably reduced by using the dynamic programming method of cost optimization techniques.

Planning and Scheduling of a Suspension Cable Bridge Using Project Management Tool Primavera P6

Planning and Scheduling of a Suspension Cable Bridge Using Project Management Tool Primavera P6

Impact of prefabrication technology on profitability using Primavera p6

The precast Construction system is well-known technology though it was developed many years ago its implementation is slowly catching up with 20% growth year on year. Precast elements are prepared in a controlled environment which results in proper curing and monitored closely resulting in faster construction. This study focuses on the comparison of monolithic technology using aluminium formwork and precast technology. The construction cost estimation of eleven storied building was done by both monolithic construction and precast construction technology. Primavera p6 is used for scheduling and tracking construction activities. The main aim of this study is to identify new technologies in construction and suggest for implementation of technologies for speedy construction and report cost-effectiveness of the systems. The Comparison of cost between both methods is presented here. The time required for the construction of both methods is also presented in this paper.

Cost Optimization by Resource Allocation of an Ongoing Project Using Primavera P6

The development business assumes noteworthy part in the economy of creating nations. For instance, in numerous creating nations, significant development exercises represent around 80% of the aggregate capital resources, 10 % of their GDP, and over half of the riches put resources into settled resources. Moreover, the industry gives high business opportunity, most likely next after agribusiness. In spite of the development business' huge commitment to the economy of creating nations and the basic part it plays in those nations advancement, the execution of the business still remains by and large low. As noted, numerous ventures in creating nations experience extensive time and cost invades neglects to understand their expected advantage or even completely ended and surrendered previously or after their finish. Also, the improvement of the development business in creating nations by and large falls a long ways behind from different ventures in those nations and their partners in created countries. The development business in creating nations neglected to meet desires for governments, customers and society overall.

Time and Resource Management of Residential Apartment Construction using Building Information Modeling

To complete a project under the complicated situations, it is important to follow effective ways to use available tools and methods, taking into account present technology and management. Also, it is challenging to prepare accurate and achievable plans in large construction projects. Visualizing forms at an early stage in building design improves the ability of designers to deliver ideas and the capability to inspect and assess the methods helps to predict and optimize the actual presentation of the construction project. These different features form the basis for Building Information Modeling (BIM). The archetypal problems like budget overflow, lack of communication, cost overruns, overtime delays, rework can be minimized with the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools for building design & resource management. In this paper, the concept of Building Information Modelling (BIM) is used for 3D modeling, which involves 4th dimension as Time (4D), 5th dimension of Cost (5D) of the project. A case study of G+5 residential apartment is presented for 3D BIM modeling and quantity take-off with the commercial software Autodesk Revit 2019. The 4D BIM carried out using Primavera P6 is explained with methodology for a case study. Further, Autodesk Navisworks Manage 2019 is used for 5D BIM, which includes a graphical presentation of the construction schedule and cost estimation of the case study.

Delay Causes and Emerging Digital Tools: A Novel Model of Delay Analysis, Including Integrated Project Delivery and PMBOK

Delay is one of the main challenges of construction projects, and there is still much to overcome in order to reach near zero delay in all construction projects. This project aims to conduct a systematic critical review including a bibliography analysis on delay literature in construction. The main questions consider what has been learnt from a decade investigating delay causes and effects in the construction literature and what factors have been missed in the literature. This paper also presents a new and challenging question regarding how digital tools and associated technologies may prevent any delay in construction projects, which can change the research direction from delay investigations to identifying prevention factors. The paper identifies the delay dataset, including 493 papers investigating delay in construction, and establishes a specific dataset of papers focusing on delay effects and causes (DEC), including 94 selected papers covering different factors examined in over 29 countries such as Iran, India, Turkey, Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Cambodia, Oman, Malaysia, Taiwan, China, Vietnam, the US, the UK, and Egypt. In addition, the paper identifies 30 critical factors with the frequency of occurrences over three times in the DEC dataset and computes their medians of ranking. This paper also discusses digital tools and methods that can be used for delay analysis and preventions, including MS Project, Oracle Primavera P6, and Open Plan by Deltek. The paper discusses the project schedule delay analysis from project management methodology perspectives. It also discusses the current method’s limitations and future directions, which are based on the identification of the deficiency areas. In total, four overlooked factors are identified and suggested, including faulty data analysis, unmatched structure of the research questionnaires with new knowledge and standards [e.g., Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)], overlooked effects of digital technologies [e.g., Digital twin, Navisworks, Building Information Model (BIM), Geographic Information System (GIS), and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)], and ignored job-site technologies. In addition, the paper presents the DEC model for future studies, including four main key factors. These factors are resources (e.g., project budgets, labour, material, equipment, and digital tool), project context, stakeholders performance (e.g., owner/client, consultant/designer, contractor, vendor/supplier), and external factors (e.g., ground condition, site location, regulation, natural disaster), which may significantly affect delay prevention and should be concurrently considered in the future delay investigations, since they may be required for designing an effective mitigation strategy when these proof points are identified. This would significantly help to utilise digital systems to prevent time overruns in different construction contexts.

Analysis on Cost Controlling and Tracking of Residential Building by EVM Method Using MS Project Software

Most of the construction projects suffer from cost and time overruns due to a multiplicity of factors. Earned value management (EVM) is a project performance evaluation technique that has origins in industrial engineering, but which has been adapted for application in project management. Earned Value Analysis software is developed in Visual studio 2008, Next Comparison of selected parameters between M.S Project 2007, Primavera P6 and developed software is done. Therefore, it can be concluded that the software could be used in a wide range of projects for Earned Value Analysis calculation. During the construction project it has been observed that certain causes may lead to delay in construction activities. This will result in time and cost overrun in the project. So it has become a major problem to complete the project on schedule and within the estimated cost. As a solution to this, the concept of construction project management by Earned Value Management System (EVMS) is evaluated. Earned Value Management is a powerful methodology used in monitoring and controlling of the project. EVMS is the project management technique developed to measure the performance and progress of the project based on the combination of schedule, cost and work performed. By using this technique, the project status can be investigated in ongoing project at any stage which detects whether the project is under or over budget and behind or ahead of the planned schedule. Also the estimate cost and time required to complete the project from current situation can be investigate.

Prepare and analysis for claims in construction projects using Primavera Contract Management (PCM)

Change management has a crucial importance in the project management field. Changes in the construction field can be consolidated directly or converted to a full process project claims. A lot of theories and area of concerns spotted claims consolidation methods and techniques to seek best practices to solve such problems between all construction project stakeholders. It is not easy to completely prohibit claims from arising in the construction project, but as the technology developing rapidly; it became easier to face arising claims with a fully documented project, as the good documentation is a fundamental requirement in a successful claim Lixia et al. [5].Due to project complexity increasing and project cost rising, it is essential for companies to succeed in managing their project's budget and schedule. According to Oracle, 90% of projects overrun their assigned budget, which leads to a high percentage of failed projects in the construction field.Hence, a lot of software appeared to help claimers to manage their claims in the best effective way to reduce the time consumed in the hard preparation which needs a lot of effort and resources to be completed. In another way, the new software maintains focusing on how to win the claim not how documents prepared to go through a claim.One of this software is Oracle Primavera Contract Management (PCM) which is a web-based program includes many features such as document management, cost control, field monitoring and time management. In addition to that, it decreases time schedule delays which provide visibility in the contract performance by providing a central repository for data on the turnaround time on a given process. Reporting this data provides the project managers with a useful metric of average contractor performance and work process and helps to identify which contractor needs extra attention or should be avoided in future projects.PCM enables timely payments for completed work by providing the ability to view, track and automate performance beast progress payment to subcontractors. In addition, to ensure that unnecessary delays are avoided it also reduces liability by improving turnaround time between project contributors. This paper aims to identify the method of using the PCM program and Primavera P6 to prepare the claims in a short time with less effort to produce fully documented claims. In addition to that, it illustrates how users able to make delay analysis using Primavera contract management, which linked to the PCM program. In addition to that, it illustrates the application of one of the web-based project management software toward construction company performance. Also, to emphases and analyze the advantages of implementing the Web-based project management system. Also, this paper investigates the PCM effectiveness in stringing and managing construction projects. Finally, improvement in project progress can be achieved by applying PCM to generally enhance company performance and specifically during facing claims.