The document discusses measurement and analysis (M&A) in the context of the Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI). It outlines the importance, benefits, dependencies, and ordering of specific practices for M&A. Critical specific practices are highlighted for establishing measurement objectives and analyzing measurement data. Trend-based and limit-based metrics are defined for conducting initial analysis of measurement results.
The document discusses terminology and relationships related to managing project reserves, including risk posture, scope margin, and de-scoping plans. It provides a high-level flow for establishing scope margin, beginning with establishing level 1 requirements and defining descope options. The progression to Key Decision Point C is shown, including establishing baseline requirements and success criteria, and refining requirements and updating risk/reserve posture. Budget and reserve estimates are also discussed, including the progression from pre-phase A through phase B and to KDP-C, as well as different types of reserve calculations.
The Groundwater Reduction Plan Program Monthly Progress Report summarizes activities in February 2012 related to planning, scheduling, procurement, cost reporting, and quality assurance for the Groundwater Reduction Plan Program. Engineering and construction were ongoing. Procurements included solicitations, contract awards, and procedures. Cost reports provided budget and financial details. Quality assurance efforts ensured specifications were met. Various meetings were also held to discuss ongoing work.
This document provides an outline for a course on project management. It covers core concepts of project management including the project life cycle, project methodologies, organizing and staffing the project team, project planning, project management tools, pricing and estimating, cost control, strategic planning, contracting and procurement, and modern developments in project management. Each unit covers several topics and sub-topics related to that aspect of project management.
Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant: Best PracticesPuneet Jaggi
The document outlines the key steps in executing a solar power project from allocation to execution:
1) Land and site finalization includes assessing meteorological resources, connectivity to the grid, soil conditions, and availability of manpower and water.
2) A detailed project report covers site analysis, technology selection, plant design, energy estimates, and project finances.
3) An EPC contractor is selected through a bidding process based on experience, equipment, cost, and guarantees.
4) Drawings and design are vetted for safety, strength, and optimal performance.
5) Onsite monitoring ensures quality, compliance with standards, and documentation during construction.
6) Commissioning validates performance
Here are the key things I noticed from the caucus and review:
- Attitude Control CAM rated themselves lower on understanding scope of work. Need to follow up.
- Communications CAM rated themselves lower on planning work into control accounts.
- Several technical questions on Telescope integration were rated medium risk. Need more details.
- Overall risk seems moderate but some pockets of higher risk were identified.
- Survey responses were generally consistent with interview impressions.
- A few anomalies identified to follow up on specifically.
The review team feels we have a good understanding of the risks after caucusing. Now we need to document our findings and recommendations.
The document describes NASA's Baseline Performance Review (BPR) process. The BPR provides NASA senior leadership with objective information on the performance of NASA programs, projects, and operations relative to their baseline plans. It aims to identify performance trends, issues, and risks. The BPR involves monthly reporting from Mission Directorates and support offices. Independent assessors evaluate performance metrics. The BPR process helps improve communication, identify cross-cutting issues, and inform decision-making.
The Environmental Responsible Aviation (ERA) Project aims to select promising aircraft concepts and technologies by 2025 to simultaneously reduce fuel burn, noise, and emissions. Technologies will be matured from TRL 3 to 5/6 through integrated systems research. Risk management is challenging due to the technical nature of technology development projects and independent sub-projects. ERA's risk management process developed a contribution factor based on expert input to assess each technology's potential to meet ERA goals, which improves identification of risks to project success compared to traditional approaches.
This document discusses using earned value management techniques for software projects. It outlines some current challenges with applying earned value to software, including excessive use of level of effort tasks and not properly accounting for rework. It emphasizes that earned value measures need to directly relate to implementing requirements. The document also discusses breaking work into phases and using a work breakdown structure that properly captures the software effort.
The document discusses terminology and relationships related to managing project reserves, including risk posture, scope margin, and de-scoping plans. It provides a high-level flow for establishing scope margin, beginning with establishing level 1 requirements and defining descope options. The progression to Key Decision Point C is shown, including establishing baseline requirements and success criteria, and refining requirements and updating risk/reserve posture. Budget and reserve estimates are also discussed, including the progression from pre-phase A through phase B and to KDP-C, as well as different types of reserve calculations.
The Groundwater Reduction Plan Program Monthly Progress Report summarizes activities in February 2012 related to planning, scheduling, procurement, cost reporting, and quality assurance for the Groundwater Reduction Plan Program. Engineering and construction were ongoing. Procurements included solicitations, contract awards, and procedures. Cost reports provided budget and financial details. Quality assurance efforts ensured specifications were met. Various meetings were also held to discuss ongoing work.
This document provides an outline for a course on project management. It covers core concepts of project management including the project life cycle, project methodologies, organizing and staffing the project team, project planning, project management tools, pricing and estimating, cost control, strategic planning, contracting and procurement, and modern developments in project management. Each unit covers several topics and sub-topics related to that aspect of project management.
Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant: Best PracticesPuneet Jaggi
The document outlines the key steps in executing a solar power project from allocation to execution:
1) Land and site finalization includes assessing meteorological resources, connectivity to the grid, soil conditions, and availability of manpower and water.
2) A detailed project report covers site analysis, technology selection, plant design, energy estimates, and project finances.
3) An EPC contractor is selected through a bidding process based on experience, equipment, cost, and guarantees.
4) Drawings and design are vetted for safety, strength, and optimal performance.
5) Onsite monitoring ensures quality, compliance with standards, and documentation during construction.
6) Commissioning validates performance
Here are the key things I noticed from the caucus and review:
- Attitude Control CAM rated themselves lower on understanding scope of work. Need to follow up.
- Communications CAM rated themselves lower on planning work into control accounts.
- Several technical questions on Telescope integration were rated medium risk. Need more details.
- Overall risk seems moderate but some pockets of higher risk were identified.
- Survey responses were generally consistent with interview impressions.
- A few anomalies identified to follow up on specifically.
The review team feels we have a good understanding of the risks after caucusing. Now we need to document our findings and recommendations.
The document describes NASA's Baseline Performance Review (BPR) process. The BPR provides NASA senior leadership with objective information on the performance of NASA programs, projects, and operations relative to their baseline plans. It aims to identify performance trends, issues, and risks. The BPR involves monthly reporting from Mission Directorates and support offices. Independent assessors evaluate performance metrics. The BPR process helps improve communication, identify cross-cutting issues, and inform decision-making.
The Environmental Responsible Aviation (ERA) Project aims to select promising aircraft concepts and technologies by 2025 to simultaneously reduce fuel burn, noise, and emissions. Technologies will be matured from TRL 3 to 5/6 through integrated systems research. Risk management is challenging due to the technical nature of technology development projects and independent sub-projects. ERA's risk management process developed a contribution factor based on expert input to assess each technology's potential to meet ERA goals, which improves identification of risks to project success compared to traditional approaches.
This document discusses using earned value management techniques for software projects. It outlines some current challenges with applying earned value to software, including excessive use of level of effort tasks and not properly accounting for rework. It emphasizes that earned value measures need to directly relate to implementing requirements. The document also discusses breaking work into phases and using a work breakdown structure that properly captures the software effort.
The document introduces the Project Management Toolkit (PPME Toolkit) developed by NASA's Glenn Research Center (GRC) to provide a standardized set of project planning and execution tools. The PPME Toolkit aims to facilitate life cycle project management from proposal development through project control and reporting. It was developed using a rapid prototyping approach and has been piloted with five GRC space flight projects. Version 1 of the Toolkit will be deployed across GRC's space flight portfolio in 2011, and Version 2 will include additional capabilities and an enterprise server solution to enable true portfolio management.
This document provides a summary of David Penwell's qualifications including his education, certifications, training, security clearance, publications, and experience. He has a B.S. in Physics from Kansas State University, an M.S. in Physics from University of Missouri Kansas City, and an M.B.A. from University of Iowa. He has over 15 years of experience in systems engineering, program management, and science and technology management for the Department of the Navy and Department of the Army.
This document discusses managing integrated project work across geographically dispersed NASA teams. It provides a case study of the Orion project, which involved collaboration between 10 NASA centers. Key challenges of geographic dispersion include different organizational cultures, time zones, and the need to be part of a larger distributed team. Suggested paths for success include frequent communication, building trust, establishing common goals and processes, and travel to facilitate in-person interactions. Geographic dispersion will continue as NASA relies more on distributed teams, but success requires focus on open communication and shared objectives.
The document summarizes the MDG F 1656 Joint Programme which aimed to strengthen the Philippines' institutional capacity to adapt to climate change. The 3-year programme involved 9 GOP and 6 UN partners and had 3 main outcomes: 1) mainstreaming climate risk reduction into development plans, 2) enhancing national and local adaptation capacities, and 3) improving coping mechanisms through pilot projects. It provided an overview of the programme's goals, outcomes, outputs, and management structure.
The document provides an overview of the requirements and processes needed to successfully pass Preliminary Design Review (PDR) and Key Decision Point C (KDP C) under NASA Procedural Requirements 7120.5D. It first discusses categorizing a project based on cost and complexity to determine the appropriate decision authority and governing documents. It then outlines the phases of formulation and implementation in the project lifecycle and the major reviews and decision gates including PDR, which provides approval to proceed to implementation phases. Examples from the Juno project are given to demonstrate how to address the requirements to have a successful PDR while still accomplishing the primary work.
This document discusses integrating technical risk management with decision analysis. It notes that NASA currently manages risks individually without considering overall risk. The document proposes using decision analysis and probabilistic risk assessment to evaluate alternatives based on performance measures related to objectives like safety, cost and schedule. This would allow uncertainty to be considered and provide a more rigorous approach to risk-informed decision making.
The document discusses a presentation given at the NASA PM Challenge 2011 conference on scheduling challenges and opportunities at NASA. The presentation covered establishing a NASA Planning & Scheduling Community of Practice to share best practices, scheduling tools and resources available from NASA, hot topics in NASA project scheduling, and how to continuously improve NASA's approach to scheduling. The goal is to have an open dialogue on how to strengthen NASA's scheduling processes.
The document discusses the role of Designated National Authorities (DNAs) in promoting the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM). It defines promoting the CDM as encouraging its popularity, development, and existence. DNAs can promote the CDM by increasing awareness, improving the CDM process, building capacity, and decreasing costs and time required. Specifically, DNAs can identify target groups, disseminate information, provide consultation and advice, and share their experiences. The document also provides an overview of Mongolia's experience with CDM, including establishing its DNA, approved CDM projects, and barriers to implementation that have decreased over time. It concludes that DNAs can play an important role in promoting CDM through awareness raising,
The document discusses integrated testing plans for the Constellation program at KSC. It describes plans to conduct Multi-Element Integrated Tests (MEITs) to test interactions between Constellation flight elements launched on different vehicles before they are integrated in space. MEITs found significant problems in previous programs that could have impacted safety and mission objectives. The tests are intended to reduce risks by identifying issues early.
Eric Kenyon has over 20 years of experience leading project teams in the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps as a Project Management Professional. He currently manages the Brigade Combat Team Modernization Program as the Operations Manager. Previously he held roles as the Risk Manager, Engineering Change Manager, and Program Control Manager on the Future Combat Systems program. He has a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and is a Project Management Professional.
KDP C is an important decision point for NASA projects where the agency decides whether to proceed to implementation and commits to a project's cost and schedule estimates. This panel discusses updated NASA processes to help ensure projects are on track for technical success within budget and schedule by KDP C. These include developing an integrated baseline, independent reviews, and documenting approvals and commitments in a decision memorandum to formalize support and establish external commitments. The integration of baseline development, independent checks, approval to proceed, and commitments is meant to help projects successfully complete implementation.
The document discusses NASA's status on the GAO's high-risk list for acquisition management and the initiatives NASA is taking to address this issue. It outlines NASA's definition of success, including maintaining cost and schedule performance for projects. It also discusses the impact on project management, such as defining supporting measures, implementing reporting processes, and increasing management oversight to monitor performance against the goals.
The document discusses integrating technical performance measures with earned value management. It argues that EVM data is only reliable if technical performance is objectively assessed using the right measures of progress. Standards like CMMI and IEEE 1220 provide guidance on using requirements, product metrics, and success criteria to evaluate technical progress. The document provides examples of how to calculate earned value by linking it to completion of drawings and meeting technical performance targets for weight and diameter. It recommends acquisition best practices like requiring technical performance measurement in proposals and verifying integration at contract award and reviews.
This document provides an overview of government contract quality assurance for NASA projects. It discusses establishing requirements and assuring compliance, as well as risk categorization and the scope of quality assurance based on risk level. For high-risk acquisitions, it describes elements of a Project Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan including document review, product assurance, quality system evaluation, and more. It also covers topics like mandatory inspection points, third party certification, and templates for letters of delegation. The overall purpose is to ensure NASA missions and personnel safety by mitigating risks associated with noncompliance to requirements.
The document provides an implementation strategy for Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs) according to NASA requirements. It outlines IBR goals, assumptions, and a strategy that stages reviews throughout project phases from pre-Phase A to Phase D. The strategy emphasizes evolving review focus from process to content as the project matures. Reviews are scaled based on risk level and include roles and requirements for each project phase.
The document outlines an architecture for a cost analytics process that includes capturing cost data in a database from various project phases and cost types, iterating the data through multiple estimation events, and using the stored data and associated schedule information to perform cost analytics and reporting across the project lifecycle. It details the types of fundamental cost and schedule data to be collected, how the data will be iterated through estimation events, and tools that can be used to analyze and report on the stored cost data.
This document discusses the JPL Media Search Project, a multimedia search tool developed by JPL and Owl Insight LLC to index and search audio/video files. It can perform semantic searches to find relevant content without knowing exact search terms. The tool was piloted on a set of 1700 files. Plans are described to scale the system and apply it to larger collections like the NASA Engineering Network repository containing over 1 million files. The goal is to help NASA effectively capture and retrieve engineering best practices and expertise contained in multimedia files.
The document discusses the Ares I-X test flight conducted by NASA in October 2009. It provides background on the objectives and significance of the flight test. It highlights that healthy tension between the flight test's Mission Management Office and Technical Authorities was important to the flight test's success. It then discusses NASA's governance model and how technical authority is implemented. Specifically, it notes the Chief Engineer and Chief of Safety and Mission Assurance represented their communities and helped achieve an appropriate balance between constraints and risk. Information flow between groups was a key factor for the multi-center team's cooperation and success.
The document provides an overview of the Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) Project from a project management perspective. It discusses the GPM mission objectives of improving understanding of the global water cycle and precipitation forecasts. It describes the GPM observatory and spacecraft, including instruments and ground assets. It also summarizes the project management approach, including the use of an integrated master schedule, earned value management, and joint confidence level analysis to manage schedule and costs.
Bridges connect separated areas by spanning physical obstacles like rivers, mountains, and oceans. They are constructed structures that enable communication between two sectors. Bridges can be made of materials like wood, concrete, steel, or a combination, and their design depends on their purpose and the landscape. Early bridges were made of trees or stones placed over rivers, but techniques improved over time using wood and reinforced materials like concrete and steel for longer and stronger bridges. Modern bridges come in types like arch, truss, cable-stayed, and Normandy Bridge is a notable example that connects waterways using prestressed concrete and steel towers.
The document introduces the Project Management Toolkit (PPME Toolkit) developed by NASA's Glenn Research Center (GRC) to provide a standardized set of project planning and execution tools. The PPME Toolkit aims to facilitate life cycle project management from proposal development through project control and reporting. It was developed using a rapid prototyping approach and has been piloted with five GRC space flight projects. Version 1 of the Toolkit will be deployed across GRC's space flight portfolio in 2011, and Version 2 will include additional capabilities and an enterprise server solution to enable true portfolio management.
This document provides a summary of David Penwell's qualifications including his education, certifications, training, security clearance, publications, and experience. He has a B.S. in Physics from Kansas State University, an M.S. in Physics from University of Missouri Kansas City, and an M.B.A. from University of Iowa. He has over 15 years of experience in systems engineering, program management, and science and technology management for the Department of the Navy and Department of the Army.
This document discusses managing integrated project work across geographically dispersed NASA teams. It provides a case study of the Orion project, which involved collaboration between 10 NASA centers. Key challenges of geographic dispersion include different organizational cultures, time zones, and the need to be part of a larger distributed team. Suggested paths for success include frequent communication, building trust, establishing common goals and processes, and travel to facilitate in-person interactions. Geographic dispersion will continue as NASA relies more on distributed teams, but success requires focus on open communication and shared objectives.
The document summarizes the MDG F 1656 Joint Programme which aimed to strengthen the Philippines' institutional capacity to adapt to climate change. The 3-year programme involved 9 GOP and 6 UN partners and had 3 main outcomes: 1) mainstreaming climate risk reduction into development plans, 2) enhancing national and local adaptation capacities, and 3) improving coping mechanisms through pilot projects. It provided an overview of the programme's goals, outcomes, outputs, and management structure.
The document provides an overview of the requirements and processes needed to successfully pass Preliminary Design Review (PDR) and Key Decision Point C (KDP C) under NASA Procedural Requirements 7120.5D. It first discusses categorizing a project based on cost and complexity to determine the appropriate decision authority and governing documents. It then outlines the phases of formulation and implementation in the project lifecycle and the major reviews and decision gates including PDR, which provides approval to proceed to implementation phases. Examples from the Juno project are given to demonstrate how to address the requirements to have a successful PDR while still accomplishing the primary work.
This document discusses integrating technical risk management with decision analysis. It notes that NASA currently manages risks individually without considering overall risk. The document proposes using decision analysis and probabilistic risk assessment to evaluate alternatives based on performance measures related to objectives like safety, cost and schedule. This would allow uncertainty to be considered and provide a more rigorous approach to risk-informed decision making.
The document discusses a presentation given at the NASA PM Challenge 2011 conference on scheduling challenges and opportunities at NASA. The presentation covered establishing a NASA Planning & Scheduling Community of Practice to share best practices, scheduling tools and resources available from NASA, hot topics in NASA project scheduling, and how to continuously improve NASA's approach to scheduling. The goal is to have an open dialogue on how to strengthen NASA's scheduling processes.
The document discusses the role of Designated National Authorities (DNAs) in promoting the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM). It defines promoting the CDM as encouraging its popularity, development, and existence. DNAs can promote the CDM by increasing awareness, improving the CDM process, building capacity, and decreasing costs and time required. Specifically, DNAs can identify target groups, disseminate information, provide consultation and advice, and share their experiences. The document also provides an overview of Mongolia's experience with CDM, including establishing its DNA, approved CDM projects, and barriers to implementation that have decreased over time. It concludes that DNAs can play an important role in promoting CDM through awareness raising,
The document discusses integrated testing plans for the Constellation program at KSC. It describes plans to conduct Multi-Element Integrated Tests (MEITs) to test interactions between Constellation flight elements launched on different vehicles before they are integrated in space. MEITs found significant problems in previous programs that could have impacted safety and mission objectives. The tests are intended to reduce risks by identifying issues early.
Eric Kenyon has over 20 years of experience leading project teams in the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps as a Project Management Professional. He currently manages the Brigade Combat Team Modernization Program as the Operations Manager. Previously he held roles as the Risk Manager, Engineering Change Manager, and Program Control Manager on the Future Combat Systems program. He has a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and is a Project Management Professional.
KDP C is an important decision point for NASA projects where the agency decides whether to proceed to implementation and commits to a project's cost and schedule estimates. This panel discusses updated NASA processes to help ensure projects are on track for technical success within budget and schedule by KDP C. These include developing an integrated baseline, independent reviews, and documenting approvals and commitments in a decision memorandum to formalize support and establish external commitments. The integration of baseline development, independent checks, approval to proceed, and commitments is meant to help projects successfully complete implementation.
The document discusses NASA's status on the GAO's high-risk list for acquisition management and the initiatives NASA is taking to address this issue. It outlines NASA's definition of success, including maintaining cost and schedule performance for projects. It also discusses the impact on project management, such as defining supporting measures, implementing reporting processes, and increasing management oversight to monitor performance against the goals.
The document discusses integrating technical performance measures with earned value management. It argues that EVM data is only reliable if technical performance is objectively assessed using the right measures of progress. Standards like CMMI and IEEE 1220 provide guidance on using requirements, product metrics, and success criteria to evaluate technical progress. The document provides examples of how to calculate earned value by linking it to completion of drawings and meeting technical performance targets for weight and diameter. It recommends acquisition best practices like requiring technical performance measurement in proposals and verifying integration at contract award and reviews.
This document provides an overview of government contract quality assurance for NASA projects. It discusses establishing requirements and assuring compliance, as well as risk categorization and the scope of quality assurance based on risk level. For high-risk acquisitions, it describes elements of a Project Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan including document review, product assurance, quality system evaluation, and more. It also covers topics like mandatory inspection points, third party certification, and templates for letters of delegation. The overall purpose is to ensure NASA missions and personnel safety by mitigating risks associated with noncompliance to requirements.
The document provides an implementation strategy for Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs) according to NASA requirements. It outlines IBR goals, assumptions, and a strategy that stages reviews throughout project phases from pre-Phase A to Phase D. The strategy emphasizes evolving review focus from process to content as the project matures. Reviews are scaled based on risk level and include roles and requirements for each project phase.
The document outlines an architecture for a cost analytics process that includes capturing cost data in a database from various project phases and cost types, iterating the data through multiple estimation events, and using the stored data and associated schedule information to perform cost analytics and reporting across the project lifecycle. It details the types of fundamental cost and schedule data to be collected, how the data will be iterated through estimation events, and tools that can be used to analyze and report on the stored cost data.
This document discusses the JPL Media Search Project, a multimedia search tool developed by JPL and Owl Insight LLC to index and search audio/video files. It can perform semantic searches to find relevant content without knowing exact search terms. The tool was piloted on a set of 1700 files. Plans are described to scale the system and apply it to larger collections like the NASA Engineering Network repository containing over 1 million files. The goal is to help NASA effectively capture and retrieve engineering best practices and expertise contained in multimedia files.
The document discusses the Ares I-X test flight conducted by NASA in October 2009. It provides background on the objectives and significance of the flight test. It highlights that healthy tension between the flight test's Mission Management Office and Technical Authorities was important to the flight test's success. It then discusses NASA's governance model and how technical authority is implemented. Specifically, it notes the Chief Engineer and Chief of Safety and Mission Assurance represented their communities and helped achieve an appropriate balance between constraints and risk. Information flow between groups was a key factor for the multi-center team's cooperation and success.
The document provides an overview of the Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) Project from a project management perspective. It discusses the GPM mission objectives of improving understanding of the global water cycle and precipitation forecasts. It describes the GPM observatory and spacecraft, including instruments and ground assets. It also summarizes the project management approach, including the use of an integrated master schedule, earned value management, and joint confidence level analysis to manage schedule and costs.
Bridges connect separated areas by spanning physical obstacles like rivers, mountains, and oceans. They are constructed structures that enable communication between two sectors. Bridges can be made of materials like wood, concrete, steel, or a combination, and their design depends on their purpose and the landscape. Early bridges were made of trees or stones placed over rivers, but techniques improved over time using wood and reinforced materials like concrete and steel for longer and stronger bridges. Modern bridges come in types like arch, truss, cable-stayed, and Normandy Bridge is a notable example that connects waterways using prestressed concrete and steel towers.
This document describes a communal house located in the Lebrum neighborhood. It provides basic information about the property such as its location and author. The summary is intentionally vague as more context and details are needed from the original document to generate a more comprehensive summary.
This document discusses the importance of organic search engine optimization (SEO) and how to set up an effective SEO program. It notes that organic traffic makes up the majority of website visits and outlines the benefits of a quality SEO program such as increased traffic, revenue, and search engine rankings. The document also addresses how the SEO landscape is constantly changing with new algorithm updates from Google and the need to adapt strategies accordingly. It provides recommendations for getting started with SEO, including involving various teams across the organization and tracking the right metrics to measure success.
This case study describes the implementation of an English language training program for air traffic controllers (ATCOs) and pilots in Latin America. An initial evaluation in 1995 found that most ATCOs had basic or intermediate English skills. A long-term training plan was developed and carried out from 1995-2000, bringing all ATCOs to at least an intermediate skill level. Periodic evaluations and an emphasis on operational support and needs helped achieve training goals. A Test of English for Aviation (TOEFA) was also developed to evaluate skills according to ICAO standards. The program showed that considerable time and planning is needed to successfully implement language training for aviation personnel.
This document summarizes a study of CEO succession events among the largest 100 U.S. corporations between 2005-2015. The study analyzed executives who were passed over for the CEO role ("succession losers") and their subsequent careers. It found that 74% of passed over executives left their companies, with 30% eventually becoming CEOs elsewhere. However, companies led by succession losers saw average stock price declines of 13% over 3 years, compared to gains for companies whose CEO selections remained unchanged. The findings suggest that boards generally identify the most qualified CEO candidates, though differences between internal and external hires complicate comparisons.
This document provides an overview of the construction quality assurance program for Southern Company Generation Engineering and Construction Services (SCG E&CS) Construction Services. The three main points are:
1) The program outlines overall responsibilities, areas to be covered, and criteria for when the program will be invoked on construction jobs.
2) Implementation of the program generally follows six steps including reviewing checklists, generating implementation plans, developing specific components, and conducting periodic reviews.
3) The program is intended to meet the requirements of SCG E&CS' Basic Quality Policy and Chapter XII Contract Guidance Manual regarding construction quality assurance. It provides procedures for document control, inspections, nonconformances, and other quality
This document discusses corporate social responsibility (CSR) and success profiles. It notes that CSR will be a key part of success profiles going forward. Specific CSR initiatives discussed include reducing environmental impact and supporting local communities. Metrics and key performance indicators will be needed to measure CSR performance.
The Significance of IFPUG in Effort Estimation Base Functionality TypesLuigi Buglione
This document discusses an empirical study on the significance of IFPUG base functionality types in effort estimation. It summarizes the goals of presenting how using different base functionality types can help improve effort estimation compared to using a single type. It then outlines the methodology, which involved collecting data from the ISBSG repository, preparing the data by applying filters, and performing statistical analysis and linear regression on four data subsets to analyze the impact of using multiple base functionality types versus a single type on the correlation between size and effort. The results showed that using multiple base functionality types improved the R-squared value and model fit compared to using a single type alone.
systems based on
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subsystems + TRL
The document discusses technology readiness assessments and how to mitigate risks from immature technologies. It explains that assessments evaluate a technology's maturity level and what is required to advance it for a project. Assessments should be done early and repeated to develop technology plans and evaluate readiness for design reviews. The process involves assigning technology readiness levels to components, subsystems and systems based on the lowest maturity and integration challenges.
The document provides guidance for applicants to the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) on developing successful applications. It outlines key changes to the Round 2 application, factors for a strong project purpose, benefits, viability and budget. Applicants should demonstrate a clear problem, benefits linked to the solution, and feasibility of their solution. They should also show long-term sustainability, reasonable budgets, and community involvement. The document provides best practices and success factors for different project types including infrastructure, public computer centers, and adoption projects.
Rims forum 2013 Business Process Improvement - Adam Bevins DownerINGENIUMrims
As Asset Managers we use Road Information Management Systems to turn data into information, knowledge and hopefully wisdom, to improve the assets we work on, during which we capture the learnings, continually improve and refine our approach to evidential data-driven decision making. The next step is then applying the same thinking and approach to the decision making process itself, the business process. Understanding business processes are critical for larger organisations to leverage ideas across an enterprise and have a structured approach for process improvement, connecting decisions makers with asset managers so they understand the value proposition that asset management provides. Business process management is about moving our industry from a craftsman individual learning experience and adopting modern learning, sharing and improvement approaches for organisational learning.
The CQA (Construction Quality Assurance) program oversees construction quality through three phases:
1) Preconstruction and fabrication to identify errors and ensure correct fabrication, 2) Construction to review drawings and completed work, recording any issues. 3) Commissioning to minimize issues found and resolve them quickly. The CQA program establishes staffing needs, contractor expectations, and tools to record and track issues, generating metrics for management review. When implemented properly, CQA keeps costs low by finding issues early and reducing schedule impacts.
This document is an assignment submission for a student named Sameh Kandil Mohammed Ibrahim. It discusses 5 key directions or factors for project success: 1) Building Information Modeling (BIM) to reduce errors and clashes, 2) Community involvement to address stakeholder needs, 3) Project management staff motivation through training and rewards, 4) Stakeholder liaison to understand requirements, and 5) Key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor performance. The submission analyzes each factor, discusses their effects on a past project (CPCT), and recommends their implementation on future projects.
This document provides details of a project plan for developing a new product at CQ Video Company. It includes a project background, assessment of critical path tasks, a memo to the director of product development outlining the project schedule and budget, an analysis of risks, approaches to reduce the budget and improve project management strategies, and recommendations to improve product quality. The total estimated budget for the project is $293,920 and it is expected to be completed by April 1st with 148-155 days needed to complete all milestones and tasks.
This curriculum vitae is for Ankit Singh. He has over 2 years of experience as a Senior Engineer for a solar energy company, where he performed feasibility studies, project reports, vendor selection, and commissioning of solar energy projects. Previously, he worked for 2 years as a Mechanical Engineer for a power generation company, where he performed quality control, inspection, and assisted with fabrication and erection activities. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and has knowledge of software like AutoCAD, MS Office, and experience with assembling and networking computers. His objective is to use his skills to help organizations achieve their goals.
Structural Audit and Selection of Contractor for Building by Using Analytical...IRJET Journal
This document discusses using the analytical hierarchy process (AHP) to select a contractor for building structural audits and repair work. AHP is presented as an alternative to selection methods that are criticized as insufficient and biased. The document outlines reasons for structural deterioration like poor design, construction practices, and lack of maintenance. It then provides criteria for contractor selection like experience, resources, quality controls, and financial stability. Weights are assigned to different criteria and AHP is proposed to help clients identify contractors most likely to deliver good results for repair projects. The literature review discusses previous studies on structural maintenance, repair works, and using AHP for construction projects.
This project completion report summarizes the "Project for Optical Fiber Techniques in
Telecommunications Engineering" conducted by Bhutan Telecom and supported by the Japanese
government. The key activities included developing technical manuals, an operations and maintenance
system, and conducting experimental fiber optic network installations in two areas of Bhutan. Japanese
experts provided guidance and training to Bhutanese counterparts, who gained experience in fiber design,
construction, and maintenance. The project aimed to strengthen Bhutan Telecom's engineering capacity for
fiber optic networks and help expand broadband access across Bhutan.
This document provides a project completion report for an optical fiber network project in Bhutan between Bhutan Telecom and Japanese partners from 2014 to 2017. The project aimed to strengthen Bhutan Telecom's engineering capabilities for optical fiber networks to enhance e-government services nationwide. Key activities included providing training to Bhutan Telecom staff on planning, designing, and implementing fiber networks. The project helped expand Bhutan's telecom infrastructure and positioned the country to meet growing demand for broadband and fiber connectivity, supporting Bhutan's overall goal of developing a unified ICT network through strengthened technical capacity at Bhutan Telecom.
Article in Defense ARJ on DARPA's Command Post of the Future and its successful transition to the Army. 1/1/10
Source: http://www.darpa.mil/Docs/Greene53.pdf
Aerospace Solutions, LLC is an engineering and technical support services company founded in 2004 and located in Phoenix, Arizona. It provides services including technical publications, reliability and safety analysis, program management, supply chain management, and project engineering for aerospace and defense clients. Key services listed include engineering documentation, graphics, training materials, logistics support, configuration management, and certification assistance.
Project Management Discipline - Brown Bag CXB V03 Jun 2009 SANcj_barbosa
Brown bag session (aka lunch and learning) to show the need for a disciplined approach to project management and to encourage other colleagues to continue a series of presentations on this theme.
IRJET - Fuzzy Logic Approach in Construction Delay AnalysisIRJET Journal
This document discusses the application of fuzzy logic to analyze delays in construction projects. It presents a case study of a housing project in Kochi, Kerala, India. Fuzzy logic was used to quantify the probability of scheduled delays. Based on expert interviews, fuzzy rules were created to assess various delay factors. These included labor, project, consultant, contractor, and external related factors. The factors were applied to the case study project using MATLAB fuzzy logic toolbox. This resulted in a scheduled delay probability of 32.9% compared to the actual schedule. The document concludes fuzzy logic can help construction parties predict delay risks and improve project time management.
The document describes an Electronic Network Environment (ENE) application that facilitates integrated cost management on projects. The ENE allows:
1) Electronic transmission of Contract Performance Reports (CPRs) from contractors to project managers.
2) Population of Cost Analysis Data Requirement (CADRe) parts via "docking and collaboration pages".
3) Sharing of cost data between CPRs and CADRes.
4) Building a historical database of project CPRs and CADRes for analysis.
BCM Institute MTE Dr Goh Moh Heng - Threats and Trends in Business Continuity...BCM Institute
BCM Institute MTE Series: http://www.worldcontinuitycongress.com/wcc08/mte.html
Dr Goh Moh Heng, President of BCM Institute, presents Threats and Trends in Business Continuity Management during a Meet-The-Experts seminar organised by BCM Institute which aims to Bridge Economic Defence and Civil Defence.
Best 20 SEO Techniques To Improve Website Visibility In SERPPixlogix Infotech
Boost your website's visibility with proven SEO techniques! Our latest blog dives into essential strategies to enhance your online presence, increase traffic, and rank higher on search engines. From keyword optimization to quality content creation, learn how to make your site stand out in the crowded digital landscape. Discover actionable tips and expert insights to elevate your SEO game.
Unlock the Future of Search with MongoDB Atlas_ Vector Search Unleashed.pdfMalak Abu Hammad
Discover how MongoDB Atlas and vector search technology can revolutionize your application's search capabilities. This comprehensive presentation covers:
* What is Vector Search?
* Importance and benefits of vector search
* Practical use cases across various industries
* Step-by-step implementation guide
* Live demos with code snippets
* Enhancing LLM capabilities with vector search
* Best practices and optimization strategies
Perfect for developers, AI enthusiasts, and tech leaders. Learn how to leverage MongoDB Atlas to deliver highly relevant, context-aware search results, transforming your data retrieval process. Stay ahead in tech innovation and maximize the potential of your applications.
#MongoDB #VectorSearch #AI #SemanticSearch #TechInnovation #DataScience #LLM #MachineLearning #SearchTechnology
Building Production Ready Search Pipelines with Spark and MilvusZilliz
Spark is the widely used ETL tool for processing, indexing and ingesting data to serving stack for search. Milvus is the production-ready open-source vector database. In this talk we will show how to use Spark to process unstructured data to extract vector representations, and push the vectors to Milvus vector database for search serving.
GraphSummit Singapore | The Future of Agility: Supercharging Digital Transfor...Neo4j
Leonard Jayamohan, Partner & Generative AI Lead, Deloitte
This keynote will reveal how Deloitte leverages Neo4j’s graph power for groundbreaking digital twin solutions, achieving a staggering 100x performance boost. Discover the essential role knowledge graphs play in successful generative AI implementations. Plus, get an exclusive look at an innovative Neo4j + Generative AI solution Deloitte is developing in-house.
In his public lecture, Christian Timmerer provides insights into the fascinating history of video streaming, starting from its humble beginnings before YouTube to the groundbreaking technologies that now dominate platforms like Netflix and ORF ON. Timmerer also presents provocative contributions of his own that have significantly influenced the industry. He concludes by looking at future challenges and invites the audience to join in a discussion.
Goodbye Windows 11: Make Way for Nitrux Linux 3.5.0!SOFTTECHHUB
As the digital landscape continually evolves, operating systems play a critical role in shaping user experiences and productivity. The launch of Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 marks a significant milestone, offering a robust alternative to traditional systems such as Windows 11. This article delves into the essence of Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, exploring its unique features, advantages, and how it stands as a compelling choice for both casual users and tech enthusiasts.
TrustArc Webinar - 2024 Global Privacy SurveyTrustArc
How does your privacy program stack up against your peers? What challenges are privacy teams tackling and prioritizing in 2024?
In the fifth annual Global Privacy Benchmarks Survey, we asked over 1,800 global privacy professionals and business executives to share their perspectives on the current state of privacy inside and outside of their organizations. This year’s report focused on emerging areas of importance for privacy and compliance professionals, including considerations and implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, building brand trust, and different approaches for achieving higher privacy competence scores.
See how organizational priorities and strategic approaches to data security and privacy are evolving around the globe.
This webinar will review:
- The top 10 privacy insights from the fifth annual Global Privacy Benchmarks Survey
- The top challenges for privacy leaders, practitioners, and organizations in 2024
- Key themes to consider in developing and maintaining your privacy program
HCL Notes und Domino Lizenzkostenreduzierung in der Welt von DLAUpanagenda
Webinar Recording: https://www.panagenda.com/webinars/hcl-notes-und-domino-lizenzkostenreduzierung-in-der-welt-von-dlau/
DLAU und die Lizenzen nach dem CCB- und CCX-Modell sind für viele in der HCL-Community seit letztem Jahr ein heißes Thema. Als Notes- oder Domino-Kunde haben Sie vielleicht mit unerwartet hohen Benutzerzahlen und Lizenzgebühren zu kämpfen. Sie fragen sich vielleicht, wie diese neue Art der Lizenzierung funktioniert und welchen Nutzen sie Ihnen bringt. Vor allem wollen Sie sicherlich Ihr Budget einhalten und Kosten sparen, wo immer möglich. Das verstehen wir und wir möchten Ihnen dabei helfen!
Wir erklären Ihnen, wie Sie häufige Konfigurationsprobleme lösen können, die dazu führen können, dass mehr Benutzer gezählt werden als nötig, und wie Sie überflüssige oder ungenutzte Konten identifizieren und entfernen können, um Geld zu sparen. Es gibt auch einige Ansätze, die zu unnötigen Ausgaben führen können, z. B. wenn ein Personendokument anstelle eines Mail-Ins für geteilte Mailboxen verwendet wird. Wir zeigen Ihnen solche Fälle und deren Lösungen. Und natürlich erklären wir Ihnen das neue Lizenzmodell.
Nehmen Sie an diesem Webinar teil, bei dem HCL-Ambassador Marc Thomas und Gastredner Franz Walder Ihnen diese neue Welt näherbringen. Es vermittelt Ihnen die Tools und das Know-how, um den Überblick zu bewahren. Sie werden in der Lage sein, Ihre Kosten durch eine optimierte Domino-Konfiguration zu reduzieren und auch in Zukunft gering zu halten.
Diese Themen werden behandelt
- Reduzierung der Lizenzkosten durch Auffinden und Beheben von Fehlkonfigurationen und überflüssigen Konten
- Wie funktionieren CCB- und CCX-Lizenzen wirklich?
- Verstehen des DLAU-Tools und wie man es am besten nutzt
- Tipps für häufige Problembereiche, wie z. B. Team-Postfächer, Funktions-/Testbenutzer usw.
- Praxisbeispiele und Best Practices zum sofortigen Umsetzen
Threats to mobile devices are more prevalent and increasing in scope and complexity. Users of mobile devices desire to take full advantage of the features
available on those devices, but many of the features provide convenience and capability but sacrifice security. This best practices guide outlines steps the users can take to better protect personal devices and information.
Full-RAG: A modern architecture for hyper-personalizationZilliz
Mike Del Balso, CEO & Co-Founder at Tecton, presents "Full RAG," a novel approach to AI recommendation systems, aiming to push beyond the limitations of traditional models through a deep integration of contextual insights and real-time data, leveraging the Retrieval-Augmented Generation architecture. This talk will outline Full RAG's potential to significantly enhance personalization, address engineering challenges such as data management and model training, and introduce data enrichment with reranking as a key solution. Attendees will gain crucial insights into the importance of hyperpersonalization in AI, the capabilities of Full RAG for advanced personalization, and strategies for managing complex data integrations for deploying cutting-edge AI solutions.
Pushing the limits of ePRTC: 100ns holdover for 100 daysAdtran
At WSTS 2024, Alon Stern explored the topic of parametric holdover and explained how recent research findings can be implemented in real-world PNT networks to achieve 100 nanoseconds of accuracy for up to 100 days.
Let's Integrate MuleSoft RPA, COMPOSER, APM with AWS IDP along with Slackshyamraj55
Discover the seamless integration of RPA (Robotic Process Automation), COMPOSER, and APM with AWS IDP enhanced with Slack notifications. Explore how these technologies converge to streamline workflows, optimize performance, and ensure secure access, all while leveraging the power of AWS IDP and real-time communication via Slack notifications.
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 5DianaGray10
Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 5. In this session, we will cover CI/CD with devops.
Topics covered:
CI/CD with in UiPath
End-to-end overview of CI/CD pipeline with Azure devops
Speaker:
Lyndsey Byblow, Test Suite Sales Engineer @ UiPath, Inc.