INEIGHT PROJECT CONTROLS
BEYOND BASICS: 3 ADVANCED PROJECT CONTROLS PRACTICES
MAKE YOUR DATA WORK HARDER FOR YOU WITH REAL-TIME INSIGHTS
Used correctly, data offers you more than information. It’s the key to better decisions, proactive problem-solving, and driving project success. Yet, too often, data is left underutilized, trapped in static spreadsheets or siloed systems, preventing teams not just from gaining the full picture of their projects, but from gaining strategic insights. Project controls teams that move beyond basic operations:
- Gain granular visibility for proactive decision-making — Continuously monitor project budgeting, execution, and forecasting to identify "at-risk" items early. Address potential delays or cost overruns before they escalate by using detailed performance insights.
- Incorporate lessons learned to drive continuous improvement — Analyze real-time data to uncover what's working well and where challenges are emerging. Apply insights from completed projects to optimize future initiatives and improve outcomes.
- Foster transparency across the entire project lifecycle — Utilize flexible data integration tools to go beyond traditional spreadsheet limitations. Drill down into data at various levels, from high-level summaries to specific cost and component details.
- Ensure seamless alignment between data structures and project schedules — Connect detailed project data to the contract statement of billing (SOB) for a unified system. Maintain accuracy and consistency with shared percent-complete tracking, trend analysis, and performance reporting.
“The increased sharing of information helps us work dynamically and efficiently. My inspector can work from a tablet to verify the quantities claimed by the contractor, verify the percentage completion, and share that information against the schedule of values and activities. When we consolidate that information at the end of the month, there’s no debate.”
-Aidhean Camson, VP, Global Program Controls AECOM
STAY ON TRACK WITH REAL-TIME INSIGHTS
An integrated project controls solution from InEight helps you make smarter decisions faster by seamlessly providing insights to guide decision making. Insights cover:
- Cost monitoring — Prevent budget overruns with precise spending insights.
- Schedule adherence — Monitor milestones to ensure projects stay on track.
- Workforce productivity — Identify and resolve bottlenecks to optimize labor.
- Safety metrics — Track incidents to maintain a safe, compliant work environment.
- Weather impacts — Adjust schedules to mitigate weather-related disruptions.
- Equipment utilization — Reduce downtime with proactive monitoring and maintenance.
- Regulatory compliance — Adapt seamlessly to evolving standards and requirements.
- Risk assessment — Identify and mitigate risks early to avoid escalation.