If our core competency is program and project management, then scheduling is our sweet spot.
For 25 years, we’ve helped organizations large and small—government and commercial—to choose,
install, and customize the scheduling tools that fit their needs.
Engaged by Atkins to implement Microsoft Project Server for a large program that involved four partner companies, geographically dispersed personnel, and tracking EVM metrics.
Developed detailed SDLC-compliant schedules for all projects operated by the PMO; updated weekly to track progress.
Developed and maintained a cross-component master schedule used to track the ACA healthcare exchanges implementation. Chaired the change control board for the IMS, generated reports, and conducted automated schedule health checks. Provided schedule training and oversight to all IMS contributors.
Developed customized Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) code to allow for application integration and report automation–in order to simplify the schedule data collection process, standardize the health and quality review process, and automate the change control, reporting, and dashboarding processes.
Designed automated dashboards, which ran biweekly, pulling schedule data along with risk/issues data from across 30 active projects. Automatically distributed the reports via email.
Assisted with scheduling for an $800M+ electrical systems upgrade for a major US Army installation. Worked with Oracle® Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project schedules to reconcile differences and validate task and milestone dates that informed decisions.
Beyond the tools and discipline of scheduling, we help change organizational cultures to embrace the value of scheduling done right.
Whether it’s a mammoth, highly integrated master schedule or a project-specific schedule, we have the expertise and passion to help align—and wow—your stakeholders, ensuring everyone meets their goals. Our team of program management enthusiasts builds and customizes tools like the following:
including an automated DCMA 14-Point Assessment, GAO-based assessment, and advanced schedule analytics
schedule tool add-in, allowing simultaneous reporting on both waterfall and Agile projects; assimilates data from Jira, Rally, Team Viewer, Excel, and more
utilizing Visual Basic (VBA) in Microsoft Project allowing teams to automate scheduling processes, including status updates and project schedule adjustments, by transposing information from different sources directly into the project.
using tools like PowerBI and Tableau to pull scheduling data from multiple sources to show key metrics important to project stakeholders and decision makers
After crafting the perfect project schedule, you don’t just sit back and let it go. For a successful project, you must monitor and adjust plans as necessary.
A healthy project schedule is critical to the overall success of any project, and the DCMA 14-Point Assessment provides health checks to ensure a successful project.
Earned Value (EV) isn’t as simple as baselining your costs. Hidden costs can trip up the best-laid plans, and understanding how to calculate ensures project success.
Sometimes the key to project success is simple – A Big Monster Piece of Paper. Edwards method provides a plan that allows a team to spread out and visually plan any project.
Have a need for scheduling tools, top-notch schedulers, or subject matter expertise? Looking to ensure your project or program is delivered on time, on budget, and in line with quality standards? Want insight into the market trends for scheduling? Contact us today for a free consultation!