Project Management
Sustainable cost cuts in capital spending
A reduction program based on your company's unique nature can ensure that budget slashes implemented today will not jeopardize the ability to deliver projects tomorrow
Transforming refining best practices with 3D virtual models
The technology, from laser scanning to management of change, is mature, functional, cost-effective and proven
From dynamic 'mysterious' control to dynamic 'manageable' control
Instructional design strategies and delivery methods for bridging the DMC chasm
Laser-scanning technology improves plant quality, safety and training
Costs can be reduced due to 75% fewer field trips as well as 50% fewer fit-up welds and field changes
Project execution risk management for addressing constructability
Use construction knowledge, experience and efficiency in a structured and systematic way throughout the design and execution planning stages
Understanding basic project management
Practice the four basic elements to ensure a successful outcome
Beware the project management pitfalls of control and instrumentation revamps
Here are guidelines to improve the decision-making process
HP Construction: Consider an innovative method for olefin unit construction
New project management approach uses 'lessons learned' from earlier ethylene units to fast-track new steam cracker implementations
Operator training simulator: myths and misgivings
Ten special 'features' are analyzed to assess whether these add-ons provide real value or if informed users (and vendors) would be better off focusing on core values
Competency framework for refinery process engineers
A new method can be used to create a learning curriculum, provide career guidance and build a knowledge repository
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- RWE to invest €17 B in the U.S. to power data centers 3/13
- Petrobras' refineries operating at 97% of capacity 3/13
- ABB open to pursuing more than one multi-billion-dollar acquisition this year 3/13
- USW rejects bp's final offer to Whiting refinery (U.S.) workers 3/13
- Equinor has no spare oil and gas capacity, CEO says 3/13

