Organizational Strategies for Instantaneous Project Controls

The research identified nine strategies for successful implementation of instantaneous project controls. These strategies and practices should be implemented sequentially, since the right organizational behavior will support efficient project controls functions that can be leveraged through advanced information technologies. The nine strategies define the Maturity Matrix as shown in the diagram below. (RS316-1, p. 11)

RT-316 identified the main barriers that organizations must address to migrate to instantaneous or prioritized project controls. The top five barriers perceived by industry experts: (RS316-1, p. 14)

• Lack of information integration
• Lack of data communication and exchange interfaces
• Delayed data acquisition/input
• Varied project characteristics and needs
• Lack of automated data analytics

Construction and Commissioning & Startup can benefit the most from instantaneous controls, and their impact on cost, schedule, and quality performances. (RS316-1, p. 10)

The research identifies two key principles driving what should be instantaneously controlled: information that has 1) large variability and 2) high impact. Five areas that should require instantaneous controls: (RS316-1, p. 7)