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Front End Planning - Participant Handbook

Publication No
EM213-21A
Type
Education Material
Publication Date
Dec 01, 2009
Research Team
RT-213
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Abstract
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Abstract
Capital project delivery is greatly affected by the quality of the front end planning effort. This process has become a key focus of many organizations in recent years. All projects have unique risks that must be addressed to ensure that the project is the correct venture for the sponsoring organization, that the important scope issues are set to form a good design basis, and that the execution approach is addressed to allow the project team to smoothly transition through the design process, construction and into effective startup and operations. An effective, structured front end planning process will therefore facilitate project success. Research conducted by the CII indicates that effective front end planning can set the stage for:
  • Better cost performance, including more predictable estimates and reduced project cost
  • Reduced project schedules
  • Fewer project changes
  • Better operational performance
  • A reduced chance of project disasters

CII has developed a process and several tools that, if employed can significantly improve risk the front end process on projects. This education module provides the venue for teaching the process, while at the same time giving an overview of the process.

Education modules are not available for download from the Internet.

This publication contains IR213-3, Front End Planning Process, Version 2.0.

Module Length: 8 hours
Filters & Tags
Knowledge Area
Business and Project Processes, Project Planning, Risk Management
Best Practice
Front End Planning
Project Phase
Feasibility, Concept, Detailed Scope
Project Function
Project Business Sponsor, Project Management, Architects & Engineering, Procurement & Contracts, Commissioning & Startup, Risk Management, External Stakeholders
Industry Group
Light Industrial, Heavy Industrial, Buildings, Infrastructure
Research Topic
Support for Pre-Project Planning
Keywords
Front End Planning, Alignment, Project Definition Rating Index, Project Life Cycle, Front End Planning Toolkit, Benchmarking and Metrics, Project Performance, Percent Design Complete, Pre-Project Planning, Front End Loading, PDRI, rt213

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