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In Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects, we proudly showcase thick risk registers—hundreds of rows, color-coded heat maps, probability charts, and detailed mitigation actions. It looks impressive. It feels reassuring. But when the first real shock wave hits—design revisions, vendor failure, political delays, or a scope explosion—projects still bleed millions. Margins vanish, schedules slip, and…

Ever feel like you’re juggling tasks that aren’t even yours? In functional organizations, project managers often fall into the “monkey management” trap—taking on other people’s work and slowing down the whole project. 🐒 Here’s how to keep every monkey with its rightful owner and lead your team without burning out. What Is Monkey Management?Monkey management…

If you’ve ever worked in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects, you know that the word “claim” can instantly set off alarm bells. It often conjures images of conflicts, disputes, and strained client relationships—a topic many prefer to avoid. But today, let’s flip that script and explore why claims shouldn’t be the elephant in the room. Instead, they’re…

Ever noticed those project directors who remain strangely calm when deadlines slip, budgets tighten, or chaos brews around them? While the rest of us panic, they stay steady. Cool. Unflustered. How do they do it? Spoiler alert: it’s not wizardry—it’s something far more valuable: anticipation and forecasting. In this post, we’re diving into what makes top…

Hey there, and welcome back to the blog! If you’ve ever been part of a sales team or worked alongside project delivery teams, you may have noticed something intriguing: the real magic of sales success often happens after the deal is signed. This week, we’re exploring why sales is a continuous process, not a one-time event, and how embracing this mindset during…

Clean Gantt charts. Confident meetings. Smooth delivery. From the outside, it all looks like a perfectly choreographed performance. But behind the scenes? Very different story. Every profession has its challenges—but project management is uniquely demanding. The success (or failure) of a project often sits squarely on the PM’s shoulders. It’s a role where you’re not…

In EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects, the difference between good and great directors comes down to one critical skill: making fast, confident decisions under pressure. The best EPC Directors consistently demonstrate these capabilities: The Fundamental Principle of Effective Decision-Making At its core, the guiding principle is elegantly simple: “A good decision executed quickly delivers more…

Too often, we think of safety as a set of rules to follow — checklists, compliance forms, and procedures. But true safety goes beyond policies. It’s about attitude, awareness, and accountability. It’s about creating a culture where safety is not just a requirement but a shared value that everyone embraces wholeheartedly. When we take ownership…

Modern EPC projects demand a dynamic, responsive approach. The best project teams understand that plans are guides, not guarantees. Agility allows teams to pivot, respond, and even leverage unexpected changes as opportunities. Here’s how top-performing EPC teams embrace agility: 1. Reforecast on the Fly Instead of clinging to a static project plan, agile EPC teams continuously update schedules…

In EPC and large-scale project bidding, tenders don’t get lost because of price, capability, or certifications. Most tenders are lost because teams didn’t read the document properly—or didn’t understand what they read. It sounds simple, but it’s a critical truth. 🔍 Tendering is not a writing exercise. It’s a deep-reading and accurate interpretation exercise. Your ability to analyze, understand, and interpret…