PMO

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Systems Over Stress: The Key to a High-Functioning PMO

Last time, we explored why PMOs struggle: fighting fires, chasing documentation, and constantly being reactive. But what if we flipped the script? What if we built a system where projects run smoothly, documentation is easy to find, and teams executive with clarity? Here’s How We’re Strengthening Our PMO: By implementing structured systems, we’re reducing project delays, […]

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Quality Management System

Engineering Process Improvement

In 2019, the PMO Team at Mesa began a pivotal role in implementing a rigorous Quality Management System at a large Midwest Utility and worked to develop various quality tools to manage and deliver high-quality projects. A few notable improvements developed include a Design Review Comment Form (DRCF), a Project Engineering Risk Log (PERL), and

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3-Way Communication

Two Voices, One Goal: How 3-Way Communication Drives Project Alignment

In project management, clear communication isn’t just a skill but a necessity. Miscommunication, assumptions, and unspoken expectations can disrupt even the best-planned projects. So, how do you ensure everyone is on the same page? The 3-way communication model, a simple yet game-changing process, guarantees clarity and alignment: This method removes ambiguity and ensures that every

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Greenfield Expansion Project

Project Engineering – Greenfield Expansion Project

Mesa’s PMO Team recently completed a greenfield expansion project in the Northeast with a large utility. This project involved intricate activities and had challenges, such as multiple planned High-Risk Evolution (HRE) outages that required proactive management strategies. The Mesa Team ensured sufficient resources were optimized on time and risk was appropriately managed by effective coordination

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The Journey of Data to Wisdom

In today’s digital age, data is everywhere. But how do we transform that raw data into actionable insights and wisdom? The answer lies in understanding the journey from data to wisdom. Join us for our two-part series exploring “The Journey of Data to Wisdom.” This week, we explore the journey itself. Next week, join us

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Know Your Role

Whose Job is it Anyway?

“That’s not my job. I did my part already; it’s up to them now.” How often have you heard statements like these on a project or even said them yourself? When it comes to project success, roles and responsibilities are the backbone of coordination, efficiency, and accountability. Clear ownership is the difference between a project

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