Engineers and Consultants
Engineers and Consultants
If your team is constantly putting out fires instead of making progress, you may not have a people problem, you may have a systems problem. Join us in our two-part series as we first explore the essence of how fires get created in the first place and then next week as we define how we’re […]
Why Your PMO Feels Like a Never-Ending Fire Drill Read More »
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
Engineering Process Improvement Read More »
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
Two Voices, One Goal: How 3-Way Communication Drives Project Alignment Read More »
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
Project Engineering – Greenfield Expansion Project Read More »
“Value in data is derived from the insights you gain from it. Are you just collecting numbers or drawing its full potential?” Last week, we discussed the importance of “The Journey of Data to Wisdom.” This week, we’re discussing its effectiveness in having a true impact. To make this journey effective: The challenge isn’t finding
How to Make the Journey of Data to Wisdom Effective Read More »
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
The Journey of Data to Wisdom Read More »
“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
Whose Job is it Anyway? Read More »
Organizations often face this narrative when going through a large change that may not be welcomed or warranted by certain individuals or teams
Unlocking the PMO’s Secret Weapon: Change Management Read More »
“Value is a process, not just an outcome.” Every project starts with value in mind, but not every project delivers on that promise. Projects often begin with precise goals and clear intentions, yet somehow, as they progress, they lose sight of the value they set out to create. Here’s how to keep that value front
Why Your Project Is Not Delivering Value – And How to Fix It Read More »
“Do we know how much money was spent on project X to date?” Questions tied to specific projects become difficult to mitigate when managing a portfolio of multiple projects, but this can be better navigated when key metrics are organized into a clear and concise visual dashboard. Dashboards should be the go-to tool for project
How to Build a Project Dashboard Your Team Will Actually Use Read More »