Managing megaprojects is a massively complex task. Everyone involved must be aligned to deliver projects successfully, from on-site contractors to top-level executives. Of course, there
Schedule slippage erodes value: not only do costs go up (paying for the standing army or extra years of inflation) but more importantly, tardy delivery
Ever since the introduction of Primavera in 1983, the project scheduling community has matured leaps and bounds. However, despite technological advancements, major delays continue to
Gali Glatt Simhi, VP of Quality and Innovation at NTA, shares her lessons for success as a female leader in the world of megaprojects.
Smart, sustainable, autonomous. That is the future of mobility. Today, Montassar Draief explains why.
We sat down with Montassar Draief to understand more about his human-focussed approach to project delivery.
Making a project modular works. Today, we tell you how, why and where it has worked before…
Neom City is setting high hopes for an AI-driven future. Is it really possible? Here is everything you need to know.
The air of a data centre’s hot aisle can reach 40°C. It can also be used to heat homes for free. Today, we explain how.
The history of wind power is fascinating….and longer than you might think.
Floating offshore wind has been dubbed the “gamechanger” for renewable energy. Get the low-down on the cutting edge of renewables here.
What can modern project teams learn from the only ancient wonder of the world left standing? More than you might think..
The Round City of Baghdad: a lesson in megaproject challenges and how to overcome them from over a thousand years ago.
Following our deep dive into megacities, our Quick Insights blog is taking a look at one of the most famous megacities in the world: Tokyo.
International Journal of Project Management, 36(2), 385–395.
Dr. Atif traces the history of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)—one of the most formidable megaproject building enterprises in the US history.
Journal of Economic Geography 13 (5): 823–44.
How do large companies such as the Fortune 500 buy infrastructure (e.g. electricity, gas or rail)? Read about how big firms such as Coca Cola or ThyssenKrupp secure long-term supply of critical inputs.