Standardizing CPM Schedule Review: A Guide for DOTs

How DOTs can standardize CPM schedule reviews to reduce claims and protect public investment with automated oversight.

How transportation agencies use CPM schedule analytics and float monitoring to get ahead of claims before they become disputes.

A reflection on the milestones, momentum, and lessons that shaped SmartPM’s biggest year yet and what they mean for our tenth year ahead.

"When the Project Schedule is accurately maintained and documented, it is a vital element in successful project claims management."

Start 2025 off right by leaving outdated practices behind.

Enjoy this look back on the trends, features, and milestones that helped the industry achieve smarter project management in 2024.

“How do we solve the construction scheduling problem?” The truth is, it’s a complex question—one that many companies in this industry find themselves discussing without really making progress.

By following these recommended steps, you can more effectively manage weather delays, reducing the likelihood of overstated claims and minimizing the potential for disputes.

When issues like missing logic, long durations, and excessive constraints make their way into your project, it becomes harder to accurately track progress and predict future risk.

Schedule controls refer to the processes, tools, and practices used to analyze and share the data held within a CPM schedule to support project controls.

Confirmation bias can be particularly problematic in project and schedule management, where decisions must be based on accurate and comprehensive information.

Project controls are not just a subset of project management; they are its backbone, focusing on meticulous monitoring and analysis.