The course begins by deepening your understanding of resource management in Primavera P6, covering essential topics like resource calculations, user preferences, and the activity window. You’ll learn how to assign roles and resources to activities effectively, ensuring that your projects are set up for optimal performance from the start. Through a dedicated workshop, you’ll gain practical experience in managing resources and expenses, laying a solid foundation for advanced resource optimization techniques.
As the course progresses, you’ll explore resource optimization strategies that are critical for managing large-scale projects. You’ll dive into tools like the Activity Usage Spreadsheet and Resource Usage Profile, learning how to analyze and optimize resource allocation to prevent overallocation and conflicts. Advanced topics such as bucket planning, resource leveling, and resource curves are also covered, equipping you with the skills to balance resources and optimize project schedules. The course includes a practical workshop that focuses on these advanced resource management techniques, ensuring you can apply them in real-world scenarios.
The final sections of the course shift focus to enterprise management within Primavera P6. You’ll learn how to organize project data using structures like Project Breakdown Structures (PBS) and activity codes, and how to apply Global Change across multiple activities for efficient project management. Additionally, the course covers managing the Enterprise Project Structure (EPS) and coordinating multiple projects, providing you with the tools needed to oversee complex projects across an enterprise. A series of workshops will guide you through these advanced functions, helping you to master the full capabilities of Primavera P6 in an enterprise environment.
This course is ideal for experienced project managers, planners, and schedulers who are looking to specialize in resource management and enterprise-level project coordination in Primavera P6. Prior experience with Primavera P6 and a solid understanding of project management principles are recommended.
Advanced Resource and Enterprise Management in Primavera P6
Overview
Syllabus
- Assigning Roles, Resources, and Expenses
- In this module, we will explore how to efficiently manage resources in Primavera P6 by configuring user preferences, setting defaults, and assigning roles, resources, and expenses. A hands-on workshop will solidify these skills.
- Resource Optimization
- In this module, we will delve into advanced resource optimization techniques. You'll learn to analyze and adjust resource usage, resolve conflicts, and engage in a workshop to apply these concepts in Primavera P6.
- Updating A Resourced Schedule
- In this module, we will cover how to effectively update a resourced schedule in Primavera P6. You'll learn to manage critical values, apply accurate updates, and participate in a workshop to practice these skills.
- Other Methods Of Organizing Project Data
- In this module, we will explore various methods to organize project data in Primavera P6. You'll learn to utilize PBS, activity codes, UDFs, and more, with a workshop to reinforce your learning.
- Global Change
- In this module, we will explore the Global Change function in Primavera P6. You'll learn to make widespread modifications, apply advanced techniques, and participate in a workshop to enhance your skills.
- Managing the Enterprise Environment
- In this module, we will focus on managing the enterprise environment in Primavera P6. You'll learn to navigate EPS, manage project codes, and utilize tracking features to monitor your project’s health.
- Multiple Project Scheduling
- In this module, we will explore advanced strategies for scheduling multiple projects simultaneously in Primavera P6. You'll learn how to effectively coordinate resources, manage dependencies, and optimize project timelines across your portfolio.
- Utilities
- In this module, we will examine various utilities within Primavera P6, including advanced scheduling, data import/export, and project management tools. You’ll gain practical knowledge of these utilities to streamline your project workflows.
- Earned Value Management with P6
- In this module, we will introduce you to Earned Value Management (EVM) within Primavera P6. You’ll learn to apply EVM techniques to measure and analyze project performance, helping you ensure successful project delivery through data-driven insights.
Taught by
Packt - Course Instructors
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