Eliminate revisions with a data-driven approach

Drawing revisions and frequent modifications to engineering models can be frustrating, often taking a toll on productivity in engineering firms. However, the adoption of a data-driven approach can transform this scenario. By leveraging data-driven insights during the engineering, procurement, and construction phases, firms can streamline their operations, reduce revisions, and improve efficiency. This article highlights the transformative potential of a data-driven approach, emphasizing how such an approach can help organizations make more informed decisions and execute projects more effectively.

Frequent revisions, updates, and changes have long been an inconvenient reality for engineering and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) firms. It is often a tiresome and unproductive process, forcing engineers to constantly modify drawings and calculations, or even complete 3D models based on client’s changing demands.

The solution to this frustrating cycle lies in becoming a data-driven organization. Leveraging data-driven insights can revolutionize how projects are conducted. It can help prevent drawing modifications when the information is not ready and ensure that work is done correctly the first time, thereby reducing the need for constant changes. This mindset can significantly transform engineering, procurement, and construction workflows.

A data-driven project execution strategy can significantly enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of an organization. For instance, it can reduce the number of times certain drawings need to be issued with an ‘Issued for Construction’ (IFC) stamp. Instead of having to issue the same drawing multiple times, the drawing can be issued once, under the condition that it’s ready for construction. The struggle for many organizations lies in determining whether a project is truly ready for construction.

Often, firms believe a drawing is ready, only to find that they need to update it due to changes from the client or vendor, or even new information from internal teams. With a comprehensive understanding of whether the client has approved the required information, and whether all required vendor information is available, it becomes possible to avoid issuing a drawing that is not ready. This approach can prevent a lot of wasted time and effort in updating drawings and communicating them to construction teams.

Leveraging data gathered throughout the engineering process can streamline workflows significantly. By ensuring that every step of the engineering process is completed with the correct and most up-to-date information, productivity can be significantly enhanced. Every department, every engineer, and every designer should only have to complete their tasks once, reducing rework and revisions to virtually zero.

A data-driven approach to project execution may sound like a fairy tale, but it’s entirely achievable with the right mindset and tools. Three key ingredients are required:

Data-Driven Mindset

This is the willingness to trust data over personal anecdotes or opinions. It’s about relying on the information gathered through the system rather than personal judgement.

Data Collection

Gathering data is crucial. If the data is already available, great. If not, the organization needs to start collecting data at each step of the engineering process.

Visualization

Once data collection systems are in place, the next step is to analyze and visualize the information. This data-driven visual information can guide the organization on the next steps to be taken.

To conclude, a data-driven approach can offer substantial benefits for project execution in engineering and EPC firms. By focusing on the data-driven mindset, data collection, and data visualization, these firms can streamline their operations, enhance productivity, and significantly reduce revisions and rework. This approach can bring about a revolutionary change in how projects are executed in engineering organizations.

• Data-Driven Mindset:
  Trust the facts and numbers more than personal feelings or stories.
• Data Collection:
  Make sure to gather information at every step of your work.
• Visualization:
  After collecting the information, use pictures or graphs to understand and share it better, and drive decisions.

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