At an early stage of project development, the decision may be to decide which potential alternative (or alternatives) should be selected to advance to the next stage of development; and eventually the decision may be to authorize full funding of a project based on the economic analysis and business case that has been prepared based on a project estimate…
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AACE International sections from around the world are encouraged to submit write-ups and photos of their monthly section meetings and other activities. For the April Source, submissions were received from the Montreal Section…
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When looking at why many major projects fail to meet their cost and schedule expectations, the root cause is often a misalignment between the engineered solution and the owner’s business case. This article will explore this issue by briefly describing the gatekeeping process. At its core, gatekeeping is a decision-making process…
Results are being announced for this year’s annual AACE International Board of Directors election for President-Elect, Treasurer, and Director-at-Large. Also elected were five Regional Directors who will serve on the Membership Advisory Committee…
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Over the past several months, I have written about the value of AACE membership, notable activities and achievements within the association, recent strategic planning efforts, and how much I admire the profound professionalism and respect that is prevalent across our members and interactions. The common theme of these messages is that AACE is a wonderful association, with much to offer the membership and the profession. As leaders and members, we must work together to further the success of AACE…
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The employees of AACE HQ are good people who are always ready to lend a hand or help in any way. They have all laughed with me, cried with me, been excited with me and it makes the work environment great! I also enjoy meeting and working with Board members, section members, leaders and everyone who is associated with AACE…
Are you interested in one or more of AACE’s certifications, but not sure where to start? Are you currently studying for or considering sitting for one of those certifications, but you just have a few questions that you would like to have answered? We’ve got you covered…
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An earned value management system (EVMS), which monitors contractor performance, is a requirement for program and project management for all major acquisitions by the United States Federal Government with development effort: (i.e., an asset requiring management attention because of its importance to an agency’s mission; high development, operating, or maintenance costs; high risk and/or high return)…
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AACE International sections from around the world are encouraged to submit write-ups and photos of their monthly section meetings and other activities. For the February Source, submissions were received from the British Columbia Section and from the Seattle Section…
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Marnie Masiello grew up in Westport, Connecticut, with a great deal of family nearby. The sense of closeness she experienced in her early life developed a lifelong deep appreciation for the bonds of family, friends, and colleagues. She greatly values these relationships and does her very best to keep connected. Some of her closest friendships span 50 years…
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