AIM HIGHER. AIM SMARTER. Capital Projects CAPITAL PROJECTS Achieve Predictable, Competitive Project Results with AP-Networks We are the industry leader in capital project benchmarking, digital tools, and services that drive predictable and competitive project outcomes. Our solutions are tailored to the specific needs of each project team and the overall project organization. The cloud-based tools that reside in our Capital Project Network platform are designed for the unique requirements of both large capital and plant-based projects. Work processes dynamically adjust to these requirements and integrate with STO events (when applicable) for successful planning and execution. We have developed the Advanced Benchmarking Methodology (“ABM”) for Capital Project Benchmarking. This workscope-based benchmarking approach provides more accurate and realistic cost and schedule benchmarks when compared to the commonly-used Lang Factor or other “ratio-based” approaches. Our approach leverages data from the world’s most comprehensive project performance database. Independent project readiness reviews, facilitated risk workshops, evaluation of plant-based project portfolio systems, work process development and implementation are a few of the other services our clients rely on to achieve success. Our talented team of project associates comes prepared with innovative tools and data analytics that generate actionable insights and measurable results. This comprehensive approach drives the best in capital project performance. Software Tools Crafted by Experts for Capital Project Success We’ve developed industry-pioneering, cloud-based tools to improve the planning of capital projects. The game-changing solutions listed here are either included in our Capital Project Network digital platform or are available via additional license as an add-on to your Capital Project Network platform access. NaviTrack NaviTrack is our industry-leading flagship tool for work process deployment. With job aids, reports and activity-based assignments, this tool focuses team and stakeholder attention on best practices to reach optimum FEL to drive flawless execution. LEARN MORE iNTrack iNTrack is our game-changing solution that creates a dynamic link between the work processes for capital projects and STOs. It integrates seamlessly and allows for free flow of information between your project and maintenance teams. LEARN MORE Project Readiness Pyramid The Project Readiness Pyramid is a self-assessment tool that provides a critical and comprehensive overview of organizational readiness relative to industry best practices using data from thousands of projects. LEARN MORE PYXIS PYXIS is our risk management tool that draws on our unrivaled dataset to give your risk management process a powerful foundation. Track mitigation, measure risk reduction and pre-populate registers with industry risks drawn from our capital project database. LEARN MORE acXis acXis is our innovative action register tool that brings any and all of your team’s action items together and gives you a comprehensive view of everything that needs to get done, all within the AP-Networks suite of tools. LEARN MORE LLern LLern™ is our “lessons learned” management tool that ensures improvement opportunities are fully realized across your facility. Transform your static lessons learned lists into actions within your continuous improvement program. LEARN MORE Customized Solutions Need something specific? The AP-Networks Customized Solutions team works with clients using our industry expertise to develop customized, cloud-based applications for improving the management of STOs and capital projects. LEARN MORE Services We’re committed to providing customers with the services necessary to achieve competitive outcomes. Our comprehensive suite of services ranges from our Advanced Benchmarking Methodology and Cost Estimate Risk Analysis to Facilitated Capital Project Risk Workshop and so much more. At AP-Networks, we work alongside our clients to deliver data-driven strategies that will bring your project to successful completion. Advanced Benchmarking Methodology (ABM) Advanced Benchmarking Methodology (ABM) is a scope-based methodology that delivers a reliable, accurate approach to project benchmarking and provides clients with a better understanding of their project estimates and targets. LEARN MORE Project Excellence and Assurance Consulting (PEAC) PEAC provides project teams with the tools and insights to plan and execute safe, event-free, predictable and competitive projects. These targeted workshops strengthen team integration and optimize project preparation. LEARN MORE Value & Competitiveness Assessment of Plant-Based Projects (VCAP) The VCAP service uses structured tools and analytics to evaluate your project system and chart a roadmap to consistently obtain measurable value from projects, establish performance baselines and enable performance monitoring. LEARN MORE Capital Project Experience Augmentation Our Capital Project Experience Augmentation service complements your staff with the expertise of AP-Networks’ senior consultants—a team of project experts which includes senior project directors and project managers. LEARN MORE Capital Project Work Process Development and Implementation We use our extensive collection of capital project best practice data bolstered by our experience to craft a capital project work process that works. We help organizations learn from the success of others and avoid common pitfalls. LEARN MORE Cost Estimate Risk Analysis (CERA) Cost Estimate Risk Analysis (CERA) is an industry-leading analysis service that includes an in-depth review of all project risks plus a follow-up assessment to give you insight into contingencies, accuracy and resource needs. LEARN MORE Enterprise Risk Management Program Development Our expertise allows us to develop and implement an Enterprise Risk Management Program for organizations using cutting-edge technology combined with best practices and professional services to guarantee results. LEARN MORE Facilitated Capital Project Risk Workshop AP-Networks’ Facilitated Capital Project Risk Workshop provides a ready-made structure for project teams to identify and manage the major risks that could threaten your team’s goals and objectives. LEARN MORE Risk Process Development Utilizing our proven methodology and extensive experience, we develop a risk management process customized to the needs of your organization. Our experts help you take risk management from theory to practice. LEARN MORE Schedule Estimate Risk Analysis (SERA) SERA is an industry-leading schedule risk analysis service that includes in-depth review of the risks and uncertainties that influence schedule outcomes. This service has been proven to improve schedule predictability. LEARN MORE Capital Project Knowledge Base In the complex world of capital projects, one of the most critical factors for success is the alignment between project objectives and business goals. As the Director of Capital Projects at AP-Networks, TJ Felts has seen firsthand how this alignment can make or break a project’s outcome. Here are his detailed findings and how they can be a benefit to you! Read All Articles Capital Project Network The Capital Project Network platform houses the suite of cloud-based project tools you need to achieve superior outcomes. This ever-evolving toolset places unrivaled project analytics and expertise at the fingertips of every project resource across your enterprise. LEARN MORE AP-Networks Capital Project Database Our Capital Project Database is a wide and deep dataset of thousands of capital projects and growing each day. These data are gathered from primary sources across North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa. The Capital Project Database contains information on planned and actual project outcomes, key characteristics, and front-end and execution practices. Through quantification and analytics, correlations and statistical models are developed to normalize across various projects and isolate independent leading indicators that drive project outcomes. This enables our predictive techniques and capabilities. Our data analytics facilitate insights into the causal factors behind successes and failures, as well as benchmarking individual projects against the industry average and top-quartile performance. In turn, our customers use this data to achieve long-term operational success by measuring and tracking project performance across the world. LEARN MORE If you’re ready to achieve predictable, competitive outcomes with our robust set of capital project services, connect with an AP-Networks Expert now. CONTACT AP-NETWORKS NEWS News & Insights Achieving Predictable Execution Schedules The Key to Turnaround Success: Achieving Predictable Execution Schedules Predictable execution schedules are the bedrock of successful turnarounds. In an industry where downtime can cost millions of dollars per day, the ability to execute a… READ MORE VIEW ALL