July 22, 2025 by Ore Ayodele Leave a Comment In the capital projects world, outcomes are everything—and consistency is rare. As pressure builds to control costs, reduce risk, and deliver reliably, the question project leaders face is this: How can we repeat success—and avoid failure—at scale? At AP-Networks, our answer is rooted in evidence. For over 20 years, we’ve built the Capital Project Database—a global, data-rich foundation that helps you benchmark, plan, and execute smarter. A Database of 3,000+ Real Projects This isn’t theory. Our Capital Project Database captures statistics from over 3,000 capital projects, including: 1,000+ major projects (upstream, midstream, downstream, power) 2,000+ plant-based projects (refining, chemicals, gas, E&P) Spanning North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, this dataset reflects real-world capital challenges—completed by real teams under real constraints. Beyond Cost: Insight into Causal Factors What sets this database apart is depth. For each project, we capture: Planned vs. actual outcomes Project characteristics Execution and planning practices This lets organizations move beyond basic comparisons and understand the causal factors behind success and failure. Is your schedule slipping because of resource gaps? Is your cost performance off due to execution drag? Our data can tell you. Built Into Your Digital Platform The Capital Project Database powers our benchmarking and evaluative tools inside the Capital Project Network—a cloud-based platform for project professionals. From early planning to execution reviews, your team can access best-in-class data directly from their desktop or device. Benchmarking That Drives Improvement This database isn’t just about “where you stand”—it’s about what you can do next. Clients use it to: Compare performance against industry average and top quartile Identify practices tied to successful outcomes Align internal standards with proven global benchmarks Whether you’re managing one mega-project or a portfolio of turnarounds, this insight builds capability across the enterprise. Built for Every Capital Environment Whether you’re working in upstream exploration, downstream processing, utilities, or chemicals, the Capital Project Database provides relevant, filtered insight. Its diversity of scope makes it the most comprehensive resource available for today’s capital-intensive organizations. The Competitive Edge is in the Data Capital excellence doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when insight becomes action—and when teams stop guessing and start learning from thousands of past efforts. If your organization wants to lead—not just deliver—this is your advantage. Let’s talk about building better, smarter capital projects.Visit ap-networks.com or Contact Us to learn more about our database-driven tools. om or head to our Contact Us page to schedule a walkthrough..