Planning Intelligence: turning your planning into a strategic, legal and financial lever

Planning Intelligence: Transform your schedule into a strategic, legal and financial lever Introduction Most project schedules are used as simple reporting tools. But in today's high-stakes projects, the schedule is no longer just a timeline. It's a contractual weapon, a forensic witness, a negotiation lever and a [...]

Why France doesn’t (yet) have a national certification in project management – and why it matters

Why France does not (yet) have national project management certification – and why it matters Introduction: In project management, French companies face a unique situation: there is no national certification or specific French standard equivalent to Anglo-Saxon standards such as PMP (PMI [...]

“A good plan is a controlled hypothesis, not a blind promise.”

“A good plan is a controlled hypothesis, not a blind promise. Ideal for decision-makers, PMOs, or project managers in industry and construction. Are you managing high-stakes industrial or construction projects? Delays, budget overruns, chaotic coordination… Even the best projects can go off track if certain mistakes are not avoided.

«A bad reference planning? This is what international standards say.»

«A poor baseline plan? That's what international standards say.» PMBOK, PRINCE2, AACE, DCMA, SCL... All the major frameworks are unanimous: «A poorly designed baseline plan can jeopardise an entire project.» In project management, the baseline plan is supposed to represent the formal commitment [...]

What are FIDIC contracts?

What are FIDIC contracts? The international standard in construction law – and how ALVID Consulting helps you leverage them effectively In today's global infrastructure and construction project environment, managing complexity is no longer solely about technical expertise – it demands clarity too […]

Comprehensive Guide to Project Management Contracts: Public, Private Sectors, and FIDIC Agreements

A Complete Guide to Contracts in Project Management: Public and Private Markets, and FIDIC Agreements Introduction: In project management, the choice of contract type is a major strategic decision that directly impacts risk allocation, financial stability, project execution, and legal responsibilities. Whether for a [...]

Understanding the DCMA 14-Point Schedule Assessment: A Guide for Primavera P6 Users

Understanding the DCMA 14-Point Schedule Assessment: A Guide for Primavera P6 Users Introduction: In complex projects, an accurate and reliable schedule is essential for ensuring delivery within time and budget. However, not all schedules are built according to best practices. This is where the assessment of the [...]