After the agreements are signed with the suppliers, the progress of work has to be constantly monitored for successful project management. Even one day delay in the arrival of the required materials to the site might cost hugely to the EPCs. Monitoring involves continuous engagement with the suppliers on an ongoing basis.
The goal at this stage is to ensure that materials are delivered at the site without over, short or damage issues.
Post agreement activities at a glance
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Plan expediting strategy for an agreement
Proper agreement with the appropriate clauses provides the foundation for effective engagement between both the parties. They also become the basis for subsequent planning and monitoring activities.
Depending on the technology you are using currently for Smart Materials, you can take the respective learning path:
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Understand how material management works in the expediting phase |
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Plan the expediting events and define critical events for monitoring the supplier progress |
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Plan the expediting events and define critical events for monitoring the supplier progress |
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Manage inspection prior to receiving
Inspection of materials to check if they meet the requirements, is one of the most important task in the monitoring and controlling phase. Early inspection prevents later surprises and ensures proper adherence to project plan. Inspection also helps in managing and mitigating the risks in a timely manner.
Depending on the technology you are using currently for Smart Materials, you can take the respective learning path:
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Create and sign an inspection release certificate for those materials that passed inspection |
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Create and sign an inspection release certificate for those materials that passed inspection |
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Managing and tracking shipments are important for optimizing transport cost and identifying any potential transport delay. With Smart Materials, the EPC companies can seamlessly engage with all the supplier and freight forwarding companies and remain updated with real time information.
Depending on the technology you are using currently for Smart Materials, you can take the respective learning path:
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Approve the packaging and release the materials for shipment |
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As a freight forwarder, define the carriers who will move the shipment to the next destination |
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Approve the packaging and release the materials for shipment |
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The following work process diagram provides a complete picture of the process: