From Overload to Advantage
Transforming Project Data into Strategic Insight
A pharmaceutical company’s project intelligence group, responsible for analyzing performance across their construction and maintenance portfolio, needed to strengthen their data analytics capabilities. Like many organizations, they were struggling to translate their project controls data into actionable insights that could drive better decision-making.
Understanding The challenge
Drowning in Data, Starving for Insight
The client faced challenges common to large enterprises with multiple data systems and reporting processes when managing complex capital projects. Their project data existed across several platforms, making it difficult to gain a comprehensive view of performance. Additionally, inconsistent definitions of key project metrics meant that stakeholders often interpreted the same data differently, compromising the effectiveness of performance analysis.
THe persimmon approach
Aligning Metrics, Processes, and People for Smarter Decisions
Deep Data Analysis
Our consulting team began with a comprehensive analysis that went beyond surface-level metrics. Our investigation revealed that while overall schedule performance appeared acceptable, with average overruns within their established tolerance, this masked significant variations in project delivery. We identified that most delays occurred in specific project phases, pointing to systematic rather than random issues.
Metric Standardization
We worked with stakeholders across the organization to establish clear, consistent definitions for critical project metrics. This foundational work was essential for creating reliable performance measures that everyone could trust. We also helped bridge the gap between the data analytics and project teams, creating processes for continuous information sharing and improvement.
Process Enhancement
We developed new approaches to data capture and analysis that simplified reporting while increasing accuracy. This included streamlined processes for milestone tracking and performance measurement that could scale across the organization’s project portfolio.
results & impact
Clearer Insights, Proactive Decisions, and Stronger Performance
Our analysis uncovered that projects with certain characteristics consistently outperformed others, leading to targeted improvements in project management approaches. The organization gained the ability to predict potential issues earlier, allowing for more proactive intervention.
The new standardized definitions and simplified data capture processes reduced reporting overhead while improving data quality. This enabled faster, more confident decision-making across the portfolio and fostered a stronger data-driven culture, with project teams and leadership aligned on how to measure and drive performance improvements.
The Persimmon Difference
Unlocking the Power of Strategic Intelligence
In a world where data analytics and project intelligence are increasingly critical to business success, Persimmon brings a unique combination of analytical rigor and practical experience. We don’t just analyze data—we help organizations turn insights into action. Our consultants understand that effective project intelligence requires both technical expertise and organizational wisdom.
By focusing on solutions that are both sophisticated and practical, we help clients build capabilities that deliver immediate results while enabling long-term success. It’s this balance of strategic thinking and tactical execution that makes Persimmon a trusted partner for organizations undertaking critical business initiatives.
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