CONCEPTS OF PROJECT PLANNING AND CONTROL

Both improved methods and better application of existing principles are needed in the planning and control of engineering and construction projects. Using an analogy and a model, this paper explains the basic concepts in the information feedback-control process used on well-managed projects. The objective is to provide a broad perspective against which to reference specific subsystems such as planning and scheduling, cost engineering, materials procurement and tracking, quality control, and so forth. The paper then amplifies several key components of the feedback-control mode, including means for measuring and controlling progress; methods for information processing; requirements for effective reporting; and guidelines for taking corrective action.

• Corporate Authors:

  American Society of Civil Engineers

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  New York, NY  United States  10017-2398
• Authors:
  • Baulson Jr, C B
• Publication Date: 1976-4

Media Info

• Features: Figures; References; Tables;
• Pagination: p. 67-80
• Serial:
  • Journal of the Construction Division
  • Volume: 102N
  • Issue Number: C01

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Construction; Construction management; Construction scheduling; Costs; Feedback control; Information systems; Mathematical models; Programming (Planning); Quality control
• Uncontrolled Terms: Construction costs; Models
• Old TRIS Terms: Construction control
• Subject Areas: Construction; Finance; Highways;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00139722
• Record Type: Publication
• Report/Paper Numbers: ASCE #11984
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Sep 21 1976 12:00AM