Introduction to Project Management Software in Oil & Gas

• Importance of digital tools in managing complex projects

• Overview of MS Project, Primavera P6, and other key platforms

• Comparing traditional vs. software-based project management

Project Planning Fundamentals

• Defining project scope, milestones, and deliverables

• Setting timelines, dependencies, and resource requirements

• Using software templates and project frameworks

Getting Started with MS Project

• Interface navigation and setup

• Creating and scheduling tasks

• Linking activities and defining critical paths

Advanced MS Project Features

• Resource allocation and cost tracking

• Managing baselines and performance measurement

• Customizing views, reports, and dashboards

Introduction to Primavera P6

• Key features and architecture of Primavera

• Project setup, calendars, and work breakdown structures (WBS)

• Understanding relationships, constraints, and durations

Scheduling and Resource Management in Primavera

• Assigning labor, materials, and equipment

• Leveling resources and managing workloads

• Tracking progress and updating schedules

Cost Management and Earned Value Analysis (EVA)

• Integrating budgeting and cost control tools

• Measuring cost and schedule performance indicators

• Forecasting and variance analysis

Risk Management and Scenario Planning

• Using software for risk identification and mitigation

• Simulating project delays and what-if analysis

• Contingency planning and predictive modeling

Collaboration and Communication Tools

• Sharing schedules and updates with teams and stakeholders

• Integration with MS Teams, SharePoint, and cloud platforms

• Managing approvals and change requests digitally

Reporting and Dashboard Creation

Practical Exercises and Case Studies

Future of Project Management Software