Scope and Change Order Management Flashcards
What is the Project Definition Rating Index (PDRI)?
A tool for measuring the degree of scope development throughout front-end planning
Developed by the Construction Industry Institute (CII) to improve project performance
What are some signs of inadequate scope definition in projects?
Cost and schedule overruns due to change orders
Indicates poor project planning and execution
Why is front-end planning (FEP) important?
It allows for fewer scope changes, increased probability of project success, improved operational performance, increased alignment of project expectations, and better identification and definition of risks
How does the PDRI tool help project managers?
It identifies and describes critical elements in a scope definition package and evaluates project risk factors
Allows for capturing mitigation action items and evaluating completeness of scope definition
What is the scoring system used in the PDRI tool?
Elements are graded on a 0 to 5 scale with 0 being not applicable and 1 being a complete definition
A score of 5 indicates an incomplete or poor definition
What types of projects are defined as capital projects?
Projects that provide transportation, transmission, distribution, collection, or other capabilities supporting commerce and interaction between goods, services, and people
What is the maximum cost defined for small industrial projects?
Less than $10 million
What is the PDRI score threshold for projects to perform better across cost, schedule, and change orders?
Projects with a PDRI score below 200 perform better than those above 200
What is included in the mining PDRI tool developed by CII?
180 elements divided into four sections and 18 subsequent categories
Tailored specifically for the mining industry
What are the three main sections of the PDRI hierarchical composition?
Basis of project decision, basis of design, execution approach
How many PDRI tools has CII developed for projects?
Six tools tailored for different types, sizes, and complexities of projects
What is the typical completion time for small infrastructure projects?
6 to 12 months
What does a low PDRI score indicate?
A well-defined project definition package that corresponds to an increased probability of project success
What does the PDRI tool require for successful implementation?
Committed stakeholder engagement and alignment
What should project professionals do when using the PDRI tool?
Tailor the tools to suit the project’s specific needs and use them at multiple points during the front-end planning phase
True or False: The PDRI tool can be used to monitor and organize the front-end planning process.
True
Fill in the blank: The PDRI tool provides a _____ score sheet to prevent bias when determining a specific score.
unweighted
What type of projects does the PDRI for buildings cover?
Offices, schools, banks, apartments, hotels, and shopping malls
What does the PDRI tool help to identify?
Gaps in scope coverage
What is the role of a neutral facilitator in using the PDRI tool?
To help leverage each team member’s skill set
What is the purpose of the six-step process in using the PDRI?
To assess and discuss each element collaboratively and develop an action plan for improvement
What is the significance of a PDRI score below 300?
Projects with a score below 300 outperform those above 300 across cost, schedule, and change orders
