Project Planning and Control Using Oracle Primavera P6 Versions 8.1, 8.2 & 8.3

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This user guide and training manual is designed for Project Management Professionals seeking to effectively plan and control projects within a Primavera Enterprise environment, with or without Resources and Roles. An update of the author’s previous work, it includes new workshops, content, and a chapter on Earned Value. The book features numerous screenshots, practical tips, and chapter-end workshops with solutions for skill practice. It is compatible with both the Professional Project Management Client and the Enterprise Project Portfolio Management Optional Client. Target audiences include individuals unable to attend training courses, project management companies looking to conduct their own training, and organizations needing a training manual. This PMI Approved course allows licensed training organizations to award 21 PDUs to attendees. The author, originally commissioned by Primavera Systems Inc., aims to help users achieve an intermediate understanding of the software, specifically versions 8.1, 8.2, and 8.3. It also clarifies differences from other project management tools, guiding users in setting up and maintaining both unresourced and resourced schedules. The book addresses complex aspects often overlooked in user manuals and provides essential methods for creating realistic project schedules. Paul Harris, the author, is a qualified civil engineer and certified project controls expert with extensive experience in va