Articles by Roy O. Christensen
Creating Video Presentations Using PowerPoint Alone
Did you know it is possible to create high-quality Microsoft (MS) PowerPoint presentations with audio and video narration using PowerPoint alone? It is! I recently...
Case Study: A Supplier Quality Surveillance Plan That Got Punched in the Mouth
The project’s supplier quality surveillance (SQS) plan was prepared using a conventional criticality rating procedure (Section 2.2). Before and after purchase order (PO) award, these unexpected...
Top Ten Myths of Third-party Inspection
Misunderstanding of third-party inspection is caused by hidden knowledge gaps and not limited to inexperienced personnel. Third-party inspection (inspection) is a strategy used by capital...
A Simple Solution for Complex Capital Projects
Companies know capital projects often cost more and take longer than expected[1]. These problems are recognized industry-wide and significant. An increasing number of projects are...
The Solution to the Project Communication Challenge is Hidden in Plain Sight!
Recently, I discussed the never-ending challenge of project communication with a friend, a professional who works in the oil and gas (O&G) industry. Our discussion...