Operational Readiness
Introducing the Operational Readiness Wheel
01
Operating Model
Defines how the operation will be structured, governed and managed.
02
People and Capability
Ensures the workforce is trained, competent and operationally ready.
03
Maintenance Strategy
Establishes the systems and processes required for reliable asset performance.
04
Commissioning Integration
Aligns commissioning with operational readiness and handover requirements.
05
Work Management Systems
Implements processes for planning, scheduling and executing operational work.
06
Risk and Critical Controls
Embeds critical risk management, controls and assurance processes.
07
Supply Chain and Logistics
Ensures supply and logistics systems are ready to support operations.
08
Compliance and Obligations
Integrates regulatory obligations and assurance into operational systems.
A Journey to NPV
Project finance is linked to a return on investment, often expressed as Net Present Value (NPV).
Time and again the NPV of a project is used to justify the capital investment, but all too often this committed NPV is not delivered due to multiple causes, chief amongst these is a failure of operational readiness. This is manifest through poor commissioning, delayed or slow ramp-up, frequent breakdowns due to inadequate maintenance practices or even a team that simply isn't ready to own and operate the new plant / equipment.
We can help. The journey starts with a diagnostic and ends with clients keeping their NPV promise.
