PakEnergy showcases Renewables Management Software at RE+ Texas Recognizing the growing needs of renewable energy professionals, PakEnergy, a provider of software solutions for the oil and gas industry, is showcasing its PakEnergy Renewables software at the RE+ Texas conference (May 14-15, Booth 523). PakEnergy Renewables is a purpose-built system designed to tackle the complex land management, project management, and asset management challenges faced by renewable energy developers. This software caters specifically to solar, wind, geothermal, and carbon capture projects, allowing developers to seamlessly manage growing portfolios and streamline operations. Throughout the conference, the PakEnergy team will be offering live demonstrations of the PakEnergy Renewables software at Booth 523. Attendees will have the opportunity to see firsthand how the software can benefit their renewable energy projects. Wes Adams, Head of Land at Zanskar Geothermal & Minerals, Inc, said: “We are an extremely lean team managing a growing portfolio of land leases and geothermal assets in multiple states. We needed a dynamic solution to help us effectively organize our leases, track a variety of mineral and subsurface assets, and map projects and relationships with logic, speed, and accuracy. PakEnergy Renewables is robust but not overly complicated. It’s an intuitive system that will…
Premier, a comprehensive architectural design and development firm encompassing architecture, design, procurement, project management, and development services, has announced the promotion of Derek Weaver to Vice President of Project Management and Estimating. Weaver, who has served as Premier’s Director of Project Management for the past two and a half years, will now lead a team of 26 Project Managers and Estimators. In this expanded role, Weaver’s primary focus will be overseeing the execution of Premier’s diverse portfolio, encompassing ground-up new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects across hospitality, multi-family residential, student housing, and mixed-use developments. “I’m absolutely excited at the potential this new opportunity presents Premier,” states Weaver. “My immediate focus in this new role is to help Premier grow its ground-up development capabilities, and to further establish Premier as one of the leading architecture, design, procurement, and corporate engineering firms in the United States.” A seasoned professional with over 14 years of experience, Weaver brings a wealth of technical project management expertise to his new position. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at Tyler. “Derek’s exceptional talent, dedication, and expertise make him an invaluable asset to our company,” states Johannes…
KAP Project Services, a leader in technology-powered project controls, has been recognized by CruzAlta, a global specialist in improving operations for refineries and petrochemical companies. CruzAlta named KAP a trusted provider of digital transformation solutions for turnaround management. KAP’s innovative project controls, including their proprietary STOlogix platform, offer a comprehensive solution for turnarounds. This streamlines the process, cuts costs, and fosters creativity throughout the entire turnaround cycle. This recognition marks a major step towards revamping industry standards and setting new benchmarks for turnaround efficiency. “KAP is dedicated to propelling digital transformation in the turnaround industry through technology-driven solutions,” said Scott Kammerer, CEO of KAP Project Services. “Being recognized by CruzAlta is a huge honor, and we hope it gives clients the confidence to choose KAP as their digital partner for transforming turnaround management.” “Integrated and cutting-edge digital solutions, like KAP’s control capabilities, will be crucial for turnaround teams to usher in a new era of turnaround management,” said Bobby Vichich, Managing Partner of CruzAlta. “By leveraging our extensive industry expertise and reputation, we aim to identify and showcase technology leaders and innovators. This will accelerate the digital transformation of turnaround events and generate lasting value for the entire industry.” This…
SDI Presence, a technology consulting and managed services provider, has secured three key technology contracts with the City of Palm Springs. These wins mark a significant milestone for SDI and solidify its commitment to excellent IT consultancy and project management. The first project involves providing Project Management Services for the City’s Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) and Records Management System (RMS) replacement. SDI’s expertise in public safety systems ensures a smooth implementation that aligns with the City’s goals and improves service delivery to the community. Secondly, SDI will provide consulting services for the City’s Human Resources (HR)/Payroll/Timekeeping system implementation. Optimizing HR software is crucial for efficient workforce management, especially with ongoing retirements, turnover, and new hires. By streamlining HR processes, improving accuracy, and fostering a productive work environment, this new technology will benefit the entire organization. Finally, SDI will spearhead the development of a comprehensive Information Technology Strategic Plan (ITSP) for the City. Leveraging their extensive experience with over 200 IT Strategic Plans delivered in the past two decades, SDI will work closely with City leadership to create a robust plan for the next three to five years. This plan will focus on aligning with the City’s vision, enhancing operational efficiency, and…
Spinach.io, a developer of AI project management tools, has announced AI voice command integrations for Jira and Trello at the Atlassian Team ’24 conference. Spinach is an AI virtual assistant that can automate project management tasks and update project boards in Jira and Trello based on voice commands during meetings. Spinach alleviates the headache of manually taking notes during team or project meetings or sifting through meeting recordings to create summaries, deliver action items, or follow up with individuals. Teams benefit from a reliable agile assistant that is always on time, never misses a meeting, has no human bias, and captures essential meeting details and follow-ups with incredible accuracy. “Artificial intelligence is becoming more ingrained in the workplace but the capabilities go beyond that of a simple tool – AI is helping workers be better versions of themselves,” said Matan Talmi, CEO of Spinach.io. “There’s been a natural inclination to humanize intelligent things and make them more personable. It’s the next step in the progression of human/AI interaction.” Spinach integrates with existing meeting calendars, video conferencing platforms, messaging tools, ticketing systems, and collaboration tools. “Spinach connects the dots between team meetings and the Jira project board, and leaves no task…
Arizona State University (ASU) is taking a pioneering step towards a greener future. Its highly-regarded project management program has partnered with Green Project Management (GPM), a global sustainability leader, to become the first university in the United States to integrate sustainability concepts directly into its undergraduate and graduate-level curriculum. Sustainability: A Top Priority This innovative partnership aligns perfectly with ASU’s commitment to sustainability practices. Recognizing the urgency of environmental and social challenges, ASU’s project management program is equipping future leaders with the skills and knowledge to make a positive impact. “With concerns about climate change, deforestation, plastic pollution, water scarcity and biodiversity loss, organizations are increasingly expected to shift their culture and act in ethically, environmentally and socially responsible ways; therefore, we want to invest in the people, tools and technologies with a sustainable focus,” said Emily Mertz, an associate teaching professor in ASU’s School of Applied Professional Studies in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts, a senior global futures scholar in ASU’s Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory and a Green Project Management Global Ambassador. The collaboration will see ASU faculty and GPM experts work together to infuse PRiSM and P5 standards – frameworks aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals – into existing…
BBA, a provider of engineering and construction services, has announced significant changes to its National Project Management Office (PMO) to further strengthen its capacity for handling large-scale projects across Canada. Pierre Godard steps into the role of Vice-President, National Project Management Office. He succeeds Navin Gangadin, who served with distinction for the past two years, leading the PMO in providing comprehensive and effective project support to clients. Godard’s appointment marks a strategic move for BBA. His proven track record of success in managing complex projects aligns perfectly with BBA’s growing focus on major national initiatives. With an entrepreneurial spirit and experience leading regional operations, Godard has a demonstrated ability to exceed expectations while fostering a dynamic and efficient work environment. His prior experience as a contractor brings valuable industry insights to BBA. Supporting Godard is Denis Rivard, who joins the PMO as Strategic Advisor. Rivard’s expertise in crafting high-level project management methodologies will be instrumental in developing a standardized framework tailored to BBA’s large-scale projects. His collaborative approach ensures stakeholder engagement in refining project management practices to drive excellence and innovation. Commenting on the changes, Martin Milot, BBA’s Chief Operating Officer, emphasized the company’s dedication to tackling complex mandates, particularly…
Azzur Group, a leading provider of advisory and consulting services to the life sciences industry, announces the appointment of Rob Chapman as Director of Azzur Raleigh. Mr. Chapman brings over 30 years of experience in engineering and project management within the highly regulated pharmaceutical and life sciences sector. His expertise spans lean project management, process improvement, change and risk management, and project visualization. In his new role, Mr. Chapman will spearhead the continued advancement of Azzur Raleigh’s GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) service offerings. He will ensure the delivery of best-in-class consulting services, empowering manufacturers to implement risk-averse, fit-for-purpose, and phase-appropriate GxP solutions. “I am excited to embark on the next step of my career with Azzur Group,” said Rob. “I look forward to working alongside local and national leadership to provide innovative solutions to our clients and enable them to deliver life-changing therapeutics to the patients who need them the most.” Prior to joining Azzur Group, Mr. Chapman served as Director, Global Project Management Office, at Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies. He led a team overseeing business projects across the company’s seven global sites. Mr. Chapman is also a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers veteran, having served as a captain. Mr. Chapman…
Stantec has been awarded a contract by BC Hydro & Power Authority (BC Hydro) to deliver transmission and distribution engineering services alongside project delivery expertise. This agreement supports BC Hydro’s 10-year capital plan to upgrade its electrical grid, ensuring reliable energy supplies and driving the province’s clean energy transition. The CAD$186-million master services agreement (MSA) holds an initial term of seven years, with the potential to extend to twenty years. Stantec’s role encompasses a broad range of services, including transmission and distribution design, substation engineering (electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, and geotechnical), project management, scheduling, cost control, procurement, and contract management. Additionally, they will handle materials management, equipment management, and logistics. This latest collaboration builds upon the existing partnership between Stantec and BC Hydro. Stantec will provide comprehensive support throughout the project lifecycle, from initial system assessments and environmental permitting to Indigenous consultation, engineering design, construction management, and post-construction monitoring. “Stantec is proud to assist BC Hydro in this major endeavor to modernize and expand the electrical grid in British Columbia,” says Mario Finis, executive vice president of Energy & Resources at Stantec. “Renewable energy generation is only part of the transition to a clean energy future. We must also design,…
Dr. Joachim Nagel, President of the Deutsche Bundesbank, Germany’s central bank, has delivered a talk titled “The Digital Euro: Vision, Advancements, and Challenges” at the MIT Media Lab. The event was co-hosted by the MIT Golub Center for Finance and Policy (GCFP) and the MIT Digital Currency Initiative (DCI). Dr. Nagel’s talk focused on the Bundesbank’s work on a potential digital euro, exploring the opportunities and challenges associated with its development. He also announced a new collaborative research initiative between the Bundesbank and the MIT DCI specifically dedicated to central bank digital currency design. During a fireside chat with Dr. Neha Narula, Director of the MIT DCI, Dr. Nagel addressed key topics such as the rationale behind exploring a digital euro for the eurozone, the importance of user privacy in data management, and the technological and policy hurdles that the European Central Bank needs to overcome before considering issuing a new form of digital public money. Following the speech and discussion, Ed Golding, Executive Director of MIT GCFP, welcomed guests to a luncheon in Dr. Nagel’s honor. For more information on the new collaboration between the MIT DCI and the Bundesbank, please click here. A copy of Dr. Nagel’s speech…
