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THE GOOD IS IN THE DETAILS

At Integrity Management We Offer Various Project Management Services.

Example Services Are Called Out Below For Two Popular Project Types:​

New Building Construction Project Management:

Planning & Design Phase:

  • Project Charter Creation
  • Identify client’s build out needs
  • Meet with Building Construction Team to translate client’s needs into cohesive plans
  • Evaluate and Approve preliminary concept drawings
  • Verify drawing coordination between building construction and automated materials handling provider
  • Integrate construction schedule with all other vendor schedules
  • Evaluate and scrutinize preliminary cost estimates
  • Review and approve shop drawings

Construction & Completion Phase:

  • Establish weekly & bi-weekly meetings with construction team & materials handling provider
  • Conduct walkthroughs with  building contractor & materials handling provider
  • Verify building construction accuracy versus architectural and engineering drawings
  • Verify code compliance
  • Track schedule adherence
  • Verify contractor deliverables
  • Coordinate installation requirements between building contractor and materials handling provider 
  • Track budget costs
  • Track integrated schedule
  • Close out building construction
  • Ensure contractor provides As Built drawings
  • Ensure contractor provides educational walk through of all facility sub systems for client

Automation & Materials Handling Systems Project Management:

Planning & Design Phase:

  • Lead compiling Request For Proposal(RFP) for bidding of systems
  • Set up bidder site meetings as needed
  • Receive and review proposals
  • Summarize bids for review and lead  in selection of equipment vendors
  • Analyze vendor RFP’s for client
  • Ensure that client specifications have been adhered to in system design
  • Procure any necessary information from vendors for client’s Purchasing Dept
  • Verify that vendor’s overall schedule coordinates with building construction and client’s timeline
  • Develop Phase-In plans of all equipment
  • Approve shop drawings
  • Coordinate with client’s IT department to plan System and Warehouse Management System Integration
  • Assist in compilation of RFPs for: Guardrail protections, safety signage, safety mirrors, turbo fans, energy management software and any other required residual equipment

Equipment Installation, Testing, & Completion Phase

  • Project Charter Creation
  • Ensure Materials Handling Provider attends weekly & bi-weekly meetings with construction team
  • Detailed Integrated Project Schedule from vendor
  • Budget Tracking and Reporting
  • Verify accuracy of installation versus engineered drawings
  • Validate any Change Order requests prior to sign off
  • Compile a “Project Library” for reference purposes -This library will be composed of project notes, equipment manuals, As Built Drawings etc.
  • Coordinate necessary maintenance personnel training in areas of: building, conveyor, forklifts, robotics etc
  • Participate in automation vendor’s equipment commissioning
  • Coordinate User Acceptance Testing plan creation for client
  • Create Punch List and track completion
  • Go Live Support to work with Operations Team on use of new automated system

Warehouse Management System Implementation

  • Project Charter
  • Detailed Integrated Project Schedule
  • Budget Tracking and Reporting
  • Resource Communication Plan
  • Management of 3rd Party Supplier of Warehouse Management System
  • Team meeting facilitation
  • Status Report Updates
  • Scope Evaluation and confirmation meetings and notes
  • Lead Flow Review and confirmation
  • Lead Scenario Testing Creation
  • Testing detailed tracking of Pass/Fail, documentation and follow up with vendor for resolution
  • Go Live Support
Project Management​

Benefits Of Project Management

Project Management is utilized more now internationally than anytime in history due to companies needing to create or improve products, improve processes, improve services or meet regulatory requirements.


A project is simply a temporary endeavor which has a definite beginning, middle and end. However, there are thousands of decisions required during a project which is where the details count.


Due to project complexity it is critical to choose a project management firm who have credentialled Project Management Professionals(PMP) that are certified through the Project Management Institute(PMI). This certification ensures and shows the commitment by our firm to ensure that your project will adhere to a strict set of standards. With these proper credentials the success rate in your project increases substantially.

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Budget Control
Effective project management ensures proper budget planning, monitoring, and control. According to the Project Management Institute (PMI), organizations that actively practice project management report 28 times less project failures, resulting in 12% more successful projects delivered within budget.
Risk Mitigation
Project managers identify and mitigate risks that can impact project outcomes and budgets. According to a study by PMI, organizations with mature project management practices waste 13 times less money due to ineffective project performance, such as budget and schedule overruns.
Scope Management
Efficient project management focuses on defining and managing project scope, preventing scope creep and unnecessary expenses. Research by McKinsey & Company indicates that poor project management can result in cost overruns of 45% on average due to scope-related issues.
Resource Optimization
Effective project management optimizes resource allocation, ensuring that personnel, equipment, and materials are utilized efficiently. The Construction Industry Institute found that improved project management practices can reduce construction labor costs by up to 20% and cut material costs by up to 6%.
Time Savings
Efficient project management minimizes delays and accelerates project timelines. The Standish Group's Chaos Report revealed that organizations with good project management practices complete projects on time and within budget 71% of the time, compared to only 28% for those with poor project management practices. Avoiding delays can save costs associated with extended project durations, such as increased labor expenses and opportunity costs.
Stakeholder Engagement
Engaging stakeholders effectively throughout the project lifecycle minimizes misunderstandings and rework, reducing associated costs. The PMI's Pulse of the Profession report highlights that organizations with highly effective project communication practices waste 13 times less money than those with poor communication practices.
Quality Improvement
Effective project management emphasizes quality assurance and control, reducing costs associated with rework, defects, and customer dissatisfaction. According to a study published in the Journal of Operations Management, effective project management practices contribute to a higher level of quality performance in projects.

FAQ

No, it is not a requirement for you to enlist a Project Manager to complete your project.  However, enlisting a Project Manager increases the likelihood of successful project completion. Since Project Managers will typically have prior experience from prior projects, there are skills which will be present that someone without that knowledge would not have. Additionally, enlisting the help of a Certified Professional Project Manager(PMP) is another feather in your cap.  PMP’s are required to follow the Project Management Institute’s(PMI) set of rigorous principles and guidelines.

Execute the project in such a way to attain the project goals.  Some of the ways this is done:

  • Organizing the team.
  • Create, integrate and track schedules.
  • Integrate and track budgets.
  • Serves as primary liaison between the Stakeholders and the minute details of executing the project.
  • Streamline project communication.
  • Coordinate major project activities.
  • Employing Leadership Skills to lead the  entire project team.
  • Serve as a trainer for the project team when necessary.
  • Ensure that the project reaches a successful closure.

At IMC, we have had varied experiences of Operations Experience and Project Experience which gives us a “Big Picture” project view.  This blend further helps  to align with the  optimal customer experience and perspective to help leverage key aspects of the project, to benefit their operations.  Secondly, at IMC we have over 21 years of actual project experience and over 8M square feet of new and retrofitted Distribution Center space.

Really a Certified PMP can execute within any industry.  According to PMI the top 7 sectors seeing significant growth hiring PMPs for projects  are:

  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Finance and Insurance.
  • Management and Professional Services.
  • Utilities
  • Oil and Gas.
  • Information Services and Publishing.
  • Obtain the necessary authority to begin managing a project to ensure that the project is official.
  • Handle any issues that occur proactively – Could include budget, schedule, etc.
  • Do the right thing and stand up for the right process(s) – Lead with INTEGRITY

During the timeline of a project the project manager is the single most important position.  A Certified PMP must achieve the following items before being recognized as a Cerified PMP:

  • Go through a rigorious study and must pass the PMP Ceritification Test to prove their knowledge of project management principles.
  • Maitain their education level by taking continuous education courses and re-certifying their credentials every 2 years.
  • Follow the Project Management Institute’s(PMI) set of rigorous principles to maintain Certified PMP status.
  • The Certified PMP will be a PMI Member once all of the conditions above are met.

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The secret weapon that can elevate any business above the competition is effective and intentional project management.

Whether you are looking to streamline operations, supplement existing resources, or unleash untapped scalable potential, project management becomes the cornerstone that propels great companies towards remarkable growth and unrivaled success.
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