Wrench Talk

Just conversations from the people who build and deliver projects.

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Blind Spots in Projects

Every EPC project has blind spots that quietly erode schedules, budgets, and productivity. In this episode of Wrench Talk, Chimbu, Sajith Nair, and Shelley discuss why disconnected planning, procurement, engineering, and execution create hidden project risks that conventional reporting often misses. Through practical project examples, they explain how AI-powered Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) eliminate information silos, validate project data, and deliver predictive insights that enable project teams to identify issues before they impact project delivery.

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Practitioners on why capital projects slip, what conventional reporting misses, and what it takes to run them differently.

Project Health - Beyond Progress Reporting

Wrench Talk — Explore project health beyond progress reports

Does achieving planned progress mean your project is truly healthy? In this episode, Chimbu Vazhoor, Sajith Nair, Coleridge Shelley and Stephen Petch explain why project health extends far beyond percentage completion. They discuss how quality, safety, compliance, risks, and resource utilization directly influence successful project delivery. Using real EPC project experiences, they demonstrate how AI-powered PMIS connects these indicators into a unified project health view, enabling project leaders to prioritize actions, predict future impacts, and make informed decisions before small issues become major project setbacks.

Claims – From Painful Afterthoughts to Strategic Advantages

Wrench Talk Episode 02 — Blind spots: hidden risks that trip up capital projects

Claims can protect project interests—but only when supported by accurate documentation and timely actions. In this episode, Chimbu, Sajith Nair, and Shelley discuss why many contractor claims fail and how integrated contract governance helps prevent disputes before they arise. Through practical examples, they explain how AI-powered PMIS improves documentation, contract compliance, correspondence management, and early notifications, helping both owners and contractors reduce litigation risks while transforming claims management into a strategic project advantage.