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Embarking on a major project—whether industrial shutdowns, infrastructure upgrades, or even home renovations—brings inherent complexity and risk. This presentation equips you to navigate these challenges confidently, focusing on major maintenance, including STOs (shutdowns, turnarounds, outages) and, more broadly, EPCM (engineering, procurement, and construction management) projects across industries. These undertakings represent significant financial commitments for investors—tens of millions to billions of dollars. They encompass critical infrastructure, new construction, or large-scale retrofits. But a common concern unites them: uncertainty. Will the event achieve its intended result, meet performance targets, and deliver the expected value? Is the schedule achievable to avoid delays impacting budgets? Are the projected costs within budget, as overruns can jeopardize the viability? Beyond these core uncertainties, additional challenges arise. Maintaining stakeholder confidence, alignment, and buy-in throughout the lifecycle is crucial. Financing requires a clear vision and demonstrated risk management ability. Mitigation strategies are critical for success. Attracting, retaining, and engaging teams of teams with expertise and fostering collaboration and performance are essential. This presentation unveils proven approaches that transcend industry boundaries. Whether you’re managing a complex industrial STO or a large-scale residential renovation, the core principles remain the same. Discover industry-standard frameworks, methodologies, and practical tools for navigating complex undertakings effectively. Learn actionable strategies for all levels. This presentation caters to a broad audience, spanning industries, from front-line workers to C-suite executives steering complex undertakings. Gain valuable insights from Kurt Ersser’s extensive experience across various industries and stakeholder groups.