Why Gantt Charts Aren’t Enough for Linear Projects
In the high-stakes world of UK infrastructure—from HS2 to national rail & highways —a critical “data gap” often exists. We have sophisticated Primavera P6 schedules for logic, but we struggle to visualize the Linear Reality of the site.
The result? Manual data re-entry, “invisible” spatial clashes, and reporting that fails to meet Tier 1 audit standards.
While Primavera P6 is the gold standard for CPM logic, it cannot “see” distance. A P6 schedule might show two activities are logically sound, but a TILOS Time-Location chart reveals they are physically occupying the same 100-meter stretch of track or trench at the same time.
As a Senior Consultant, I see planners losing hours every week manually “drawing” TILOS charts from P6 data. This isn’t just inefficient; it’s a massive commercial risk.
The P6-TILOS Integration Intensive: Full Technical Agenda
We are hosting a 4-hour Technical Intensive designed for experienced planners. Because this event is hosted within our private Project Planning School, I am sharing the full syllabus here so you can ensure it meets your team’s professional development needs:
Module 1: Structural Synchronization & Mapping Logic
- Mapping P6 WBS to TILOS Distance Cells: Setting up “Pilot Cells” to mirror P6 hierarchies.
- Activity Coding for Success: Defining P6 Activity Codes (Start/End Chainage) that TILOS reads automatically.
- The Speed Constant: Setting up Calculation Modes so P6 dates generate realistic production rates (£m/day£).
Module 2: The Data Bridge (Technical Import/Export)
- The Power of Plain Text: Mastering the .txt and .csv exchange—moving 1,000+ activities in seconds.
- The Mapping Profile: Building a reusable TILOS Import Profile to eliminate manual entry forever.
- Mass Formatting: Applying Task Templates for instant visualization.
Module 3: Advanced Clash Detection & Multi-Project Overlays
- The “Invisible” P6 Clash: Identifying site congestion (two crews in one zone) that CPM logic misses.
- Subproject Integration: Importing multiple subcontractor P6 files into a single TILOS Master View.
- Line of Balance (LoB) Optimization: Adjusting slopes for continuous resource flow.
Module 4: Progress, Baseline & Risk Integration
- Advanced Progress Updating: Using the “Distance Split” method for bulletproof commercial claims.
- The Risk Link: Identifying visual “squeezes” to inform Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA).
- Case Study: A walkthrough of linear reporting standards.
Join the 4-Hour Technical Intensive
This is a Level 2/3 deep-dive designed for experienced planners who want to eliminate manual entry and protect their project baseline.
What’s Included:
- Live 4-Hour Training: Recorded for future reference.
- The Technical Vault: Pre-configured Excel Mappers and TILOS Style Libraries.
- Linear Planning Checklists: To ensure your linear schedules are audit-ready.
Secure Your Seat:
https://www.skool.com/projectplanning-7482/classroom/523cb62f?md=a973410985cf46cbaa03a7d129ce30c2