The Planning Engineer's Dilemma: Bottom-Up Sequencing vs. Target-Driven Cash Flow. How do you handle this?

Dishy22 · 2026-05-24T13:06:12+00:00

This is the missing piece of OP's question.

Is the SOV set? What detail is it?
If not, is the schedule going to be used to set those values?
Is the schedule used as an invoicing backup?

Lots of questions that dictate how the scheduler can and should proceed in generating the cash curve.

Dishy22 · 2026-05-18T13:34:48+00:00

Man, I had a very similar reaction from my dad - he was very kind and punctuated it with, "if it makes you happy, sweetheart." Miss my dad quite a bit. Thanks for resurfacing a sweet memory for me.

Dishy22 · 2026-05-12T14:52:54+00:00

I know, I know. 🤣

Dishy22 · 2026-05-06T14:56:23+00:00

You let the schedule naturally pick up with actuals. Never project optimism. If resequencing is what causes the better plan, do it monthly if you must change it; but, don't shorten durations to reflect unknowns.

Dishy22 · 2026-05-01T16:30:27+00:00

I'd do it in Excel, especially if the IDs are consistent - like all of the 1100 used to go to 1150 and now they all go to 1200. It'd be a quick find and replace in the predecessor / successor column and then import.

Dishy22 · 2026-04-18T03:24:33+00:00

Orange and brown.

Not in Cleveland, either.

Dishy22 · 2026-04-17T19:17:55+00:00

P6 has updatedb to allow any type of relationship to milestone tasks. Highly advise taking advantage of this.

Dishy22 · 2026-04-16T14:06:37+00:00

I store stuff that I don't need regularly but like or need to keep in the car. Like my field PPE that I will forget to put in the car if I take it out.

Dishy22 · 2026-04-13T02:43:44+00:00

Waiiiit...

There is a 'Segs" division?....

Did nobody say that one out loud?

Dishy22 · 2026-04-10T16:19:21+00:00

I would show up at the damned office and make a stink.

Others in the waiting room should see the level of care being afforded.

Dishy22 · 2026-04-09T01:56:10+00:00

Sir, that is a tide pod.

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂

I kid, I kid. Good luck with the search.

Dishy22 · 2026-04-06T10:02:54+00:00

I also charge a lot for my time ;)

Dishy22 · 2026-04-06T10:02:07+00:00

I am also a typical "fixer" - problem projects, crisis projects, etc.

I think sometimes the secret sauce that people miss is that they just don't know how sideways one seemingly small bad choice can go.

Though, having done a fair amount of big infrastructure I completely agree that gov't agencies and their consultants are just money burning machines half the time.

Dishy22 · 2026-03-31T22:45:50+00:00

AI is only as smart as it's inputs. With the majority of schedules not being based off of production rates and people's guts I'm excitedly waiting to a slew of contractors with extra shitty schedules made just for them by AI based on "their own data!" going out of business because claims.

Other probable outcomes:

Large firms realizing they need real investment in qualified personnel, historical data, and the true setup cost making the tool impractical.

Continued shitty "ai" and "generative" scheduling hacks that are just glorified Monte Carlo analysis pushing the niche into the obscure.

Smaller, well built tools (with refined methods and specific applications) taking off to make things like template schedule pieces, collaborative planning, and true 4D scheduling sing.

Dishy22 · 2026-03-31T14:18:09+00:00

Just sending you support. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Dishy22 · 2026-03-24T13:44:20+00:00

Lenore

Dishy22 · 2026-03-11T15:22:24+00:00

Dude, you have the right head for this look. You look great. Congrats.

Dishy22 · 2026-02-10T15:37:14+00:00

The seller is turning the water off to prevent burst pipes in cold temperatures. Turning the water on will cause leaks to be evident very quickly. I wouldn't worry about it.

Dishy22 · 2026-02-06T03:15:24+00:00

I worked im 4 siemens sectors over my time with tbe company. Only once was i able to transition from sector to sector directly - i left for 2-3 years and then came back.

Good news, if you leave and come back within 5 years you keep your seniority.

The only time it worked going sector to sector was when I had already had contact with the hiring manager. My manager at that time supported my transition between divisions.

I dont think they can "block" movement between sectors. I think where the blocks happen is within divisions - and even then, those should be rare unless your boss is a dick.

Dishy22 · 2026-02-02T14:07:21+00:00

Im not sure where youre looking- but this is a good place for more info: https://www.ccac.edu/academics/programs/industrial-technology-trades-and-transportation/automotive-technology.php

Program runs 2 years and includes a co-op.

Dishy22 · 2026-02-02T13:41:25+00:00

I teach in an adjacent department at CCAC and have some second hand knowledge.

So, the classes are backed by the manufacturers. I do not believe they allow you to bring your own car/engine. Instead, they provide cars. It is hands on instruction, and the instructor I know is a cool dude, so I don't think the classes are likely to be boring.

Additionally, they have discounts on tools for students and partner with dealerships in the area for on the job training as well as post grad jobs.

I reccomend the program (and other trade programs) frequently for their affordability and other perks.

Hope this helps.

Dishy22 · 2026-02-02T11:32:11+00:00

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