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  • 1.  Optimizing Projects with ASU's IP2M METRR: A DOE Advantage

    Posted 02-28-2024 02:51 PM

    The Department of Energy (DOE) recognizes the value of robust project management for achieving exceptional results. As part of this commitment, they've adopted the innovative Integrated Project/Program Management (IP2M) Maturity and Environment Total Risk Rating (METRR) developed as part of a DOE-sponsored Joint Research Study let by Arizona State University (ASU).

    The IP2M METRR Difference

    Known as the "IP2M meter," this tool offers a distinct advantage over traditional assessment methods. It combines both the technical and social aspects in the implementation of an Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS). The IP2M METRR evaluates the entirety of the project environment, considering critical factors such as:

    • Project Management Maturity: The IP2M METRR assigns a quantifiable maturity level to an EVMS, providing a clear benchmark for improvement efforts.
    • Project Environment Assessment: This component delves into factors that can influence the effectiveness of an EVMS, such as organizational culture, resource availability, and communication channels. This assessment, though not issuing formal findings by DOE, offers valuable insights to project teams.

    Benefits of IP2M METRR

    • Enhanced Effectiveness: By considering both technical and environmental factors, PM-30 gains a more comprehensive understanding of a project's EVMS and its ability to support successful project execution.
    • Targeted Improvement: The quantifiable maturity rating and insights from the environmental assessment empower project teams to identify specific areas requiring improvement, leading to more focused and effective corrective actions.
    • Improved Risk Management: A comprehensive assessment fosters better understanding of potential risks associated with the project environment, enabling proactive mitigation strategies.

    Boost Your Expertise: IP2M METRR Certification

    To further support expertise in this area, ASU offers a certification course for the IP2M METRR. This course empowers practitioners to effectively utilize this powerful tool.

    Learn More

    Discover more about the IP2M METRR on the ASU Engineering webpage dedicated to the tool:

    ASU IP2M METRR

    DOE IP2M METRR Training



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    Patrick Milliken
    EVMS Lead
    Bechtel
    Richland WA
    (509) 554-4430
    mpmilliken@msn.com
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  • 2.  RE: Optimizing Projects with ASU's IP2M METRR: A DOE Advantage

    Posted 03-11-2024 04:09 PM

    Thanks Patrick,

    This is a great post.  I have worked with this and find it to be very useful for the assessment of how well EVM is used in the organization.  I like the idea of a maturity of an organization as opposed to correct or not.  We are working with this model quite a bit.  Is anyone else using this model?  How does it work in other organizations?  -Can you use the METRR for non-compliance programs?



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    Michael Marcell EVP PSP
    Vice President
    K2 Consulting
    Bethesda MD
    (240) 876-4833
    mmarcell@k2consulting.com
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  • 3.  RE: Optimizing Projects with ASU's IP2M METRR: A DOE Advantage

    Posted 03-25-2025 10:38 AM

    Just got into this as a result of Michael Marcell's excellent presentation at the 2025 AACE Northeast Symposium last week. Patrick, you left out the good part: IP2M METRR measures your project control capabilities on a 1000-point scale, tells you how likely you are to experience cost and schedule overruns, how bad those overruns are likely to be, and shows you what to fix in order to perform better. That is powerful stuff, and the basis for continual improvement!



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    Eric Christoph
    Partner
    Leesburg
    eric@transformativems.com
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  • 4.  RE: Optimizing Projects with ASU's IP2M METRR: A DOE Advantage

    Posted 03-26-2025 10:01 AM

    Thank you Eric!  I enjoyed performing the presentation.  Feel free to reach out anytime for more information on the presentation. 

    There is so much that can be captured from an assessment using METRR even for non EIA 748 programs.  The major challenge in using the EVM criteria as standard corporate practice for performance management is that companies do not know how mature their existing people, processes, technology, and data are.  This model gives a great baseline for companies to assess against, and also to monitor progress against.  There is a clear road map to maturity.  This addresses the interpersonal relationships for all stakeholders and how this influences the performance of the contracts. 

    Michael Marcell, EVP, PSP, SP

    President
    Subcommitee Chair for AACEi Productivity, Performance, & Earned Value



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    Michael Marcell
    Vice President
    Bethesda
    mmarcell@k2consulting.com
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