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CNA Annual Conference 2024: Foundations for Success

PTAG is proud to be a Silver Sponsor for the Canadian Nuclear Association’s (CNA) Annual Conference in Ottawa, February 28 – March 1. Canada is set to rapidly expand its nuclear sector in both existing and new markets, built on a foundation of growing government and public support. However, long-term success depends on the industry […]

Free Webinar on Next Gen AWP: How Does Contracting Impact Project Performance?

CII’s NextGen (formerly AWP+Lean) series of webinars has addressed many best practices leveraged across the different industries that contribute to improvements in Project Delivery. Consistently, the degree to which they drive success is partially shaped by the contracting strategy, type of contracts selected, and the underlying relationships. Join PTAG’s Mark Guy, along with CII colleagues […]

“Energy Project Management Fundamentals” Course

In conjunction with Ontario Tech University’s TALENT, PTAG is pleased to deliver another edition of the “Energy Project Management Fundamentals” course.

Planning For Startup

Startup is the transitional phase between plant construction completion and commercial operations, including all the activities that bridge these two phases. Critical steps within Startup include system turnover, checkout of systems, commissioning of systems, introduction of feedstock, and performance testing. The importance of Startup planning is exemplified by the pressures to increase profits by reducing […]

PTAG’s Commitment to Community: A Day of Giving Back with 360ºKIDS

At PTAG, we believe in the power of community and the impact that collective efforts can make in shaping a brighter future. As part of our ongoing commitment to support the communities in which we live and work, PTAG continues it’s partnership with 360ºKIDS, an organization dedicated to supporting homeless youth in York region, Ontario. […]

PTAG & Foresight webinar recap: Accelerate your Capital Project Delivery with AI- November 16, 2023

In this webinar, Michael Dubreuil and Atif Ansar, from our software partner Foresight, discussed unlocking the hidden value in Oracle Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project data, using AI.  In a fireside chat format discussion moderated by PTAG’s Jeremy Rasmussen, they covered “Why capital projects need AI”, “How projects can benefit from AI”, “Identifying priorities and […]

Celebrating Six Years of Excellence: Farewell to a Remarkable Colleague “Becky Wright”

In the business world, change is the only constant, and while it brings about challenges, it also heralds new opportunities and adventures. Today, we find ourselves at the crossroads of bidding farewell to a cherished member of our team, “Becky Wright.” Becky has been a stalwart of our organization for the past six years, and […]

PTAG/Foresight Joint Webinar: Accelerate your Capital Project Delivery with AI

How AI can help you build megaprojects faster If your construction teams are suffering from delays and cost overruns on major projects, there is a solution. By applying AI, machine learning and natural language processing to project schedule data, you can unleash predictive insights about delay risks and schedule compression opportunities. Join Foresight’s Atif Ansar […]

Collaborative contracting for Small Modular Reactors Webinar Recap- October 25, 2023

In this webinar PTAG’s Michael Dubreuil and Bruce Burwell along their CII colleagues presented an update on how Industrial IPD and CII Best Practices are supporting early first-mover SMR projects in both the United States and Canada with growing international interest.

Free Webinar with a Power Sector Focus: Collaborative Contracting for Small Modular Reactors

The world will increasingly rely on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) to meet its emission reduction targets as it transitions its sources of energy generation. Compared to other generation alternatives, SMRs provide a safer, more reliable, economical, and environmentally responsible alternative for energy generation to supply industry and society. With the planned pace of energy transition, […]