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Applying the PMBOK^® Guide Will Enhance the Commissioning Process and Result in Greater Project Success 
– by Aaron Pankonin, CBCP, CAPM
Commissioning of a project is a term that has different interpretations depending on who is using it. Originally developed as a guideline by the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE^® ), Guideline 0-2005, the commissioning process provides the framework to verify that a facility and its systems will function to meet the design intent and the owner’s needs and to coincide with the phases of a construction project. The intent of this paper is to improve a project manager’s understanding of the meaning of commissioning, the commissioning process, and how a formal commissioning plan can positively affect the success of a project.   

Trouble is a Claim "Door Bell": Ding-Dong, Where’s Your Notice? 
– by Rob Kelly Jr., PMP
Using "Notice" can protect both the contractor and the owner from claims-related troubles on a construction project. Proper Notice enables timely awareness of the issue and its potential impact. It provides recovery options. It allows the owner to make informed decisions and mitigate the potential impact of the issue. The concepts are universal for project managers in all work environments.