Project Management Information System (PMIS) Functions
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What software is specifically mentioned as being for Quantity Surveyors and Consulting Construction Estimators?

  • FAST TRACK
  • QS Plus (correct)
  • CO CONSTRUCT
  • MS Project
  • Which software uses a format based on the Elemental method of estimating for project cost estimation?

  • MS Project
  • QS Plus (correct)
  • FAST TRACK
  • CO CONSTRUCT
  • In which year was FAST TRACK first made available?

  • 2005
  • 1987 (correct)
  • 1999
  • 2010
  • Which software allows users to organize tasks into project plans and view project details in Gantt charts?

    <p>FAST TRACK</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of service is CO CONSTRUCT?

    <p>Project Management Service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which software is specifically mentioned as having a module for measuring and determining the cost of preliminary sketch designs?

    <p>QS Plus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of software is used to plan, monitor, and control project progress in construction projects?

    <p>Scheduling Software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are buffers and the critical path calculated in construction scheduling software?

    <p>Based on process durations, deadlines, and relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of a Project Communication System in construction projects?

    <p>Supporting collaboration and information exchange</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the cogency of a digital construction diary be enhanced?

    <p>By integrating media like photo documentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do project communication systems provide to all project members for coordination in a construction project?

    <p>Workflow support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what form are the results typically displayed in construction scheduling software?

    <p>Gantt chart, network plan, or list</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of project management software?

    <p>To organize and manage project resources efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key function of Project Management Information Systems (PMIS)?

    <p>Document Management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three major areas that a computer serves as a powerful tool for during the construction phase of a project?

    <p>Logistics Planning, Document Management, Cost Estimation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT part of the management functions involved in construction projects?

    <p>Data Analysis Techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature of modern methods of project planning and control?

    <p>Use of Project Scheduling Software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is integration of schedules, costs, and work performance necessary in a project management system?

    <p>To ensure efficient handling of information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature of Primavera P6 allows teams to work simultaneously on the same project?

    <p>Multiuser system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of Primavera software is highlighted as providing meaningful data delivered quickly?

    <p>Real-time reporting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using Primavera P6 for project management?

    <p>Flexibility in managing tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature of Primavera software assists in identifying, tracking, and resolving risks before they become issues?

    <p>Risk analysis features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of access does Primavera P6 offer with the Enterprise option?

    <p>Web app access in addition to desktop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a drawback highlighted in the text regarding using Primavera software?

    <p>High cost compared to other options</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which project management tool is designed for Windows only?

    <p>Oracle's Primavera P6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which project management tool lacks a portfolio roadmap?

    <p>Oracle's Primavera P6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which project management tool has a steep learning curve?

    <p>Oracle's Primavera P6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which project management tool is cumbersome for smaller and simpler projects?

    <p>Oracle's Primavera P6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which project management tool features project budgeting?

    <p>Microsoft Project</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which project management tool's customer service could be better?

    <p>Oracle's Primavera P6</p> Signup and view all the answers

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