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?

FAST TRACK Signup and view all the answers

What type of service is CO CONSTRUCT?

Project Management Service 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?

QS Plus Signup and view all the answers

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

Scheduling Software Signup and view all the answers

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

Based on process durations, deadlines, and relationships Signup and view all the answers

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

Supporting collaboration and information exchange Signup and view all the answers

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

By integrating media like photo documentation Signup and view all the answers

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

Workflow support Signup and view all the answers

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

Gantt chart, network plan, or list Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of project management software?

To organize and manage project resources efficiently Signup and view all the answers

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

Document Management 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?

Logistics Planning, Document Management, Cost Estimation Signup and view all the answers

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

Data Analysis Techniques Signup and view all the answers

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

Use of Project Scheduling Software Signup and view all the answers

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

To ensure efficient handling of information Signup and view all the answers

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

Multiuser system Signup and view all the answers

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

Real-time reporting Signup and view all the answers

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

Flexibility in managing tasks Signup and view all the answers

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

Risk analysis features Signup and view all the answers

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

Web app access in addition to desktop Signup and view all the answers