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July/August 2004
ARTICLES:
Megaprojects — They Are a Different Breed
by J. Richard Capka
Successful megaprojects start with an appreciation of the "mega" task at hand.Great Expectations
by Tom Sorel
Meeting or exceeding public expectations is the key factor in earning public trust and confidence.Building Public Trust
by Jim Sinnette
The road to public confidence is paved with accurate cost estimates and schedules, community involvement, progress tracking, and effective communications.The Life Cycle Continuum
by Tom Sorel
A management structure that moves a megaproject along with seamless transitions between the project's phases can affect the final outcome and success.From Highways to Skyways and Seaways — the Intermodal Challenge
by John V. Broadhurst
Partnerships are the name of the game when it comes to managing intermodal megaprojects.Reducing Uncertainty
by Chris Allen
Managing risk from the outset can ensure smoother delivery over the life of a transportation megaproject.Accounting for Megaproject Dollars
by Jim Sinnette
Efforts are underway to help improve cost estimating for major highway projects.Megaproject Procurement: Breaking from Tradition
by Gerald Yakowenko
Looking beyond design-bid-build to find another project delivery method that's right for the megaproject.Sharing Experiences and Lessons Learned
By Chris Allen and Phil E. Barnes
The spirit of innovation on megaprojects reveals knowledge about engineering, construction, and effective management.A Well-Conceived Plan Will Put It All Together
by J. Richard Capka
A successful billion-dollar journey starts and finishes with a roadmap.
July/August 2004 · Vol. 68 · No. 1
