A simpler, safer programming and execution model for intermittent systems

Abstract The paper provides a detailed estimation of the interfaces that exist in a split SURF-SPS execution model and provides a qualitative comparison to an integrated SURF-SPS execution model. A comprehensive matrix of dependencies between SURF and SPS is presented and is categorized into engineering, procurement, construction/fabrication and installation work packages. The matrix is used to illustrate the exact scope dependencies and thus, the sources of interfaces. A hypothetical greenfield development has been assumed to develop the interface matrix and to use it for comparison of the two execution models. The comparison also reveals how interfaces are naturally eliminated in an integrated SURF-SPS execution model. In each of the workstreams (E-P-C-I), top risks have been identified and monetary liability estimates for those risks have been provided. By transfer of these risks from company to contractor, monetary liability gets transferred to the contractor, thus, resulting in significant savings for operating companies. The following tangible results are provided in the paper: a) % of interface(s) reduced in the E-P-C-I areas; b) Risk reduction in monetary terms for operators – estimated values. This paper justifies the fact that there is a significant interface scope and risk reduction for operators, if they adopt an integrated SURF-SPS execution model.

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Global Futures: A Multithreaded Execution Model for Global Arrays-based Applications

2012 12th IEEE/ACM International Symposium on Cluster, Cloud and Grid Computing (ccgrid 2012) ◽

10.1109/ccgrid.2012.105 ◽

2012 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Daniel Chavarría-Miranda ◽

Sriram Krishnamoorthy ◽

Abhinav Vishnu

Keyword(s):

Global Arrays ◽

Execution Model ◽

Global Futures

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Realizing your strategy’s potential: a seven-step model for its effective execution

Strategy and Leadership ◽

10.1108/sl-09-2018-0088 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 46 (6) ◽

pp. 35-43 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Timothy J. Galpin

Keyword(s):

Middle Managers ◽

Full Potential ◽

Senior Executives ◽

Strategy Execution ◽

Step Method ◽

Content Type ◽

Step Model ◽

Managing Strategy ◽

Execution Model ◽

Practical Implications

Purpose A seven-step Strategy Execution Model provides a tested guide to agile implementation. Design/methodology/approach Pragmatic actions, key deliverables and a case example for each of the seven steps in the model are presented. Findings Firms that focus more on strategic planning than implementation are often plagued with execution issues. Whereas, organizations that are able to execute their strategies as a well managed, integrated process have a much better chance of realizing the full potential of their plans. Practical implications Supporting the experience of numerous management teams, research indicates that poor execution often squanders the value companies anticipate from innovative, advantageous strategic initiatives. To minimize the likelihood of mismanagement, companies need a repeatable process that provides an integrated and actionable approach to effective strategy execution. Originality/value Senior executives and middle managers need a structured, coordinated system for managing strategy implementation. The author’s seven-step method has been tested in practice and refined. It emphasizes communication and agile adaptability.

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