TILOS Software Advance

Course overview

TILOS (Time-Location-Quality-Oriented System) is a cutting-edge project management software designed specifically for the construction and infrastructure industries. It integrates time-based project scheduling with geographical location, providing users with a highly visual, innovative way of managing complex projects. This course focuses on the advanced functionalities of TILOS, aiming to provide participants with the skills to use the software efficiently in large-scale project management. The Advanced TILOS training is tailored for professionals looking to deepen their understanding of the software’s more intricate features, enabling them to handle complex tasks such as resource management, cost optimization, and project control with ease.

Through this course, participants will be equipped to leverage TILOS’s powerful features for effective planning, monitoring, and reporting. From advanced scheduling techniques to geo-referenced Gantt charts, this training will take users through every aspect of TILOS’s advanced capabilities. By the end of the training, participants will be able to apply their skills in real-world projects, ensuring optimized project delivery and improved efficiency in construction management.

Introduction

Project management in the construction and infrastructure sectors requires not only meticulous planning but also advanced tools that can handle the complexity of large projects. TILOS Software is designed to meet these needs by integrating time, location, and quality-based data into a comprehensive and easily navigable platform. While TILOS is well-known for its ability to create time-location diagrams, the software has a broad range of functionalities that go beyond simple scheduling.

In the advanced training course, participants will delve deeper into the software’s capabilities, learning to apply its features for complex project control, cost tracking, and advanced reporting. Unlike traditional scheduling tools, TILOS enables the visualization of both time and location, allowing users to manage resources, deadlines, and geospatial elements simultaneously. As the construction industry becomes more data-driven, learning how to leverage the full potential of TILOS becomes essential for project managers, planners, and coordinators.

This course is designed to take experienced TILOS users to the next level, helping them understand how to use advanced features to improve project efficiency, streamline communication, and enhance overall management.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this advanced TILOS Software training, participants will be able to:

• Understand Advanced Time-Location Planning: Master the advanced time-location diagram features to plan projects with a higher degree of complexity, enabling more accurate and flexible scheduling.
• Utilize Resource Management Tools: Learn to effectively allocate and manage resources across multiple project locations using TILOS, ensuring optimal resource utilization.
• Implement Cost and Budget Tracking: Gain proficiency in using TILOS to manage project budgets and costs, with features for tracking expenses against the original project plan.
• Optimize Project Monitoring and Reporting: Develop the skills to monitor project progress using TILOS’s reporting and tracking tools, providing real-time insights for decision-making.
• Work with Advanced Scheduling Techniques: Learn how to manage and optimize construction schedules using advanced techniques like critical path method (CPM), resource leveling, and milestone tracking in TILOS.
• Apply Geographic Information Systems (GIS): Explore how GIS functionality in TILOS can be used to better understand the geographical context of a project, enhancing the integration of time, location, and logistics.
• Collaborate Efficiently with Team Members: Use TILOS’s collaborative features to streamline team communication, document sharing, and task management for seamless project execution.
• Design and Share Advanced Reports: Learn how to design custom reports, including progress reports and milestone evaluations, to track project health and make informed decisions.
• Customize Project Settings: Gain skills in customizing TILOS to suit specific project requirements, including setting up user profiles, permissions, and workflows tailored to your project needs.

Our Unique Training Methodology

Our TILOS Advanced training course employs a hands-on, interactive, and practical approach to learning. We believe that learning is most effective when it is directly applicable to real-world scenarios. Our training methodology is designed to ensure that participants not only learn the theoretical aspects of the software but also gain practical experience through a combination of instructional content, guided exercises, and case studies.

Key aspects of our training methodology include:

• Hands-On Learning: Participants will engage with the TILOS software throughout the course, working on exercises and case studies that mirror real-world projects. This ensures they develop practical skills they can apply immediately in their jobs.
• Expert-Led Instruction: Our instructors are seasoned professionals with extensive experience in project management and TILOS software. They bring industry knowledge and best practices to the training, offering valuable insights and solutions to challenges participants may face.
• Scenario-Based Exercises: To enhance understanding, the course includes various scenario-based exercises that simulate typical challenges faced by project managers in construction and infrastructure projects. This helps participants understand how to apply TILOS’s advanced features to solve real-world problems.
• Interactive Discussions: Participants will have opportunities to discuss challenges and best practices with peers and instructors, fostering a collaborative learning environment. This allows for sharing insights and experiences across industries.
• Comprehensive Resources: Each participant will have access to a range of resources, including user guides, video tutorials, and templates, which they can use post-training to continue their learning journey and reference as needed.

Pre-course Assessment

To ensure that all participants are equipped with the necessary background knowledge, we conduct a pre-course assessment. This assessment evaluates participants’ proficiency with TILOS and identifies areas where they may need additional focus during the course. The pre-course assessment includes:

• Knowledge Check: A brief test covering basic TILOS concepts and functionalities, such as time-location diagrams, Gantt chart creation, and scheduling principles.
• Skill Assessment: Participants will be asked to complete a short exercise in TILOS, using the basic tools of the software. This allows the instructor to gauge each participant’s familiarity with the software.
• Goal Setting: Participants will outline their specific learning goals for the course. Whether they aim to improve project tracking or optimize resource allocation, understanding their goals helps tailor the training to their needs.

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Advanced TILOS Features

• Overview of TILOS and its advanced functionalities
• Importance of Time-Location Planning for complex projects
• How TILOS integrates with project management tools

Module 2: Advanced Time-Location Diagrams

• Creating complex time-location diagrams for large-scale projects
• Adjusting and modifying diagrams for real-time project conditions
• Linking time-location diagrams to project milestones

Module 3: Resource Management in TILOS

• Allocating and managing resources across multiple locations
• Optimizing resource utilization and reducing idle time
• Advanced resource leveling techniques using TILOS

Module 4: Cost and Budget Management

• Setting up project budgets in TILOS
• Tracking and analyzing costs in real-time
• Generating financial reports to monitor budget adherence

Module 5: Advanced Scheduling Techniques

• Critical Path Method (CPM) in TILOS
• Managing and optimizing complex schedules
• Handling delays and deviations from the plan

Module 6: GIS Integration in TILOS

• Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Using GIS tools to enhance project planning and execution
• Mapping out project locations and resources in TILOS

Module 7: Monitoring Project Progress with TILOS

• Setting up progress tracking for large projects
• Monitoring milestones and deadlines in real-time
• Using Gantt charts to visualize project progress

Module 8: Advanced Reporting Features

• Customizing reports to suit project needs
• Designing progress, resource allocation, and cost reports
• Sharing and exporting reports for stakeholder engagement

Module 9: Collaboration and Team Management

• Using TILOS’s collaborative tools to enhance teamwork
• Managing tasks and assigning responsibilities to team members
• Streamlining document sharing and communication in TILOS

Module 10: Risk Management and Contingency Planning

• Identifying potential risks in the project timeline
• Using TILOS to create contingency plans
• Managing and mitigating risks as they arise

Module 11: Customizing TILOS for Your Project Needs

• Tailoring TILOS settings to project specifications
• Customizing user profiles and permissions
• Adjusting workflows to optimize project delivery

Module 12: Integration with Other Project Management Tools

• Integrating TILOS with other software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project)
• Synchronizing TILOS data with external tools for seamless management
• Benefits of integration for large, multi-faceted projects

Module 13: Troubleshooting and Best Practices

• Common challenges and how to troubleshoot in TILOS
• Best practices for using TILOS effectively on large projects
• Tips for maximizing the software’s features to enhance project management

Post-course Assessment

At the conclusion of the course, participants will complete a post-course assessment to evaluate their learning progress. The post-course assessment consists of:

• Practical Project: Participants will be asked to apply their advanced TILOS skills to a project scenario, creating detailed time-location diagrams, resource allocations, and progress tracking tools.
• Knowledge Test: A written test covering key concepts, such as advanced scheduling, cost management, and GIS integration, ensuring that participants have grasped the core concepts of the training.
• Feedback Survey: A survey to gather participant feedback on the course content, delivery, and overall learning experience, helping us improve future training programs.

Lessons Learned

Upon completing the TILOS Software Advanced training, participants will walk away with the following key lessons:

• Mastery of TILOS’s advanced scheduling, resource management, and cost tracking tools, enabling them to handle complex construction projects with ease.
• The ability to create and manage time-location diagrams for large-scale projects, improving both planning accuracy and resource optimization.
• Proficiency in using GIS integration for better geographical awareness and decision-making within the project.
• A thorough understanding of advanced reporting and project monitoring features, allowing for real-time project control and communication with stakeholders.