Strategic Initial Consultation for Investment Protection
Modernizing existing facilities is not a technical problem.
It is an integration problem.
Structured investment protection before retrofit and modernization projects.
THE PROBLEM
- Typical risk factors:
Hidden system dependencies - Unclear scope boundaries (by others)
- Interfaces across disciplines
- Work affecting ongoing production
- Underestimated downtime impacts
The greatest project costs arise through rework and schedule delays, rather than during planning.
THE APPROACH
The Brownfield integration review assesses the project as an integrated system, including the interfaces between disciplines.
Objectives:
- Transparency on critical integration points
- Feasibility assessment for existing facilities
- Structured risk assessment
- Decision support for management
The service does not replace planning. It safeguards the planning process.
STRUCTURE & DURATION
Typical project duration: 6–8 weeks.
Phases:
- Context definition
- Interface analysis
- Risk assessment
- Feasibility review
- Recommended actions
- Decision preparation
Scope can be adapted to the project.
TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY
The work is performed personally by Dirk Scherer.
Direct involvement.
No delegation.
Priorities tailored to each project.
Planning a modernization of an existing facility?
A structured initial consultation establishes whether the project is relevant.
