Category: Cost Engineering

Parametric cost estimating is a statistical method that requires quantitative input. It’s a disciplined, objective approach that’s relatively quick to use and whose results are sensitive to changes in the value of the selected parameters. This approach is useful when available information is not very detailed, as this method considers past data and trends and […]

The Revolutionary Thread A data concept has recently emerged in modern business: the digital thread initiative. This isn’t just a run-of-the-mill technological development. It’s a revolutionary approach to reshaping how organizations conceive, create, and maintain their products and systems. A digital thread is a lifeline of data, weaving through the structure of an organization, linking […]

Strategic Withdrawal Defense contractors are turning down business from their largest and most reliable client, the Pentagon. This growing trend, publicized in a recent article by the Wall Street Journal, isn’t just a fluctuation in the defense industry’s business practices; it’s a stark indication of the deep-seated challenges now facing those who operate within this […]

A year ago, I embarked on a journey with Unison, bringing a suitcase filled with experiences in introducing new technology to the government – from cybersecurity to Data Analytics and Data Security software. But here’s the twist: many times, in my career, contracting has been pigeonholed into the big, cumbersome elephant in the room, often […]

The Golden Rule: Bring the Data W.E. Deming’s famous words, “In God we trust. All others must bring data,” isn’t just a witty joke—it’s the bedrock of any disciplined approach to problem-solving. Deming’s point illuminates the indispensable role of data, measurement, and analysis in evaluating current performance against pre-established standards. In essence, it’s the cornerstone […]