Topic - Insights & Analytics

MServ Brief: Fast Track Excellence with MCi's Managed Service Offering

Learn how MCi's managed service offering can free your team from administrative burdens and allow them to focus on strategic initiatives.

Ask the Expert: Maximizing Efficiency and Budgeting with Time on Tools

Explore how Time on Tools revolutionizes operational efficiency in plant management.

myTrack - Bridging the Gap Between Owners and Contractors

Find out how the myTrack platform is designed to streamline operations, foster stronger relationships, and drive efficiency.

Streamline Capital Project Management

Discover how you can use myTrack to transform your capital project management, driving efficiency, compliance, and success.

Contract Health Check: Maximize Your Time & Contract Health

See how the Track Platform centralizes your contract data in one place.

Insights: The Track Platform

Find out how Insights can help your business make data-driven decisions in real time.

Lump Sum in Track

Find out how Track can give you the data you need to make better contracting decisions.

Maintenance Manager Achieves 95% Cost Accuracy and Real-Time Data Forecasting

See how a Maintenance Manager achieved 95% cost accuracy and real-time spending insights with myTrack, eliminating budget surprises and improving project outcomes.

Global Mining Leader Reduces Contractor Costs by 12% with TRACK & MServ

Find out how a $50 billion international mining company used TRACK and MServ to realize 12% annual savings.

MCi MServ Significant Findings in Material Spend

With MServ's partnership, a global industrial leader identified $8 million in cost avoidance and achieved a 50x ROI by addressing supplier charge discrepancies and enhancing compliance measures.

MCi MServ Seamlessly Processed Vendor Hours

A heavy asset industry leader improved vendor relations, operational efficiency, and transparency by embracing the TRACK contractor data management system with MServ support.

MCi MServ Substantial Project Savings

A 6-week partnership with MServ on a $108 million project delivered a 7x ROI, clearing unallocated hours, and projecting over $1 million in cost savings.

MCi MServ The Power of Collaboration

Facing payment delays due to inefficient processes, a leading industrial supplier collaborated with MCi's MServ team, significantly improving efficiency and financial stability.

3 Ways myTrack Simplifies WHS Compliance for Miners in Australia

In Australia, managing Work Health and Safety compliance in high-risk mining environments is no easy task. If manual processes are slowing you down, it’s time to discover myTrack. This video covers

MCi at MINExpo International 2024

Check out MCi's Sol Broady at MINExpo 2024! Learn more about our cutting-edge contractor management solutions and innovations in the mining industry. In just 60 seconds, learn how myTrack can streamli

5 Reasons to Choose Tools with Open APIs

In this video, we're diving into the transformative power of technology in #heavyindustry . This video is a much-watch for businesses in sectors like #oilandgasindustry , #powergeneration and the #mi

Insights-as-a-Service | Management Controls Inc.

Management Controls Inc. Insights-as-a-Service empowers companies with unparalleled human intelligence, based on the proprietary, real-time data gathered from the field. With daily updates on contract

Women in Supply Chain: What They’re Doing Matters to the Future of Supply Chains

Jackie Andre, MCi's Senior Director, is highlighted in an article celebrating the impactful roles of women in the supply chain industry, showcasing their contributions to innovation.

Management Controls Launches MServ, Global Managed Service Offering For Track® Platform

Learn more about MServ, our new global managed service for the TRACK Platform.

How myTrack Strengthens Owner-Contractor Relationships with Real-Time Data

Manufacturing industries worldwide face economic challenges, including staffing issues, excessive regulation, and supply chain disruptions. These issues can strain relationships...

Best Practices for Vendor Onboarding During a Turnaround or Outage

Timely, accurate payments are the cornerstone of strong vendor relationships, and myTrack simplifies this by auditing invoices, ensuring compliance, and integrating seamlessly with...

5 Audit Traps in Steel Manufacturing and How to Avoid Them

Find out five warning signs steel company should look out for to avoid overpayments and how myTrack can help.

How Healthy Are Your Contracts? 8 Contract Areas to Review

Is there anything more vital than your health? Most of us would say no. Similarly, robust contracts are crucial--especially if you’re a Procurement Manager in the heavy-asset...

What Are 4 Key Impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Heavy Industry?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is ubiquitous and is impacting nearly every industry. For the heavy-asset industry, AI has already begun to positively impact how the industry can...

The Resurgence of U.S. Manufacturing: A New Era of Onshoring

In recent years, there has been a significant shift in the manufacturing landscape of the United States. The trend of offshoring, which began in the late 1970s and saw over 60,000...

Wired for Change? Why the Utility Industry Needs Digital Tech

The utility sector is navigating a storm of challenges. Surging demand is colliding with escalating concerns over grid reliability. Meanwhile, others are calling for enhanced...

What Key Challenges Are Reshaping the Downstream Industry?

In the ever-evolving landscape of the oil and gas industry, the downstream sector faces many challenges—from cost control barriers to workforce shortages to digitalization hurdles. ...

4 Ways myTrack Delivers Value for the IRA Tax Credit

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provides $500 billion in new spending and tax breaks to boost clean energy, increase tax revenues, and reduce healthcare costs. Under IRA section...

2024 Outlook: Can Heavy Industry Overcome Its Labor Challenges?

As 2024 kicks off, major manufacturing hubs around the world continue to face a tough labor market. The struggles vary—whether your company is trying to fill an entry-level...

TRACK Through the Eyes of a Former Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager with over 40 years of maintenance experience, answers how TRACK helped improve his maintenance budget performance and daily management.

Future-Proof Your Business Through Digitization of Your Contractor Workforce

The pandemic has taught us that consideration for the future is a must. Learn how digitizing your contractor workforce can help future proof your business.

Fixed Fee: The Best Use of this Contracting Strategy

The Fixed Fee contracting strategy defines a fixed amount for payment at the beginning of a contractual engagement.

8 Ways the myTrack Platform Differs from a Vendor Management System(VMS)

With Industry 4.0 on our doorstep, companies are looking for ways to digitally transform their contractor management processes. Find out 8 ways the myTrack platform differs from a VMS system.

Contractor Spend Management: The Error Proof Process to Ensure Invoice Accuracy

TRACK Platform digitizes and automates the contractor management process from the time work begins through payment. TRACK integrates with Pre-qualification Solutions, ERP Systems, and Access...

TRACK Mobile Insights | Make Data-Driven Decisions On-The-Go

Management Controls, Inc. launches Insights Mobile offering to provide valuable insights wherever you are working.

4 Strategies to Control Mining Contractor Service Costs During an Economic Turndown

Consider these strategies to better control mining contractor service costs and help your company work smarter through the economic downturn.

Daily Cost Transparency During STO's (Shutdowns, Turnarounds, and Outages)

The TRACK Platform provides daily cost transparency at the work level, enabling companies to identify problems proactively and minimize cost overruns.

Management Controls is Delivering the Future of Automated Benchmarking

Compare Key Performance Metrics across your Enterprise Operations

What Are 3 Trends & Challenges Facing Downstream Markets?

Discover emerging trends and obstacles facing the downstream petrochemical industry. Learn how companies are transitioning to digital solutions.

How to Keep Mining Projects On-Schedule & On-Budget

Find out how the mining industry is embracing new technologies to safely deliver mining projects on time and within budget.

Ready to Error-Proof Your Audit Findings?

Find out how to close your audit gaps to error-proof the process for validating contract work hours. Plus, you'll improve owner-contractor relationships.

What Are the Top 3 Mining Procurement Challenges?

Overcome your mining procurement obstacles. Learn how to scale mining operations, stay on budget, manage purchase orders, and resolve vendor disputes.

Why Choose Managed Services? Three Benefits for Heavy Industry

Discover the benefits of managed services. See why you should engage subject matter experts so your employees can do what they do best.

Maintenance Manager Q&A: Taking Plant Safety from Weekly Fires to Goal Zero

We spoke with Bruce Grissom, a former Maintenance Manager with over 40 years of experience. He shared how he helped to build a safety culture and how safety has evolved in the...

Why Paper Timesheets Won't Cut It for Capturing Time On-Site

In this era of Industry 4.0, the benefits of automation are touted at every turn. It may be hard to believe that paper-based timesheets are still a big part of how owners and vendors...

[Infographic] 6 Common Contractor Invoicing Errors

Using third-party contractors to supplement your in-house workforce is common in the heavy asset industry -- from chemical to pulp and paper to mining facilities. Contractors can...

How Technology is Helping Miners Deliver on Net-Zero Strategies

When it comes to going green, the mining and metals industry is feeling pressure on many fronts. First, there is pressure to deliver on tough carbon reduction goals – such as...

10 Ways Leaky Contracts Can Hurt Your Business

In the heavy asset industry, leaky contracts are a critical challenge that can impact project timelines, budgets, and overall operational efficiency. In fact, EY estimates that...

How to Use TRACK to Qualify for Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Energy Credits

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provides $500 billion in new spending and tax breaks to boost clean energy, increase tax revenues, and reduce healthcare costs. Signed into law in...

3 Challenges of Legacy Systems & Data in Contractor Spend

Today's heavy-asset industry has moved from the assembly line to the computing cloud. Yet, there is a persistent demand for more digital transformation. This can include a myriad of...

Q&A: How to Manage Your Commercial Strategy & Mitigate Risk

We spoke with Mike Mantooth, Director, Capital Projects, at MCi. He is the former Global Contract Manager at United States Steel Corp. As a contract expert, Mike shared his thoughts...

Why You Need Contractor Data Management During Turnaround Season

Many refineries postponed planned maintenance and improvement projects—first during COVID-19 and then amid supply-chain disruptions and pressure to ramp back up. By comparison, this...

[Infographic] 5 Facts: Unlocking the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)

Explore the transformative potential of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) with Management Controls' insightful infographic.

5 Reasons You Need Tech Tools With an Open API

In the heavy-asset industry, the shift towards digitalization has been occurring steadily. Many small companies dip their toe in and update systems as they scale. Large companies in...

3 Government Incentives Businesses Can Benefit From, With the Right Technology

Check out MCi President Ken Naughton's Fast Company article on how businesses can leverage three key government incentives with the right technology.

It’s Time for Utilities to Back Smart Grid Optimization with the Right Tech

Check out MCi's Mike Naughton in Power Magazine on how utilities can leverage the right technology to optimize smart grid systems, enhancing efficiency and reliability for a sustainable energy future.

How Can Businesses Control Inflation in Construction Projects?

Check out MCi in Iron Pros discussing how to control inflation in construction projects. Learn more about essential strategies for managing rising costs.

How Technology Helps Overcome 10 of the Top Operational Challenges in the Energy Sector

Discover how technology addresses top operational challenges in the energy sector, ensuring contract accuracy, improving financial oversight, and enhancing overall efficiency and compliance.

How the Right Mix of Technology & Managed Services Can Help Chemical Companies Compete and Grow

In this article, we explore the transformative power of technology and managed services for chemical companies.

Management Controls Highlights Top Trends and Predictions for the Paper Industry

Check out MCi President Ken Naughton's article in Paper, Film, & Foil Converter Magazine on the latest trends and predictions shaping the paper industry.

Management Highlights Top Trends and Predictions for Heavy Asset Industry

Discover MCi President Ken Naughton's analysis in Australian Manufacturing on the heavy asset industry's future, emphasizing technology and employee well-being amidst various challenges.

How Smart Industrial Technology Factors into ESSA, Corporate Culture

In her Smart Industry article, Jackie Andre, Senior Director at Management Controls, delves into how merging smart industrial technology with the ESSA methodology can revolutionize manufacturing.

A Four-Step Methodology for Leaner and More Effective Supply Chains

MCi's Jackie Andre introduces the ESSA methodology in SupplyChainBrain, a strategy enhancing supply chain efficiency and agility through simplification and standardization.

Improve Business by Employing the ESSA Approach

In OILWOMAN Magazine, MCi's Jackie Andre highlights ESSA as a key strategy for optimizing oil and gas operations, focusing on efficiency, cost reduction, and digital transformation.

How MSEs Can Help with the Heavy Industry’s Heavy Lifting

MCi's Delanie Sloan in Spiceworks highlights the critical role of Managed Service Experts in heavy industry, enhancing efficiency, consistency, and decision-making through advanced technology.

Transforming the Owner-Contractor Relationships Using Data

MCi President Ken Naughton discusses in Supply & Demand Chain Executive how data analytics transforms owner-contractor relationships in manufacturing, enhancing productivity, safety, and transparency.

[Infographic] 5 Audit Traps in Manufacturing and How to Avoid Them

Learn how to identify these warning signs and implement best practices to protect your business from costly errors.

[Infographic] 5 Reasons You Need to Plan for Time on Tools

Find out why all heavy-asset industries need to lean on Time on Tools to optimize the actual time available to the workforce and site managers to improve contractor spend.

[Infographic] 4 Ways myTrack Delivers Value for the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Tax Credit

Find out how myTrack supports companies in qualifying for the IRA Tax Credit through project identification, compliance tracking, workforce insights, and material credits.