The Power of the Communication Clock in Shutdown Excellence
At i-PiS Pty Ltd, we believe time is more than a metric—it's a mission-critical asset during Shutdowns, Turnarounds, and Outages (STOs). During our recent Refinery Shutdown in June 2025 , we introduced a game-changing visual tool: the Communication Clock . As Shutdowns, Turnarounds, and Outages (STOs) become increasingly complex, time becomes not just money—it becomes risk, opportunity, and performance. That’s why visualizing and synchronizing daily activities through a Communication Clock , like the one we implemented during the Refinery Shut – June 2025 , is critical for operational success. Why the Communication Clock Matters The Communication Clock isn’t just a timeline—it's the visual heartbeat of a shutdown operation. The Communication Clock is more than a schedule—it's a real-time operational heartbeat. It aligns every stakeholder on key milestones: ✔️ Prestart and Permit Issuance ✔️ Tool Time Start/Finish ✔️ Smoko Breaks and Lunch ✔️ Bus Logistics ✔️ Cut-offs for...