About this Presentation
This illuminating session explores proven strategies for implementing Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) in corporate environments resistant to change. Drawing from a real-world case study of a €1M/month cost-of-delay project, the presentation reveals how to navigate organizational inertia and secure executive buy-in for CCPM adoption.
Attendees will gain practical insights into overcoming common obstacles, including how to present CCPM to key decision-makers—from plant directors to regional managers. The session outlines a strategic framework for piloting CCPM, emphasizing the importance of demonstrating concrete results before broader implementation. Using the example of a factory relocation project completed in two weeks instead of the typical six months, participants will learn how to build credibility and generate organic interest in CCPM methodologies.
Key takeaways include:
Techniques for analyzing past project performance to build a compelling case for change.
Strategies for securing budget approval for essential software tools.
Methods for conducting effective pilot programs.
Approaches for scaling CCPM adoption across an organization.
This session is particularly valuable for project managers and executives seeking to drive methodological change while maintaining operational excellence and stakeholder confidence.
What Will You Learn
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Instructor(s)
Milosz Garbarczuk
Miłosz Garbarczuk is a seasoned General Manager and Plant Director with over 15 years of experience driving transformational change in manufacturing and industrial sectors. Currently serving as Plant Manager and Board Member at Guardian Industries, he brings extensive expertise in business optimization, change management, and strategic leadership.
His track record includes successfully implementing Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) in large-scale operations, most notably during the development of a 22,000 m² production facility at Hager Group. Throughout his career, including key positions at ArcelorMittal, Allegion PLC, and Scafom-Rux, Miłosz has demonstrated exceptional ability in transforming organizations through innovative management approaches. At ArcelorMittal, he led a comprehensive cost reduction initiative targeting €100 per ton in savings through the execution of 1,500 projects across 14 production plants.
His expertise spans plant management, strategic planning, World Class Manufacturing, and Theory of Constraints implementation. Miłosz holds a Master of Science in Metallurgy from Politechnika Śląska w Gliwicach and has completed postgraduate studies in project management, manufacturing management, and lean management at several prestigious institutions. His recent certification in Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) from WSB Merito University in Wroclaw further enhances his expertise in modern project management methodologies.
With a combination of extensive operational experience and a commitment to continuous learning, Miłosz is a valuable voice in the field of manufacturing excellence and organizational transformation.
Ms Alka Wadhwa
Alka Wadhwa is an experienced consultant and process improvement expert with over 24 years of expertise in the Theory of Constraints (TOC), Lean Six Sigma, and organizational performance optimization. She has successfully led projects in healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing, driving significant improvements such as a 67% boost in hospital operations and a 140% increase in outpatient visits.
Previously, Alka Wadhwa spent 17+ years at GE Global Research Center, where she led initiatives to enhance various GE businesses through advanced technologies, process redesign, and system optimization. Founder of Better Solutions Consulting, LLC, she specializes in using TOC, Six Sigma, and data analytics to streamline operations and build high-performance teams.
Her work has earned her multiple accolades, including the Empire State Award of Excellence in healthcare.
Dr Gary Wadhwa
Dr. Gary Wadhwa is a Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon with extensive experience in the field. He completed his Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery training at Montefiore Hospital, Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, NY, and has served as an Attending at prestigious institutions like St. Peters Hospitals, Ellis Hospital, and Beth Israel Hospital in NY. With a career spanning over two decades, he was the former CEO and President of a group specialty practice in NY from 1994 to 2015. Dr. Wadhwa holds an MBA from UT at Knoxville, TN, and has undergone additional training in System Dynamics at MIT, Health System Management at Harvard Business School, and Entrepreneurship and healthcare innovations at Columbia Business School. Committed to expanding access to Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery care, he is currently engaged in a meaningful project to provide healthcare services to underserved populations in inner city and rural areas through non-profit Community Health Centers.