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Forensic Scheduling

At DAC Consulting Services, Forensic Scheduling plays a pivotal role in helping clients manage complex project timelines, resolve delays, and mitigate risks. By integrating advanced scheduling techniques with industry-leading expertise, we provide stakeholders with the clarity and insights needed to make informed decisions, optimise project delivery, and address disputes effectively.

What is Forensic Scheduling?

Forensic scheduling is the detailed analysis of project timelines to understand past events, identify critical paths, and evaluate delays or disruptions. At DAC, we apply this expertise not only to resolve disputes but also to proactively assist clients in mitigating potential risks and delays during a project's lifecycle.


Our forensic scheduling expertise supports clients in navigating the intricacies of project planning, delay analysis, and reinstatement.

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Applications in Insurance Claims

Our forensic scheduling expertise is particularly valuable in insurance contexts, where delays can have significant financial implications. We support insurers and policyholders by:


  • Accelerating repairs to reduce business interruption periods.
  • Performing critical path analysis on reinstatement plans.
  • Supporting DSU claims by providing detailed, evidence-based delay analyses.



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Our Approach

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Data Collection

Comprehensive review of project schedules, contracts, progress reports, and related documentation.



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Analysis

Application of critical path analysis and delay methodologies to identify

and evaluate the impact of disruptions.

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Reporting

Clear, concise, and evidence-backed reports that stand up to scrutiny in disputes or claims processes.



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Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborating with all relevant parties to ensure alignment and understanding of project status, delays, and proposed solutions.

Industry Expertise

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DAC’s forensic scheduling specialists have extensive experience in managing and resolving scheduling challenges across a wide range of industries. We bring deep expertise in onshore, offshore, and midstream petrochemical projects, including:


  • Offshore Platforms: Design, installation, and operational scheduling.
  • Refineries: Maintenance and upgrade schedules.
  • Pipelines: Construction and reinstatement plans.
  • Terminals: Scheduling for cargo handling and logistics projects.
  • Petrochemical Storage Plants: Timelines for installation, operation, and capacity expansions.


Our team’s breadth of experience ensures that we can tailor our forensic scheduling services to the unique demands of any project or industry.

Why Choose DAC for Forensic Scheduling?

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Unmatched Expertise

Our team comprises professionals with decades of experience in scheduling complex projects across diverse industries.

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Proven Results

We have successfully supported clients in resolving high-profile disputes and optimising project delivery worldwide.

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Comprehensive Solutions

From delay analysis to critical path optimisation, we offer a full range of forensic scheduling services.

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Client-Centric Approach

We work closely with clients to deliver solutions that are practical, efficient, and tailored to their needs.

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Critical Path Analysis

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Critical Path Analysis

We identify and assess the activities on the critical path of a project, ensuring stakeholders understand which tasks are essential for timely completion. This insight helps streamline decision-making and prioritise actions that have the most significant impact on project timelines.

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Delay Analysis

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Delay Analysis

Our experts perform detailed investigations into project delays, quantifying their impact and identifying their causes. We specialise in providing clarity in disputes, including those related to Delay in Start-Up (DSU) claims under construction policies.

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Business Interruption (BI) Mitigation

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Business Interruption (BI) Mitigation

We assist insurers and stakeholders in accelerating repair schedules to reduce business interruption periods. By coordinating reinstatement plans and optimising critical activities, we help minimise financial and operational impacts.

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Project Monitoring and Status Reporting

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Project Monitoring and Status Reporting

DAC provides real-time assessments of project progress, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions and address potential issues before they escalate.

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Disruption and Acceleration Claims

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Disruption and Acceleration Claims

We evaluate claims related to project disruption or acceleration, offering expert opinions to support or refute claims in litigation, arbitration, or insurance contexts.

Our Global Expertise

DAC’s global presence enables us to offer forensic scheduling support across industries and regions.


With offices in key locations such as London, Dubai, Miami, and Mexico City, and a network of experts in Berlin, Bogota, Houston, Madrid, Montreal, and Brisbane, we provide multidisciplinary insights tailored to local contexts.

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Get in Touch

At DAC Consulting Services, we understand that time is a critical factor in the success of any

project. Our forensic scheduling expertise ensures that you have the insights and support needed to address delays, optimise schedules, and achieve project success.



Contact us today to learn more about how our forensic scheduling services can support your organisation.

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