By embracing norms-based estimation and utilising iPlan software, organisations can optimise their STO events, reduce risks of cost overruns and delays, and drive continuous improvement. This approach provides a solid foundation for effective planning and execution, ultimately leading to increased STO efficiency and profitability for the asset owner operator by increasing the likelihood of successfully meeting the plant startup.

In the 1970s, the UK's Health and Safety Executive (HSE) introduced a permit to work system as part of its guidance on the Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) regulations. This system required companies to obtain permits before carrying out certain types of work, and included detailed procedures for hazard identification, risk assessment, and permit issuance.

STO (Shutdown – Turnaround – Outage) events can be extremely challenging for companies, often resulting in significant downtime (planned & unplanned), lost revenue from loss of production (planned & unplanned), and an increase in safety risks. Here at IAMTech, we've developed a software solution that simplifies the planning and execution of STO events and helps you minimise downtime, reduce costs, and ensure compliance. With iPlanSTO, we're confident that we can help you streamline your STO events and improve your events performance.