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How To Structure An EVMS Implementation

April 18, 2025

Optimizing EVMS Implementation: Build a System That Works

At AzTech, we believe in making the complex simple—especially when it comes to an EVMS implementation. Building a compliant Earned Value Management System (EVMS) isn’t enough. The real goal is creating a system that works in practice: one that’s usable, sustainable, and actively supports project success. That’s where AzTech comes in.

Here’s our proven approach to EVMS implementation that goes beyond just passing reviews.

Start with the Right Foundation

Every strong EVMS starts with strategy, not paperwork.

We help teams define clear project objectives, select the right tools and systems, and establish strong structures from day one. By laying the right foundation early, you avoid costly rework later—and set your EVMS up for long-term success.

Tailor Your EVMS Implementation to the Contract, Not Just the Standard

No two projects are identical, and your Earned Value Management System shouldn’t be either.

AzTech works with clients to tailor their EVMS based on program size, complexity, customer expectations, and contract-specific risks.
Tailoring the system properly makes it easier to manage, easier to explain, and easier to maintain compliance throughout the contract lifecycle.

Align Process with Culture

Even the most technically correct EVMS will fail without buy-in from your team.

That’s why our EVMS implementations focus not only on processes and documentation, but also on aligning earned value principles with your organization’s culture. We work with leadership and project teams to integrate earned value into day-to-day decision making—not just monthly reporting.

When earned value becomes part of how you manage—not just how you report—you unlock its real power.

Certifiability Matters—But Practicality Matters More

Yes, your system needs to be certifiable to meet agency requirements. But certification alone isn’t success.

We design EVMS solutions that are practical and usable, helping project managers, CAMs, and leadership teams track real performance without getting bogged down in paperwork.
An EVMS must survive the daily pressures of program execution, not just audit day.

Focus on Post-Award Success

Winning the contract is only the beginning. Successful EVMS implementation prepares you for the real challenges that follow, including:

Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs)
Monthly performance analysis and reporting
Change control management
Surveillance and ongoing compliance reviews

At AzTech, we help clients stay prepared for the entire project lifecycle—because EVMS success isn’t measured at contract award; it’s proven in execution.

A Practical, Phased Approach to EVMS Implementation

AzTech uses a phased approach that makes EVMS implementation manageable and practical:

Initiation and Planning: We define objectives, assemble teams, and select tools.
Design and Development: We tailor processes, build documentation, and align with contract needs.
Implementation: We train teams, run dry reviews, and establish operating rhythms.
Certification: We guide teams through validations and reviews where required.
Sustainment: We stay involved through coaching, health checks, and continuous improvement.