Executing Sustainable Energy Projects with Strategic Clarity
Green Gas Infrastructure
As part of Europe’s decarbonization agenda, a leading transnational gas infrastructure company is investing €12 billion by 2030. The focus: hydrogen transport, biomethane, and carbon capture infrastructure. To manage this massive transition, the organization selected KanBo as its central coordination platform—connecting strategic ambition with precise execution across complex portfolios.
Company’s Overview
Industry:
Energy Infrastructure / Sustainable Gas
Key Focus Areas:
€12 billion through 2030
Size:
Hydrogen Backbone, Carbon Capture, Biomethane Corridors
Challenges:
Long timelines, regulatory complexity, cross-border execution
Stakeholder Perspective
CChief Operating Officer (COO)
KanBo lets us bridge high-level strategy with daily work, ensuring project teams and leadership are always aligned. We can monitor progress in real time, optimize resource use, and react quickly to emerging challenges.
How the Organization Uses KanBo
KanBo acts as a digital command center—structuring energy transition projects, connecting stakeholders, and enhancing execution clarity across departments and regions.
I. Strategic Program Structuring
- Thematic Workspaces: Separate streams for Hydrogen, CCS, and Biomethane.
- Regional Project Spaces: Organize local developments like carbon storage hubs.
- Card Templates: Standardize planning from permitting to construction.
II. Operational Workflow Coordination
- Gantt & Calendar Views: Visualize timelines and project dependencies.
- Swimlanes: Structure Cards by department or milestone stage.
- Card Relationships: Link interdependent tasks and track critical paths.
III. Resource Management & Contractor Coordination
- KanBo RM Tools: Allocate internal teams and 180+ contractors based on availability.
- Forecast Charts: Predict overloads and adjust assignments.
- Resource Conflict Resolution: Balance work across departments and partners.
IV. Compliance Tracking & Legal Readiness
- Checklist-Enabled Cards: Track environmental and legal standards in real time.
- Documentation Spaces: Store permits and compliance records with version control.
- Audit Trails: Use Activity Streams for full traceability.
V. Engineering & Technical Execution
- Hierarchical Cards: Manage pipeline and storage segments, including terrain-specific blockers.
- Card Flags: Identify issues such as delays in permitting or material constraints.
- Collaborative Card Editing: Cross-functional workspaces for live updates.
VI. Reporting & Strategic Oversight
- Executive Dashboards: View initiative status across all programs.
- Time Charts: Track deviation from planned schedules.
- Real-Time KPIs: Support adaptive planning and stakeholder updates.
Roadmap for Implementation
Planning and Setup
Pilot Phase
Pilot Evaluation
Full Rollout
Project Highlights
Timeline Impact:
25% faster project start-up time
Contractor Management:
180+ partners coordinated within 20+ Spaces
System Integration:
Full compatibility with Microsoft 365 tools
Real-World Applications in KanBo
Hydrogen Backbone Projects
Engineers used hierarchical Cards to manage pipeline sections, with blockers highlighting terrain and permitting delays.
Carbon Capture Compliance
CCS teams handled document flows within Cards, using version control and checklists to meet environmental standards.
Biomethane Infrastructure Rollout
Project managers used Swimlanes to segment logistics, stakeholder coordination, and construction.
Benefits of Using KanBo for Sustainable Infrastructure
Strategic-Operational Alignment
Project actions clearly map to long-term investment goals
Real-Time Visibility
Time and Forecast Charts expose risks and delays early
Cross-Team Coordination
Consistent workflows across departments and geographies
Improved Compliance Readiness
Checklists and traceable updates simplify regulatory audits
Security and Installation Options
On-Premises & Government Cloud Deployment
Ensures compliance with national security regulations.
Role-Based Access Controls
Restrict sensitive investment data to authorized personnel.
Data Encryption & Audit Logging
Protects against cyber threats and ensures transparency.
KanBo – Work Coordination Platform
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