This presentation draws on the Commercial Management module of Shutdown School to address critical financial pitfalls associated with major shutdown events, where costs can represent 60–80% of an annual maintenance budget. Shutdowns frequently rely on transient contractor resources, which introduce significant risks related to uncontrolled scope growth and unexpected cost increases.

We will explore best practices to ensure precision of scope from the outset, moving beyond imprecise work definitions that lead to inflated manning levels and unnecessary fees.