The Hammer has been trusted for over a decade to manage the complexities of large, lengthy high-cost projects. An easy-to-use, subscription-based web EVM tool, The Hammer empowers you to outsmart variances, streamline processes and make the most out of your resources. It features advanced forecasting and reporting capabilities that help you make smarter decisions and visualize the value of work completed.
Eliminates the need for manual data entry
Interfaces directly with existing databases
Gives stakeholders secure, remote access
Is ready to use in under an hour
Includes basic EVM training
Enhanced graphics, improved user interface and streamlined navigation to enable real-time decision making
Combined Variance Analysis and Corrective Action reports
Monthly and quarterly cost estimation viewing capabilities
Enterprise and Project Dashboards
Automated, real-time email notifications
The team who created The Hammer do more than just stand behind this tool – they use it every day. Manta Ray Consulting (MRC) provides insightful, specialized EVMS project management consulting for large-scale defense, energy and construction projects across the United States. MRC has quickly gained a reputation as a small firm that drives big results in part due to The Hammer. By getting below the surface, MRC helps its customers achieve more while staying on time and on budget.
Manny is an expert in EVMS consulting with more than 20 years of experience in Department of Defense, Department of Energy, NASA and major construction project management. He has a technical background in custom tool development and database management — an uncommon asset in consulting. Manny lives in Portland, Oregon.
Jeffrey has extensive EVMS knowledge and experience developed over nearly 30 years of work with Stanford University's SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, Applied Integration Management and the U.S. Department of Energy. He works helps organizations manage their projects using earned value management and leads Manta Ray’s training for Control Account Managers. Jeffrey lives in San Francisco, California.
