Operational Readiness Activation & Transition (ORAT) is a comprehensive approach to ensuring that a new facility is fully prepared for its first day of operation. ORAT involves testing all aspects of the facilities operations, from customer flow to emergency response, and everything in between. By using ORAT, construction teams can identify and address any issues before the facility opens, ensuring a smooth transition and minimizing disruptions to customers. But why should ORAT be used on a construction project?

1. Reduce Downtime and Disruptions
   ORAT helps to minimize downtime and disruptions during the transition from construction to operation. By thoroughly testing all systems and processes in advance, any issues can be identified and addressed, ensuring a smooth opening day. This can save time and money, as any issues identified and resolved during construction are far less expensive than fixing them after the facility is operational.
   
   
2. Optimize Efficiency and Effectiveness
   ORAT helps to ensure that the facility is fully optimized for efficiency and effectiveness. By testing and fine-tuning all systems and processes, construction teams can identify areas for improvement and adjust as necessary. This can lead to more efficient and cost-effective operations in the long run.
   
   
3. Improve the Passenger Experience
   ORAT can improve the overall customer experience. By thoroughly testing and optimizing all aspects of operations, from wayfinding to emergency procedures, construction teams can ensure that customers have a seamless and stress-free experience. This can help to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty, leading to repeat business and positive word-of-mouth advertising.
   
   
4. Identify Potential Issues Early On
   By using ORAT, construction teams can identify potential issues early on, before they become major problems. This allows construction teams to address issues before they become costly and time-consuming to fix, ensuring a successful construction project.
   
   
5. Achieve Operational Excellence
   ORAT helps construction teams to achieve operational excellence. By bringing stakeholders into the construction project early, aligning project and operational objectives, and thoroughly planning and testing all systems and processes, construction teams and facility operators will seek the benefits of more efficient and cost-effective operations in the long run, improving the overall success of the project.

ORAT is an essential process for any construction project, especially for complex construction like airports, hospitals, and transit facilities. By thoroughly testing and optimizing all aspects of operations in advance, airport construction teams can minimize downtime and disruptions, optimize efficiency and effectiveness, and improve the customer experience. Don’t overlook the benefits of ORAT for your next construction project!