Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Now that we’ve laid the foundation for the four P’s of construction improvement (performance, predictability, planet, and people), let’s add some framework around performance. Particularly, the way performance impacts one of our most coveted metrics of measure—productivity. Governmental change. Procurement.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Change Management 98

Building Radar

JULY 17, 2024

In the construction industry, procurement plays a crucial role in project success. Efficient procurement strategies can lead to significant cost savings, timely project completion, and overall enhanced productivity. Explore more about the benefits of procurement software on GetPowerplay.

Procurement 52

Procurement Building Performance Measurement Risk Management Building Optimization 52

Building Radar

AUGUST 5, 2024

Procurement plays a crucial role in determining project success. With rising material costs and tighter schedules, optimizing construction procurement strategies is essential for enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. Effective procurement is vital for managing costs, ensuring quality, and maintaining project timelines.

Procurement 52

Procurement Building Optimization Building Materials Manufacturing Building Automation 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By: Alex Brown, Senior Project Manager, Mortenson and Tamara Hartner, Design Phase Executive, Mortenson Well-designed and expertly constructed sports training facilities have the power to influence more than just performance. For student-athletes, this includes academic support spaces outfitted with tutors, study rooms, and more.

Building Performance Measurement 130

Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Facility Management Structural Systems 130

iField Smart

MAY 14, 2024

Constructing Efficiency: Exploring the Leading Construction Project Management Software of 2024 In 2024, the construction industry continues to witness a transformative shift towards digitalization and innovation, with construction management software playing a pivotal role in enhancing project efficiency and collaboration.

Project Management 105

Project Management Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management 105

Building Radar

AUGUST 29, 2024

Effective procurement negotiation strategies are crucial for success in the construction industry. From securing high-quality materials at competitive prices to establishing strong relationships with suppliers, procurement teams have a significant impact on the overall cost structure of a construction project.

Procurement 52

Procurement Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials 52

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 13, 2021

In order to chose the right Job Order Contract Program, it is important to understand that JOC isn’t simply a way to speed you numerous repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds. The fact is that when a common approach is applied within a defined, collaborative environment, change order, errors, and omissions are minimized.

Contracts 93

Contracts Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance Lean Construction 93

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 3, 2020

The key to obtaining best value construction outcomes for all participants and stakeholders is the adoption of a p rogram approach vs. a project approach involving robust LEAN integrated construction planning, procurement, and project delivery. Integrated Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery. STRATEGIC PLAN.

Lean Construction 96

Lean Construction Property Management Procurement Change Management 96

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2022

It has done virtually nothing to measurably impact the repair, renovation, maintenance, and construction of the built environment. The risk of change is high, however, not pursuing fundamental change is potentially catastrophic. Integrated Project Planning, Procurement, and Delivery. Take BIM for example.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 105

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Quality Assurance Procurement 105

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Alterative LEAN Project Delivery integrates the previous silos of construction planning, procurement, and project delivery and all previously disparate team into a cohesive, collaborative, and program-driven environment. Change is fundamental for all parties. Measuring Gaps and Performance. Training is King.

Lean Construction 76

Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Procurement Communication 76

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 13, 2023

Technology Won’t Help Construction’s and Facilities Management’s Legacy of WASTE simply because technology simply automates existing processes. It’s time to map decision-making, and performance to value! What really needs to change? Thiis is a fact that few software vendors want you to know.

Facility Management 105

Facility Management Construction Management Building Performance Measurement Building Automation 105

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Improving facilities and maintenance outcomes begins with a strategic review of objectives and alignment with integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery processes. Build preeminent performance improvement capabilities driven by information and shared knowledge. Significant Performance Improvements.

Maintenance 66

Maintenance Building Performance Measurement Quality Assurance Procurement 66

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

Integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery processes and team. Performance-centric reward system. The benefits of strategic collaboration vs. traditional construction planning, procurement, and project delivery are well documented and partially listed below (Chan et al., management. Management, 6(3), 159-168.

Collaboration 105

Collaboration Project Management Consulting Project Management Construction Management 105

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.

Wall Systems 104

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 17, 2019

Construction services procurement best management practices focus upon collaboration and change management. The following are all resident within a LEAN construction alliance contract and/or integrated LEAN collaborative construction procurement and project delivery method.

Procurement 40

Procurement Construction Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Consulting 40

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 31, 2019

LEAN Performance-based Construction Services Procurement and Project Delivery. Traditional procurement and construction delivery methods commonly produce poor outcomes. Appropriate Program, Project, Estimate, Document, and Workflow Management are equally important technology attributes. NOVEMBER 27, 2018.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Procurement Quality Assurance Building Performance Measurement 40

Practical Law Construction

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

This is coupled by a growing start up sector, which focuses on better materials (for example, sustainable concrete), better methods such as modular construction, and better project and contract management that rely on project software systems. This is good news and technology will play a key role in delivering the net zero agenda.

Procurement 52

Procurement Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction General Contracting 52

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 10, 2021

While there has been a fair amount written about Lean principles, actual application in the form of an integrated construction planning, procurement, and project delivery methodology has been limited to 5% or less actual work. An assessment of clients’ performance in having efficient building process in Uganda. 1440-7027).

Lean Construction 77

Lean Construction Building Products Distribution Project Management Construction Management 77

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 15, 2019

The levels of performance attainable by LEAN collaborative processes CAN NOT be achieved using design-bid-build, design-build, or other “traditional” forms of project planning, procurement, and delivery. LEAN Collaborative Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery. Technology.

Lean Construction 45

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Procurement Collaboration 45

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

A credible construction cost estimate is required prior to engaging in procurement. However, multiple studies/reports note that available and proven best management practices have not been implemented on a widespread basis. The follow elements are common to a credible construction cost estimate.

Estimating 98

Estimating Structural Systems Schedule Management Risk Management 98

iField Smart

MAY 25, 2024

Demystifying Construction RFIs: The Role of RFI Management Software In the intricate dance of construction projects, Requests for Information (RFIs) play a pivotal role. However, managing RFIs efficiently within the vast scope of construction projects can be a daunting task.

Construction Management 105

Construction Management Risk Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management 105

Building Information Management

JANUARY 17, 2014

Building Information Management (that’s right forget the “modeling” distraction), BIM, is the life-cycle management of the built environment supported by digital technology. Progress measurement analysis and control is continuous, as are decision-making and decision-support activities. Simple right?

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 49

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Change Management 49

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 24, 2021

Facilities management professionals… here is an introduction to a LEAN Implementation ROADMAP for CONSTRUCTION, including all the processes, tools, and support services you need to consistently drive quality, on-time, and on-budget repair, renovation, and new builds. LEAN is a philosophy dating back as far as Henry Ford.

Lean Construction 59

Lean Construction Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Building Performance Measurement 59

ProcurementExpress.com

APRIL 15, 2019

Businesses need to get ready if they want to compete in this changing landscape. Here are some of the ways construction is changing, as we speak, as well as how to prepare for further disruption. Construction companies still rely on manual labor, heavy machinery, and a business model that hasn’t seen much change in the past 50+ years.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Lean Construction Procurement Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Radar

JULY 30, 2024

With its decentralized and secure nature, blockchain offers significant improvements in supply chain management, enhancing transparency, efficiency, and trust among stakeholders. For more in-depth understanding, refer to this article on blockchain and supply chain management.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Materials Manufacturing Building Automation Risk Management 52

Building Information Management

AUGUST 29, 2012

BIM is the life-cycle modeling and management of the built environment supported by digital technology. First, a few clarifications and items to help frame this discussion: BIM definition: “BIM is the life-cycle modeling and management of the built environment supported by digital technology.” INTRODUCTION.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 74

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Project Management Consulting 74

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Sustainable Facilities Management will require a fundamental change in mindset. AECOO = Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owners, Operators) What are the barriers? – System thinking requires a fundamental change in mindset for current AECOO players. . Time for real change?

Facility Management 52

Facility Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Sustainability Property Management 52

Building Information Management

JANUARY 17, 2012

BIM (Building Information Technology) and THE CLOUD (Cloud Computing) are disruptive technologies converging to significantly alter traditional construction and facility management practices. Building Information Management (BIM) is the life-cycle management of facilities [1] supported by digital technology.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 78

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Facility Management Project Management 78

Job Order Contracting

JULY 21, 2019

Job order contracting is neither difficult to understand, nor costly to practice, yet is virtually assures the consistent delivery of quality, on-time, on-budget repair, renovation, and new construction projects…if designed, deployed, and managed correctly. What Is Job Order Contracting? How Does Job Order Contracting Work?

Contracts 55

Contracts Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Consulting General Contracting 55

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2019

At the end of the day, the vast majority of projects are late, over budget, or otherwise unsatisfactory due to owners lack of planning, procurement, selected project delivery method, or overall poor management. Change management is sorely needed throughout the AECOO sector.

Lean Construction 51

Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Change Management Project Management 51

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 13, 2023

While bringing in large projects and generating revenue is essential, it’s equally important to manage profit effectively and ensure healthy margins. Not only does this improve accountability, it also fosters a sense of trust and builds your reputation. Protect your reputation. That’s really important.

Risk Management 98

Risk Management Project Management Consulting Insurance Management Cost Control 98

Job Order Contracting

JULY 21, 2019

Job order contracting is neither difficult to understand, nor costly to practice, yet is virtually it assures the consistent delivery of quality, on-time, on-budget repair, renovation, and new construction projects…if the JOC Program is designed, deployed, and managed correctly. as well as total cost-of-ownership asset management.

Contracts 52

Contracts Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Consulting General Contracting 52

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 14, 2019

Every organization needs to get more out of the capital they invest in facilities (and other physical assets) to either stay competitive, optimally achieve their organizational mission, and/or perform their fiduciary responsibility. They require fundamental changes in day-to-day ways of doing business.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Collaboration Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement 40

Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2016

The fundamental reason is the inability of Owners to transition from the linear and antagonistic work process of the pre-1980’s to collaborative, transparent, LEAN best management practices. Change management . Risk/reward is shared an additional work and resources are allocated based upon performance.

Facility Management 45

Facility Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Property Management 45

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 13, 2019

An innovative, yet proven method of construction services planning, procurement, and project delivery is gaining traction with owners who require consistent quality repair, renovation, and construction services that are both on-time, and on-budget. Key Performance Metrics. Financial Transparency. Shared Risk/Reward. Defined Workflows.

Lean Construction 40

Lean Construction Building Performance Measurement Procurement Property Management 40

Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 6, 2014

The Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Operations, Owner (AECOO) sector must engage in collaborative construction delivery methods in over achieve any measurable performance improvement in the life-cycle management of the built environment. Building Information Management, Model and Modeling.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 58

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Collaboration Stakeholder Engagement 58

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The J OCPB (JOC Price Book: reflects the current local costs in detail for construction tasks expected to be performed in the geographical area of the base contract with the primary use of developing a detailed line-item price. Labor line items are not to provide services, typically performed under a separate service or requirements contract.

Contracts 105

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 105