BDC Network

JULY 17, 2023

Jacob D’Albora, Director of Digital Building Operations Augmented Reality Big Data BIM and Information Technology In the fast-paced world of digital transformation, organizations from all industries are embracing innovative technologies to revolutionize their operations.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

In this blog, we’ll explore how creating a maintenance schedule can save you time and money, while ensuring your commercial build out stays in top shape. Remember, a little organization goes a long way in maintaining your commercial build out efficiently. These tools streamline communication and ensure tasks are completed on schedule.

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Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

M&V, MBCx, WTF: Building Performance Monitoring as a Means to Achieve Decarbonization Goals This blog post was co-authored by Stok’s Ally Duncan and Jessica Shaw , summarizing their presentation at AEE West 2023. However, because of how the M&V credit has evolved from LEED version 2.0

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Building Radar

AUGUST 28, 2024

A construction defect is any flaw in the design, materials, or workmanship of a building that leads to its failure or inability to function as intended. These defects can range from minor aesthetic issues, like cracked tiles, to more severe structural concerns that could compromise the safety and integrity of the building.

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Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’ However, because of how the M&V credit has evolved from LEED version 2.0

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iField Smart

JANUARY 16, 2024

It encompasses various factors such as resource allocation, time management, task coordination, and overall project performance. Poor communication and collaboration: Construction projects involve numerous stakeholders, including architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Whether you’re building a new home, renovating an existing structure, or going for a large-scale commercial development, there are numerous factors to take into account to ensure a successful and hassle-free construction process. Delays can lead to increased costs, contractual disputes, and frustration among stakeholders.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Coordinate and communicate with various stakeholders, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Mechanical and electrical engineers work on systems within buildings, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems. Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.

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Develop Coaching

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In today’s competitive landscape, it’s not just about building structures; it’s about building a strong brand and attracting the right clients. You’ll learn how to measure your marketing success and fine-tune your approach for better results.

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Building Radar

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Additionally, companies can leverage tools like Building Radar to identify regulatory requirements relevant to their projects, ensuring they meet compliance standards efficiently. These may include safety regulations, environmental protection laws, and product performance standards.

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Develop Coaching

MAY 6, 2024

Make sure your goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Communicate Goals Effectively: Once you’ve set your goals, it’s crucial to communicate them effectively to your team. ” This gives you a clear target to aim for and a deadline to work towards.

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Develop Coaching

MAY 6, 2024

It’s important to: Set SMART Goals : Make sure your goals are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Communicate Goals Effectively : Once you’ve set your goals, you need to communicate them effectively to your team. ” This gives you a clear target to aim for and a deadline to work towards.

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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Material supplied by CONQA What is quality assurance and how does it impact organisational performance? Quality assurance (QA) is all about taking proactive measures to ensure that the processes, tools, and practices you implement meet necessary standards right from the beginning. Image courtesy of CONQA.

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Building Radar

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Tools like Building Radar provide real-time project tracking and sales opportunities that help construction professionals act quickly and effectively. Solutions like Building Radar use advanced algorithms to detect early-stage construction projects, giving sales teams the first-mover advantage.

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Stok

OCTOBER 21, 2021

ESG encompasses the environmental, social, and governance performance of a company and has a strong correlation to the company’s financial performance and potential for long-term value creation. Whole-building carbon (embodied and operational) and energy are urgent focus areas of the well-established ‘E,’ followed by waste and water.

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Stok

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Reporting frameworks are requiring increased data transparency on disclosure, necessitating a more data-driven approach to successfully deliver performance. For example, building electrification is a common strategy and identifying the priority assets on which to implement it first is critical to optimize carbon reduction impact.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Enrico’s commitment to inclusivity and community engagement set him apart in the field of architectural design. a civil engineering firm focused on sanitary sewer systems, as a stop-gap measure until she could find a career more suited to her structural engineering ambition.

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Develop Coaching

JUNE 27, 2023

As a construction business coach , I have worked with many clients to work with social media to communicate with their clients effectively, and ultimately improve their profits. It allows you to share project updates, industry news, and engage with your audience through posts, comments, and messenger.

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Develop Coaching

JUNE 27, 2023

As a construction business coach , I have worked with many clients to work with social media to communicate with their clients effectively, and ultimately improve their profits. It allows you to share project updates, industry news, and engage with your audience through posts, comments, and messenger.

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Building Information Management

JUNE 29, 2016

Building RELATIONSHIPS. Real property owners are ultimately the stewards of the build environment, and therefore must be capable of leadership. They must COLLABORATE with the building users, services providers (ie. architects, engineers, contractors, building product manufacturers…). Building RELATIONSHIPS.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 9, 2024

We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field. The key is to integrate AR seamlessly with communication processes to maintain effective collaboration without the traditional silos and disconnects between the office and field.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 21, 2023

While it's not a given that another economic slump is on the horizon, you should still implement proactive measures to recession-proof your business. In this article, we'll unpack the essentials of building resilience in the construction sector. Taking these steps isn't about fear or pessimism—it just means you're prepared.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 12, 2018

Multiple knowledge domains, technologies, information sources, as well as internal and external stakeholders are integrated to assure that physical infrastructure requirements are planned and executed in an organized, cost-efficient, and timely manner. Examples of stakeholders in the Lean Facilities Management Roadmap include.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 19, 2021

It’s important to note that a digital twin isn’t just a static copy of a building. Ultimately, it provides a bi-directional link between the digital and physical worlds, so that the digital reflects everything that’s happening with regard to a real world asset’s utilization performance.

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Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

Continuous monitoring – use of key performance indicators, KPIs. On-demand, On-time, On-budget performance. Owner/service provider communications must be direct, and there must clearly structured methods to prepare and send requests for work, as well as receive responses. Value-based procurement. Shared risk/reward.

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Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2016

Continuous monitoring – use of key performance indicators, KPIs. On-demand, On-time, On-budget performance. Owner/service provider communications must be direct, and there must clearly structured methods to prepare and send requests for work, as well as receive responses. Value-based procurement. Shared risk/reward.

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In Eight

AUGUST 4, 2023

This real-time field data flow allows project managers to track progress against plans and then connect that data with the front office to manage performance and risks. By connecting these systems, everyone involved in the project has the performance visibility needed to take real-time corrective actions and keep projects on track.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 21, 2019

Each task should include a description in plain English, using industry standard terms, a total cost per unit of measure, and detailed associated cost breakdowns for labor, material, and equipment. JOC UPBs can be created for general construction, or some area of specialization such as roofing, communications, fencing, electrical, etc.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 15, 2023

For one, it’s an opportunity to build a physical legacy. From design and VDC professionals to business and project managers, these construction leaders aren't just building structures and facilities—they're shaping our world. Many things make construction an exceptional field to work in.

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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. Of course not.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 21, 2019

Each task should include a description in plain English, using industry standard terms, a total cost per unit of measure, and detailed associated cost breakdowns for labor, material, and equipment. JOC UPBs can be created for general construction, or some area of specialization such as roofing, communications, fencing, electrical, etc.

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Contracts Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management Consulting General Contracting 46

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 8, 2017

Distribution and sharing of information by the Facilities Management Team is crucial to achieving cost efficient and high performing facilities, however, 3-D BIM visualization and modeling software is generally very sophisticated, relatively expensive, and very complex. 8. Cost of implementation is insignificant versus cost savings.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

Problems like delayed change orders, poor communication and lost paperwork may make it harder to close out a project on time. All the work you did to engage with the client and build a relationship can be destroyed in this final phase. Common project closure problems may delay a completion date and final payment.

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Building Information Management

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

(Source: A report for the Government Construction Client Group Building Information Modelling (BIM) Working Party Strategy Paper March 2011). COBie2 was created to provide a means for the faculties industry to communicate information about facilities so that the client can immediately take full and responsible ownership. The use of.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Christian Paul , Gilbane Building Company. Regarded as a pioneer of BIM technology at Amazon, Nima Jafari currently serves as the company’s Regional Senior BIM Manager, where he’s building the Emerging Technologies Department in Amazon TES from the ground up. Jessica Henri , Canadian Turner Construction. Christine Joy T.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Sustainable building. Data in the AEC Lifecycle: Using Data to Better Connect AECO Stakeholders. Massive amounts of data are created from project inception to design, planning, building, closeout, operations and beyond. The preconstruction process. Construction, jobsite, and built environments. Industrialized construction .

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