iField Smart

MAY 14, 2024

As project requirements evolve and expand, legacy systems may struggle to accommodate increased data volume, user traffic, or complex project workflows, leading to performance issues and bottlenecks. Limited Scalability : Legacy software may lack the scalability needed to support growing construction firms or large-scale projects.

Project Management 105

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

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 9, 2019

Construction Cost Control Speed Procurement, Limit Waste, Mitigate Risk. Capital costs associated with repairing, renovating, and constructing buildings and other forms of physical infrastructure are out of control for many, if not most real property owners.

Cost Control 40

Cost Control Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Procurement 40

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2022

It has done virtually nothing to measurably impact the repair, renovation, maintenance, and construction of the built environment. Robust tools and processes have existing for decades that can assure quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds are consistent delivered on-time and on-budget. Take BIM for example.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 105

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Quality Assurance Procurement 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

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Designed by the architecture firm, Brooks + Scarpa, this innovative project defies traditional apartment buildings by creating a welcoming cube design that prioritizes communal spaces with a courtyard which is open to the street. The mixed-use building features 279 m 2 (3,000 sf) of retail space and dedicates 12 units for low-income tenants.

Energy Efficiency 110

Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Building Materials 110

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 27, 2019

Repair, Renovation, & Construction Project Cost Management. Project Cost Management Processes The policies, procedures, data sets, tools, and documentation used for planning, executing, and controlling project cost are included with a LEAN OpenJOC enterprise system.

Cost Control 40

Cost Control Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Change Management 40

Construction Law

MARCH 4, 2025

Editors comment New Act no cure for procurement malaise Editor Nick Barrett asks whether the long awaited Procurement Act which came into force in February is likely to result in the improvement that the UKs public sector procurement needs.

Safety Regulations 40

Safety Regulations Real Estate Development Procurement Building Performance Measurement 40

Practical Law Construction

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

But cutting edge technology is procured on different terms from those typically used in the construction industry. With this in mind, this blog takes a look at what the construction industry may be able to learn from the approach of contracts for the procurement of technology (commonly termed “tech contracts”).

Procurement 52

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

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

A credible construction cost estimate is required prior to engaging in procurement. The follow elements are common to a credible construction cost estimate. Credible Cost Estimate Core Elements #1 Objectivity – The information used and those invovled in the creation of the construction cost estimate must be objective.

Estimating 98

Estimating Structural Systems Schedule Management Risk Management 98

iField Smart

MAY 25, 2024

Version Control Issues : With multiple revisions and iterations of drawings and specifications, maintaining version control becomes challenging. Efficient RFI management is paramount to the success of a project, as it can significantly impact timelines, costs, and overall project outcomes.

Construction Management 105

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

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

Common data environment (glossary of terms and definitions, locally researched detailed unit price cost data). Integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery processes and team. Performance-centric reward system. Lower project related cost growth. Projects completed at or under budgeted cost. contact-form].

Collaboration 105

Collaboration Project Management Consulting Project Management Construction Management 105

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. Most Army and DoD JOC Program specify “RS Means” cost data. 5117.9001 Definitions.

Contracts 105

Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 105

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Any organization can consistently assure best value outcomes for facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds. The success of any repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build project is dependent upon early and ongoing collaboration among key parties. How To Measure the Benefits of BIM: A Case Study Approach.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 66

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Lean Construction 66

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Costs are driven up. Variables that go out of control throw off the schedule. Deliver superior performance by setting the most realistic goals for the project. Engage in Smart Cost-Cutting Refer to your construction accounting software for project numbers in real time. Engage in cost-cutting where you can.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Prefabrication Stakeholder Engagement Schedule Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

Our latest white paper, ‘Building Net Zero and The Role of Data in Green Construction’ , investigates the current landscape for sustainability in construction across APAC – as well as potential solutions. The manufacturing, construction and building sectors account for 17% and 4% of GHG emissions in the region respectively.

Environmental Impact Assessment 84

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing Green Building Renewable Energy Systems 84

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. in order to define the scope, schedule, cost/budget (initial and life-cycle) budget, performance, value of a project or potential project.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 49

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 13, 2023

Lately, there’s been a spotlight on cost implications in the field and how we can improve field mobility and efficiency. Not only does this improve accountability, it also fosters a sense of trust and builds your reputation. There’s going to be a really big focus on preconstruction and planning. Protect your reputation.

Risk Management 98

Risk Management Project Management Consulting Insurance Management Cost Control 98

Practical Law Construction

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Mosey was given the brief of creating a new “Gold Standard” for public sector frameworks and framework controls. In their simplest form, frameworks enable public bodies to alleviate the burden of public procurement requirements and procure goods and services from pre-approved suppliers.

Public Works 52

Public Works Procurement Building Performance Measurement Building Commissioning 52

Building Radar

JULY 30, 2024

Improved Efficiency : Smart contracts on the blockchain automate various processes, such as payments and deliveries, reducing delays and administrative costs. This automation leads to faster project completion and lower overall costs. Material Procurement Blockchain facilitates transparent and efficient procurement processes.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Materials Manufacturing Building Automation Risk Management 52

ProcurementExpress.com

APRIL 15, 2019

Procurement teams will need to consider pre-fabrication and 3D printing along with traditional sourcing methods. According to McKinsey , the lion’s share of spending is going toward back-office technology like SaaS products or cloud computing, as well as building and modeling software. 3D Printing and Procurement.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

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

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. All working together.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 58

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

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 15, 2018

JOC reduces unnecessary levels of engineering, design, and contract procurement time along with construction project procurement costs by awarding long- term contracts for a wide variety of renovation, repair and new construction projects. Smaller projects were taking up to 1 year to procure creating a growing backlog of work.

Contracts 40

Contracts Building Performance Measurement Procurement Quality Assurance 40

PN - Project Management

MAY 30, 2022

Maybe your business is looking at expanding, which may require building a new warehouse, factory, process facility, or even a mine. Where to start, what are the pitfalls, how much will it cost, will it be completed on time? In addition, you also need to make space for unexpected costs to prevent delays.

Building Permits 52

Building Permits Project Management Consulting Schedule Management Project Management 52

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

Revamp talent recruitment and development with a focus upon building collaboration, leadership, and overall life-cycle management competencies. Use hard and soft key performance indicators (KPIs) and alternative metrics. Management is only possible with measurement. ASSET LIFE-CYCLE MODEL – Total Cost of Ownership Management.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

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

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 22, 2025

These dynamic methods boost operational outcomes, trim fuel use, and reduce labor costs. These systems balance cost, environmental impact, and user satisfaction. Efficiency in Recycling: Enhanced bin technology reduces management costs by eliminating common sorting mishaps. Balancing these factors remains vital.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Automation Material Handling Building Performance Measurement 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 27, 2023

Of those emissions, 27% are attributed to building operations, known as “operational carbon”. Meanwhile, building and infrastructure materials and the construction processes used to erect a building account for 13% of emissions, or “embodied carbon". Let's take a closer look at the integration's key capabilities.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials 52

Building Information Management

JANUARY 27, 2014

You are what you measure. Key Performance Indicator (KPI) : A metric for how you measure your progress toward or deviation from a TNI. Whether you are practicing BIM (life-cycle management of the build environment supported by digital technology and forget the 3-D aspect for a moment). Why post it? just your own!

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Performance Measurement Project Management Collaboration 40

Building Information Management

AUGUST 29, 2012

Technology is a tool to enable lower cost implementation of strategies and processes. Technology’s role is to assure consistent, cost-efficient application of embedded business process, enabling faster deployment, automation of routine or complex mathematical processes, and associated decision-making and reporting capabilities.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 74

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

In Eight

AUGUST 1, 2023

Everything that goes into a construction project — building materials, construction supplies, equipment — comes at a cost. And in our industry, we’ve become accustomed to those costs going up. Fluctuations in energy and production costs have created volatility in construction commodity pricing.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Cost Control Building Performance Measurement Project Management 52

In Eight

MAY 2, 2023

Much like choosing the right tool to perform a task on the jobsite, choosing the right planning method to accomplish the desired outcomes can make all the difference. They’re the ones who answer the question: What will it really take to build the structure out in the field from a design created inside an office?

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Schedule Management Material Handling Change Management 52

Building Information Management

JUNE 16, 2016

Facilities operations involving multiple sites and building types/ages can be efficiently managed with the right mix of global oversight and local execution as well as consistent application of LEAN best management practices. Significant reductions in costs can also be achieved, in the range of 15% to 50%.

Maintenance 40

Maintenance Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Lean Construction Sustainability 40

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The redesign also makes it easier to build a new environment that would reflect your brand. Enhance employee well-being: Lack of light, no presence of plants and flowers and the organization’s facility affect the health, satisfaction level and performance. Boost brand image: It creates first impression on your customers and talents.

Building Permits 52

Building Permits HVAC Systems Cost Control Quality Control 52

Building Information Management

JUNE 29, 2016

Building RELATIONSHIPS. Team leadership, without excessive management and control is the primary mission of any real property owner. 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.

Facility Management 58

Facility Management Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Building Information Modeling (BIM) Lean Construction 58

Jonas Construction

OCTOBER 7, 2021

They have timelines that are measured in years, and this leaves much room for error. This, in turn, can help make the entire organization more cost-efficient and, best of all, predictable. To maximize benefits and minimize costs, having a clear objective is important. Construction projects are one-of-a-kind, lengthy and complex.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Schedule Management Risk Management 52

ProcurementExpress.com

APRIL 15, 2019

Procurement teams will need to consider pre-fabrication and 3D printing along with traditional sourcing methods. According to McKinsey , the lion’s share of spending is going toward back-office technology like SaaS products or cloud computing, as well as building and modeling software. 3D Printing and Procurement.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 40

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Lean Construction Procurement Building Performance Measurement 40

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 21, 2017

Ability to perform “what-if” scenarios. Standardized process for selecting projects and optimizing building portfolio. Formal and ongoing training for all participants (owners, facilities management, contractors, procurement). Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Version control for materials.

Contracts 40

Contracts Project Management Consulting Building Performance Measurement General Contracting 40

Building Information Management

JUNE 3, 2016

Partnering and collaboration must be a key performance metric by which real property owners and facility management professionals are measured. Best Value versus Lowest Bidder Procurement. Nor is excessive management and control the path to success. Best Value Procurement. Performance-based Reward System.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) 40

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Collaboration Lean Construction Property Management 40