Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

Construction projects, by their very nature, involve a significant degree of risk. Understanding these risks and knowing how to mitigate them is crucial for anyone involved in construction, whether you’re a contractor, developer, or project manager. Common Construction Liability Issues 1. Documentation is also key.

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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.

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Building Radar

JULY 17, 2024

Efficient procurement strategies can lead to significant cost savings, timely project completion, and overall enhanced productivity. With the rising complexity of construction projects, finding cost-effective procurement solutions has become more critical than ever. Learn more about strategic sourcing from Dragon Sourcing.

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Building Radar

JULY 15, 2024

Insurance plays a crucial role in managing risks and ensuring the successful completion of any construction project. Owner Controlled Insurance Programs (OCIPs) and Contractor Controlled Insurance Programs (CCIPs) are examples of such policies. This often results in better coverage at a lower premium.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 6, 2024

Automation is revolutionising various industries by improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing productivity. Automation refers to the use of technology to perform tasks with minimal human intervention. Key Components of Automation Hardware : Includes robots, sensors, and actuators that perform physical tasks.

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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. Shared risk/reward.

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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.

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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.

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CCR Magazine

JULY 25, 2024

In the highly competitive and dynamic construction industry, the difference between a successful project and a failed one often comes down to effective management. Through such services, construction firms can deliver projects on time, as per the planned schedules, cost-effectively, and at the highest quality.

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iField Smart

JULY 11, 2024

The Challenges of Traditional As-Built Documentation: The traditional approach to creating and managing as-built drawings is fraught with difficulties, often resulting in delays, budget overruns, and potential safety hazards. The painstaking manual revision of drawings further exacerbates the risk of inaccuracies.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 5, 2024

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 plays a crucial role in determining project success.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 27, 2019

Repair, Renovation, & Construction Project Cost Management. LEAN Processes Embed Transparent Costs and Project Cost Management Project cost management and efficient project delivery are core capabilities enabled by the OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting (JOC) Solution.

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Building Radar

JULY 17, 2024

Example of Construction Technology: Building Information Modeling (BIM) Understanding BIM Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a digital representation of the physical and functional characteristics of a facility. It helps optimize resource allocation, schedule management, and cost estimation, leading to faster project completion.

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UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The post Benefits of Retro-Commissioning Your Buildings appeared first on UK Construction Blog. You can learn more about the solution here , while in this article we are going to discuss potential benefits of retro-commissioning your buildings. Let’s investigate some major profits you may receive after retro-commissioning a building.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 15, 2024

Key Takeaways: Advanced excavation techniques enhance precision and safety with technologies like GPS-guided machinery and remote-controlled equipment. Excavation, the process of removing soil and rock to prepare a building site, is a crucial first step. Controlled demolition, a specialized subset, elevates this art to new heights.

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iField Smart

MAY 21, 2024

Revolutionizing Construction Management: The Power of Construction Field Inspection Software. In the dynamic world of construction management, precision, efficiency, and safety are paramount. Moreover, delays in data entry and communication can hinder timely decision-making and corrective actions, exacerbating project risks and delays.

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In Eight

APRIL 11, 2023

Accurate, real-time cost tracking of capital projects may be understood and valued in theory. When project costs aren’t closely managed, they’re more likely to spiral out of control and put projects squarely among scores of others like them: over budget and behind schedule.

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iField Smart

APRIL 30, 2024

Field inspections are pivotal to ensure construction activities are carried out within regulations and standards for the building process to continue without any issues. Top 10 challenges for building inspectors, project managers, and quality control managers with legacy field inspection techniques.

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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. Lately, there’s been a spotlight on cost implications in the field and how we can improve field mobility and efficiency. Protect your reputation.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 23, 2024

Demolishing a building is a complex process that involves careful planning and execution to ensure safety and efficiency. This task requires a meticulous approach to handling various materials, managing debris, and minimizing environmental impact. Compliance with local, state, and federal regulations is non-negotiable.

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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.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 13, 2024

Accidents and injuries not only disrupt productivity but also escalate costs and potentially lead to legal repercussions. National Safety Month provides a timely opportunity to delve into effective safety and risk management strategies. Let’s build a solid foundation for your improved safety strategy.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

This guide will help you understand how this process adds value to your project by saving costs, adhering to environmental standards, and simplifying the renovation journey. Whether it’s preparing a building for a complete makeover or setting the stage for complete demolition, the soft strip process is instrumental.

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In Eight

MARCH 21, 2023

Spreadsheets have long been the go-to technique to monitor cost and its impact on the budget, even given their inherent shortcomings. But now with more effective construction budget tracking techniques out there, the contrast in accuracy and cost management has become plainly stark.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

Additionally, the government allocates reimbursements based on results, so the survey directly impacts a hospital’s financial performance. When specifying interior finishes such as flooring, building professionals should take the utmost care to ensure all materials help advance these overarching quality measurement components.

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Construction Daily News

APRIL 25, 2024

It Costs Money Metals, mining and heavy industrial companies lose 23 hours every month due to suspended operations, equating to 1.2 Because of these hefty costs, organizations can’t afford downtime. Many have preventive or emergency measures to bring loss as close to zero as possible.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

This is either a secure room within your building or a dedicated offsite facility. Manually controlled: There are physical switches or access control mechanisms to control network connection during specific tasks. Human Factor Risks: Manual data transfer methods like USB drives introduce human error vulnerabilities.

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iField Smart

AUGUST 4, 2024

Analyzing this fragmented data to identify trends, anticipate problems, or measure progress becomes a time-consuming and inefficient task. Lack of Real-Time Visibility: Project managers and stakeholders often lack up-to-the-minute visibility into daily progress.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 23, 2024

Some building materials are more durable than others, like stone and steel, but unfortunately the days of structures surviving thousands of years, like the Egyptian pyramids and Roman cathedrals, are over. Therefore, preventive maintenance of building exteriors has become more important than ever.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Project stakeholders can now access critical model data with fewer steps; powerful new features provide greater control over cost and schedule management. The model is a great source of truth during design and planning, but data isn’t easily transferred to construction teams during the build phase of a project.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2024

The post Understanding Septic Tanks and How They Work and Regulatory Considerations for New Builds appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Septic tanks play a crucial role in managing wastewater for properties not connected to a centralised sewage system.

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Maltaward

MAY 14, 2024

Strong Barriers and Blocks Ensure Facility Security Robust, heavy-duty, and physically resilient barriers and access control measures are effective solutions when security risks are heightened. This could mean separate checkpoints for buildings like warehouses, loading bays, and executive offices, for example.

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Jonas Construction

JANUARY 30, 2024

The pandemic and subsequent economic uncertainties have exacerbated the shortage across all kinds of construction jobs, including project managers, general laborers, and skilled workers like electricians, welders, and carpenters. Building Information Modeling (BIM) BIM is one of the most promising construction technology trends in 2024.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Across the globe, from Dublin, Ireland to Des Moines, Iowa, the industry is grappling with workforce challenges, making it critical to think differently about how labor and other resources are managed. At Autodesk, we believe that the more insights we can empower field and project teams with, the better and safer everyone can build.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 30, 2024

In the world of fleet management, ensuring that a fleet of commercial vehicles is always in tip-top condition is more than just a matter of logistics—it’s a strategic imperative. This comprehensive guide is crafted to help fleet managers maintain their fleets’ excellence and efficiency.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Hydraulic door opener and closer, assume a critical role in the domain of modern architecture and building design, due to their usefulness and comfort. These gadgets, controlled by hydraulic mechanisms, have revolutionized how we installed the doors, offering simple methods as well as improved energy effectiveness.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 23, 2024

This month, we have 40+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud , including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. The link to the document(s) within the email will stay the same for access within Cost Management.

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