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Enhancing Team Collaboration in Construction Through Communication

CCR Magazine

But lets face it, communication in construction often feels like playing a giant game of telephone, and the stakes couldnt be higher. It starts with better communication. The Communication Struggles on a Construction Site Communication breakdowns in construction happen for a ton of reasons. Cue mistakes and wasted time.

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How Rabbet Eliminates 97% of the Impact of Poor Communication on Project Outcomes

Rabbet

Effective communication is the backbone of successful project management. According to a study highlighted by Ascertra, poor communication is a major factor in project failure, accounting for nearly one-third of unsuccessful outcomes. Document Management Gone are the days of hunting through emails and scattered file systems.

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Digital Twin Consortium Publishes Platform Stack Architectural Framework

Civil + Structural Engineer

The guide, designed for C-Suite and business leaders, provides foundational building blocks and central concepts of a digital twin system. System architects can use it to enable technology selection through development. and “What elements take a solution from being a great model or simulation to qualifying as a digital twin?”

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How unpiloted systems are changing the landscape for civil and structural engineers

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Josh Rayburn Unpiloted systems continue transforming civil and structural engineering by improving efficiency, accuracy, and safety while empowering civil and structural engineers to control costs. Modern unpiloted systems include robotics with sensors that can be deployed on a schedule and a specific path.

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Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes

UK Construction Blog

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. Foundation cracks, wall collapses, and uneven settling occur frequently in residential and commercial properties.

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DFI Announces New Chair of Drilled Shaft Committee

Civil + Structural Engineer

Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) announces David Graham, P.E., He has consulted on deep foundation design, load testing and construction for many major bridges throughout the U.S., We bring together members for networking, education, communication and collaboration. Hawthorne, N.J. He succeeds Paul Axtell, P.E.,

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Combining Concrete and Offsite Manufacturing to Create Resilient Homes

The Pro Builder

We chose Florida for a couple of reasons,” says Melissa Pinto, vice president, marketing and communications, Onx Homes. In its offsite factories, Onx manufactures all of the elements of the home—the foundations, staircases, walls, roofing systems, and bathroom pods—and then assembles them onsite.