CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Artificial Intelligence Integration in Building Controls Most commercial AI systems aim to teach an algorithm how to perform a specific task or process. AI systems can also automate HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems to reduce energy usage and operational costs. How Does Augmented Reality Save Time for Facilities Teams?

Facility Management 52

Facility Management Change Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation 52

Field Wire

JUNE 28, 2023

Determining what material will be installed on the project Approving plans for items being custom fabricated Project quality control procedures and results Examples of submittal-heavy projects: Commercial buildings will often have complex pre-fabricated components, like elevators, windows, generators, and cooling towers.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Project Management Schedule Management 52

Field Wire

JULY 26, 2023

The power plant was followed by a quick stint of estimating where I learned the ins and outs of construction contracts, Plan / Spec evaluation, costs and negotiations. John’s favorite feature of Fieldwire Using tasks and forms in tandem to track and record quality control on a project.

Quality Control 52

Quality Control Project Management Construction Management Change Management 52

LetsBuild

MAY 5, 2023

A single design flaw, drafting mistake, or other oversight can result in significant cost and schedule overruns. During preconstruction, you’ll use the project’s scope of work and the client’s vision to create the budget and costs involved, the project team and their schedule, and an overall plan to bring true value to the client.

Schedule Management 95

Schedule Management Project Management Handover Risk Management 95

In Eight

JUNE 14, 2023

From a timing perspective, the PoC delivers more control over constraints — that fall into one of several categories including design, economic, technical and legal — all of which should be identified before the project has broken ground. AWP Enhances Cost Efficiency What do procurement, IWP timelines and quality have in common?

Cost Control 52

Cost Control Procurement Schedule Management Quality Control 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 5, 2022

With higher-quality data and workflows to support that, your team can operate more efficiently, finish on budget, and within schedule. But does quality data really matter ? Here are six key ways to improve your data workflows for higher quality data, more profits, and better project outcomes. Control how you share your data.

Building Standards 92

Building Standards Project Management Schedule Management Change Management 92

LetsBuild

APRIL 3, 2023

At LetsBuild , we make adaptable solutions for construction project managers so you can plan more efficiently, keep your crews productive, take advantage of the data you collect, and finish your projects on budget, on time, and with higher build quality. Further reading: How can a digital site diary improve on-site quality control?

Project Management 98

Project Management Construction Management Lean Construction Risk Management 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 18, 2022

It’s a tool (or a set of tools) that goes beyond just project management capabilities and enables construction firms to carry out tasks such as managing budgets, ensuring quality and safety programs, setting schedules and timelines, communicating and coordinating with stakeholders across the office and the field, and so much more. .

Project Management 98

Project Management Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management 98

Jonas Construction

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Challenges like cost overruns, acquiring skilled staff , and knowing where your job costs are at have generally been expected in the last few years. Supply chain shortages eased a bit in 2023, but the materials costs are still high. So what can the construction industry expect from 2024?

Building Materials Manufacturing 97

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Information Modeling (BIM) Cost Control Controls Manufacturing 97

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Improved data quality and collaboration. Teams leveraging these integrations also increase the quality of their data and get a more holistic view of their projects. Seamless integrations also lead to higher quality data. Time savings and control to users. Want a demo? Discover and shop around new integrations.

Quality Control 52

Quality Control Project Management Schedule Management Construction Management 52

Field Wire

JULY 24, 2023

One of the key hurdles lies in the availability and quality of information. Prefabrication allows for the construction of building components in controlled factory environments, enabling expedited construction timelines, reduced waste, and improved quality control.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Prefabrication Stakeholder Engagement Building Automation 52

iField Smart

APRIL 6, 2023

scope, time, cost, and quality. Detailed planning and scheduling tools can bring clarity to project scope, save costs, and finish projects within schedule. Monitoring a chronological order of activities on a digital dashboard can support contractors and specialty contractors to save time and costs.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Schedule Management Lean Construction 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 27, 2022

Cost management is one of those areas of a project that should never be neglected. So rather than sifting through multiple, disconnected tools to get the cost data you need, the dream scenario is to use a single solution. You’ve purchased your cost management software and you’re finally ready to get it all set up.

Change Management 98

Change Management Schedule Management Project Management General Contracting 98

CCR Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

Delivering High-Quality Software Customers assume that the software is of good quality, works smoothly and the bugs are eliminated. A techniques like test-driven development, automation testing, and code reviews, developers have ways to guarantee quality without sacrificing the speed of releases. Balance is required.

Change Management 52

Change Management Quality Assurance Risk Management Building Automation 52

Field Wire

MARCH 5, 2024

Estimating project costs correctly and managing the budget accordingly are just as vital. You must have domain expertise and foresight to calculate how much everything will cost, avoid charging too little and spend funds properly. All subcontractors make project cost estimation and budgeting errors.

Estimating 52

Estimating Budgeting General Contracting Insurance Management 52

Buildern

OCTOBER 16, 2023

In simpler terms, it’s about coordination, communication, efficiency, and time and cost savings. This not only streamlines the workflow but also enhances the quality of output, helping companies deliver superior services and stand out in a crowded marketplace. What Is Construction Document Management?

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Based on a thorough review of transit vehicle performance throughout its entire North American database of intersections, LYT reports the following key metrics achieved in 2023: Saved a total of $569,300 in fuel costs due to transit signal prioritization solutions, a 14% reduction.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Quality Control Cost Control Communication 52

In Eight

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Functionalities found in different construction technologies allow more control over the issues that tend to trigger disputes in the first place. Beyond BIM, look to project management software with document control capabilities as this will help track scope modifications and change orders that become fodder for legal claims.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Risk Management Change Management Building Performance Measurement 52

Jonas Construction

JANUARY 30, 2024

Here are some of the construction technology trends that will dominate in 2024: Additive Manufacturing 3D printing technology is becoming more accessible and affordable, allowing construction companies to create customized building components on-site or in a controlled environment.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction Project Management Construction Management 52

Field Wire

JANUARY 16, 2024

Execution: Monitor worksite conditions and ensure quality control. CHANGE ORDERS SOFTWARE Stay on top of all cost impacts with Fieldwire's change orders app. For example, your average mid-level camera drone costs between $500 and $1,000. Preconstruction and procurement: Negotiate and sign contracts with subcontractors.

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Change Management Risk Management 52

LetsBuild

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Cost savings Investing in construction technology eliminates paper-based systems and manual processes, which are prone to errors thus resulting in costly reworks. Drones reduce the number of on-site crew members, boosting safety and cutting costs. Another reason is resistance to change.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Lean Construction Risk Management 52

LetsBuild

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Cost savings Investing in construction technology eliminates paper-based systems and manual processes, which are prone to errors thus resulting in costly reworks. Drones reduce the number of on-site crew members, boosting safety and cutting costs. Another reason is resistance to change.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Lean Construction Risk Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 18, 2022

It’s a tool (or a set of tools) that goes beyond just project management capabilities and enables construction firms to carry out tasks such as managing budgets, ensuring quality and safety programs, setting schedules and timelines, communicating and coordinating with stakeholders across the office and the field, and so much more. .

Project Management 52

Project Management Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management 52

LetsBuild

APRIL 21, 2023

Disputes, delays, cost or schedule overruns ? Cost overruns are also a significant concern for construction project managers. More to read: How can a digital site diary improve on-site quality control? What’s your biggest fear as a construction project manager? All of the above?

Project Management 97

Project Management Schedule Management Risk Management Construction Management 97

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Quality assurance and controls are stringently applied in the manufacturing setting which are precursors to continuous improvement, so quality is on an ever-upward trajectory and waste is virtually eliminated. Finally, old buildings are often constructed with higher-quality materials (e.g.,

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Modular Construction 52

Rapport3

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

How David Chipperfield Architects Transformed with Rapport3 In today's competitive architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries, a firm's ability to manage its projects effectively is just as important as the quality of its designs. Book a personalised demo with our team today to see the platform in action.

Change Management 52

Change Management Foundation Systems Project Management Stakeholder Engagement 52

LetsBuild

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc. This can also lead to disconnected operations due to the lack of central document control. Book a personalised demo with us today to learn how we can help you improve your construction management processes.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Project Management Steel Fabrication Construction Management 52

LetsBuild

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc. This can also lead to disconnected operations due to the lack of central document control. Book a personalised demo with us today to learn how we can help you improve your construction management processes.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Project Management Steel Fabrication Construction Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Effective change management enables better coordination leading to less risk in design, and improved quality in construction. New materials had to be ordered to site, and the removal and reinstallation had to be done delaying the project; costing time and money. This approach would have resulted in no delay or unforeseen costs.

Change Management 52

Change Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Collaboration Project Management 52

LetsBuild

AUGUST 18, 2023

The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc. This can also lead to disconnected operations due to the lack of central document control. Book a personalised demo with us today to learn how we can help you improve your construction management processes.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Project Management Steel Fabrication Construction Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 14, 2021

You may have heard Jim Lynch, SVP & GM for Autodesk Construction Solutions, share during his Keynote that Autodesk Construction Cloud is “enabling general contractors, specialty contractors and owners to control how their data is accessed, shared and managed at every stage.” How to avoid cost overruns by managing resources effectively .

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation Project Management Consulting Project Management 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 11, 2022

Improve project efficiency and quality: Thanks to various data streams processed by AI and machine learning, digital twins can help project teams streamline operational efficiency and improve construction quality. Lower costs: Digital twins can reduce life cycle costs, which can help improve the project and asset performance.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Handover Risk Management Project Management 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 7, 2021

There’s an app for everything including bid management, estimation, quantity take-off, RFIs, submittals, monitoring cost, etc. With business goals of accelerating time to value, reducing safety incidents, and improving quality, they needed one platform that connected all their data. Now, technology on site is a given.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Resilience Schedule Management Project Management 52

ProcurementExpress.com

JULY 15, 2019

No two projects look the same, and even the best-prepared estimates give contractors and clients only a partial picture of the actual scope of work and the costs involved. Tighten Up Controls. Look back at past records to paint a clear picture of how much you can expect each project will cost. Use Reports to Inform Budgeting.

Budgeting 68

Budgeting Change Management Construction Management Project Management 68

Buildern

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Pricing Starting at $299/month (billed annually) Key Features Defined Construction Estimation The estimation involves figuring out the projected cost, which is then used to allocate a budget and timeline. The project manager should create a corresponding document clearly defining these selections and associated costs.

Schedule Management 52

Schedule Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Construction Management Project Management 52

ProcurementExpress.com

JULY 15, 2019

No two projects look the same, and even the best-prepared estimates give contractors and clients only a partial picture of the actual scope of work and the costs involved. Tighten Up Controls. Look back at past records to paint a clear picture of how much you can expect each project will cost. Use Reports to Inform Budgeting.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Change Management Project Management Construction Management 52

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 13, 2017

Common construction abbreviations as as part of cost estimating software, Job Order Contracting software, and construction documents is a standard practice. CJ: Control Joint. CONT: Continuous, Continue, Control. DEMO: Demolition. FACP: Fire Alarm Control Panel. LC: Light Control, Lead Covered.

Painting/finishing 40

Painting/finishing Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation Fire Protection Systems 40