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Construction Risk Management: 8 Effective Tips To Success

Buildern

From crafting schedules and allocating budgets to nurturing a proficient workforce through comprehensive construction risk management training and drafting a symphony of contracts—the journey of a construction project is a tapestry woven with multifaceted administrative intricacies.

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Stantec to acquire ZETCON Engineering, a leading German infrastructure firm

Civil + Structural Engineer

Founded in 1973, ZETCON has built a reputation as an industry leader in infrastructure planning, inspection, project management, and construction management. ZETCON oversaw the work of five specialized companies mapping the 1,000-metre-wide corridor, while managing scheduling and cost control, risk management, and contract management.

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Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation

The Pro Builder

Construction Automation In my first job with a large-volume home builder, I saw firsthand the value of making as much of the house—wall panels, roof trusses, floor systems, stairs, millwork, and other components—as possible in a factory-controlled setting and delivering them to the jobsite on a just-in-time schedule.

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The 3 Ways That Drones Are Transforming The Construction Industry

UK Construction Blog

1 – Site surveying and mapping Drones have made site surveying and mapping much easier in construction. They can quickly create detailed maps and 3D models of the land. These photos give you a visual record of each construction stage, helping you spot any problems early so you can keep projects on schedule.

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Innovate for Efficiency: Future-Proof Construction

CCR Magazine

Data collected from past projects can be used for accurate estimating, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk mitigation, leading to improved project predictability, efficiency, and profitability. Data-Driven Decision-Making: Leveraging data analytics allows for informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

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How to Maintain a Productive Hydraulic Business

UK Construction Blog

That means optimising workflows, using technology wisely and managing inventory tightly to get results. Map out all the steps in your process and identify any bottlenecks or wastage. For example, integrating Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems will help you keep track of customer info and improve customer service.

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Reveal: The whole package

Roads Online

Despite delays and further cost and scheduling impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, works on the project are powering ahead. That’s why they’ve had a real focus on trying to de-risk as much of the underground space, as early in the project as possible.” We managed to deliver in the timeframe that we agreed on at the beginning.