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Construction Equation: Knowledge Problems + Data Problems + Management Problems = Outcome Problems

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Fundamental math for every real property owner… Knowledge Problems + Data Problems + Management Problems = Outcome Problems. Facilities and infrastructure project investments have long-term consequences. Management Problems. Knowledge Problems + Data Problems + Management Problems = Outcome Problems. References.

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CONSTRUCTION PROJECT FAILURE FACTORS

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4 Failure to leverage granular construction-based line of granular tasks and associated labor, material, equipment, and productivity information Inconsistency in planning and scope management, poor communication, and failure to address stakeholder engagement can be rectified. . #4 International Journal of Project Management Chitkara, K.

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Characteristics of Strategic Collaboration and Efficient Construction Project Delivery

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The benefits of strategic collaboration vs. traditional construction planning, procurement, and project delivery are well documented and partially listed below (Chan et al., 2004; Black et al., Lower project related cost growth. Projects completed at or under budgeted cost. management. Management, 6(3), 159-168.

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Lean methodology is ignored by the construction sector

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Research has readily noted the causal factors for the relative lack of adoption of Lean across the construction and facilities management sectors. Journal of Civil Engineering and Management, 14(2), 73–78. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 8 (4,), 292-303. Retrieved July 12, 2010, from [link] Alinaitwe, H.

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Why Projects Fail

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First and foremost is important to understand that all projects are exercises in managing change. The fact that variation is going to occur (relative to planned activities and outcomes) during the project is a given. Traditional construction project delivery is antiquated, outdated, antagonistic, and prone to failure.

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LEAN Construction Framework – A Robust Solution fully supported by tools and services

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Target and actual cost visibility and breakdown need major attention, mainly through the development of specific inter-organizational cost management system and granular, local market researched data. Cost Management, ABI/INFORM Global, New York, 20 (5) 20-27. Olaf College fieldhouse project: a case study in. Swenson, D.

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Credible Construction Estimate Core Elements

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Education, key performance indicators, common terms and definitions, collaborative construction delivery methods, and current, objective, local market granular cost data as well as supporting technology can to be leveraged to enable significant cost savings via signifincant improvements in cost visibility, cost management, and productivity.