Carol Hagen

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

Construction companies are bombarded by documents daily and making those documents electronic will reduce paper right? If this is happening in your construction office it’s time to address the problem. Making the process fully electronic saves time, eliminates filing and makes document retrieval almost instant.

Mobility 204

Mobility Office Documentation Construction 204

HardHatChat

JULY 27, 2020

Earlier this spring, I had the opportunity to talk with Restaurant Development + Design Magazine for an article on “How to Find the Perfect Construction Partner” that just published in the July/August issue. Plus, once a client finds a great construction partner, the best way to hold onto them is by being a good customer themselves.

Commercial 240

Commercial Contractors Construction Bidding 240

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

The construction consortium claims that the NY State Thruway Authority is dragging its feet on providing documents that show the drastic change orders made during construction of the new Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge.

Change Orders 91

Change Orders New York Claims Documentation 91

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 10, 2022

OpenBUILD(TM) is The ONLY Construction Integrated Project Delivery Solution with Locally Researched Cost Visibility with Program Management, Contract Management, Proposal/Bid/Estimate Management, Workorder Management , Project Management, Document Management, Team Management, Issues/Task Management, Workflow Management, and BIM integration.

Procurement 227

Procurement Construction BIM Change Orders 227

HardHatChat

JULY 19, 2011

It’s a mixed bag of commercial construction news for shopping center developement. Make sure the commercial construction team you hire not only has shopping center construction experience, but also retail and restaurant construction experience. Qualify your team. It’s just more paperwork and time on a job.

Commercial 201

Commercial Retail Change Orders Construction 201

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

As teams get larger and construction projects become more complex, proper document management needs to be an integral part of your workflow. Poor document management is detrimental to a project and can lead to delays, budget overruns , and rework. trillion in 2020. billion in rework alone annually.

Documentation 98

Documentation Management Construction Change Orders 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

6 reasons your construction projects are not being completed on time and how to avoid them. It’s both frustrating and costly for contractors when a construction project is postponed. There are some reasons, like weather that are beyond your control, but most construction project delays can be avoided. Budget Inaccuracies.

Construction 237

Construction Software Software Estimating 237

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 15, 2023

Mechanism for sharing risks and benefits Sustainable Facilities Management [contact-form] The post Relationship-based Job Order Contracting appeared first on 4BT.

Contract 171

Contract Change Orders Documentation Accounting 171

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 15, 2018

Contractors have to pay attention to budgets, deadlines, collaborators, change orders, progress reports, payroll, safety, compliance requirements and much more. Construction management is challenging, in no small part because the industry is governed by a plethora of regulations. Wage and union payroll agreements.

Management 173

Management Regulation Construction Documentation 173

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Construction sites these days have no shortage of data: design and BIM data from the planning stages of a project, jobsite data collected by wearables, mobile devices and sensors on equipment/materials, accounting and job progress data from the office, project management data and much more. That, however, is changing.

Construction 241

Construction Software Software Cash Flow 241

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.

Estimating 223

Estimating Life Cycle CSI Construction 223

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 25, 2022

Owners provide leadership and support within a LEAN JOC Program, without the problematic “filter” of a third party “JOC Consultant” Furthermore, LEAN JOC Programs can be implemented for 1/3 to 1/10 the cost of traditional JOC programs that require a percentage of construction value for JOC tools and support.

Contract 245

Contract Change Orders Bidding Budgeting 245

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Most Independent Government Cost Estimates are Not Well Documented. The usefulness of an IGE to a contracting officer and other Government interest depends largely upon its supporting documentation. The best source of information for “construction” IGEs is a locally researched detailed unit price book. FAR 36.203.

Estimating 264

Estimating Contract Documentation Office 264

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Building Information Modeling (BIM) isn’t a new concept in construction. Despite its benefits, however, BIM adoption isn’t as widespread in construction as some might think, according to recent industry findings. construction industry isn’t dedicating as much time and energy to BIM adoption as it could be.

BIM 223

BIM Contractors Software Software 223

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 17, 2023

Controlling construction costs is not rocket science, nor does it involve time travel. Any real property owner can control construction costs for facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects. Controlling Construction Costs is not rocket science 1. Controlling Construction Costs is not rocket science 1.

Travel 182

Travel Construction Subcontracting CSI 182

Construction Business Owner

JULY 12, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. Top 5 Trends in Construction Software » Committing Intentional Project Communications. Document availability.

Construction 136

Construction Documentation Software Software 136

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Collaborative Construction Procurement Planning and Project Delivery is a robust process for consistently achieving long-term best value for all participants and stakeholders. Change orders, errors, and omissions can be virtually eliminated. Collaborative Construction Procurement Planning Drives Best Value Outcomes.

Procurement 217

Procurement Plans Construction Renovating 217

Lets Build

DECEMBER 16, 2022

The success of any construction project relies on scheduling, costs, and the quality of the finished product. One of the major reasons that construction managers must schedule rework and fight against claims is defects. 3 types of defects in construction. 3 types of defects in construction. Material defects.

Documentation 148

Documentation Construction Inspections Site 148

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Construction Software – Is it Time to Buy? » The (Construction) Telephone Game. What does the telephone game have to do with construction operations? INSURANCE |.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Bidding 159

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Contractor prepares/updates Detailed Scope of Work referencing any sketches, drawings, photographs, and specifications required to document accurately the work to be accomplished and prepares a detailed line-item proposal of the planned work activity using the current unit price book (UPB). Any required documentation and/or forms.

Change Orders 205

Change Orders Documentation Drawings Contractors 205

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Nowhere is that more true than the construction industry. A few years ago, the ramp-up to a new construction season was an exciting time of year. Document Management.

Bidding 149

Bidding Construction Documentation Software 149

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 6, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « 3 Tips for Better Construction Fleet Fuel Management. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? Top 5 Trends in Construction Software. change orders.

Construction 195

Construction Software Software Accounting 195

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 31, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. As a construction business owner, you want customers (both current and potential) to see your business in a specific way. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? INSURANCE |.

Construction 185

Construction Software Software Accounting 185

Building Radar

JULY 30, 2024

Change orders are a critical aspect of project execution. This comprehensive guide will walk you through what change orders are, why they are important, and how they are managed effectively. What Are Change Orders? For a more detailed overview of how change orders work, check out ProjectManager.com.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders ProCore Construction Documentation 52

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Construction Business Owner Attends APWA 2011 Congress » Section 179, and what YOU need to know about it. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? INSURANCE |.

Construction 180

Construction Software Software Accounting 180

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 23, 2021

The innovative 4BT OpenBuild/OpenJOC(TM) Framework integrates planning, procurement, and project delivery to improve construction productivity. 4bt.us [contact-form] The post Innovative Solution Integrates Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery to Improve Construction Productivity appeared first on 4BT.

Procurement 130

Procurement Innovation Products Plans 130

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 16, 2020

4BT LEAN CONSTRUCTION COLLABORATION SaaS Solution. The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features. The innovate and exclusive Collaborative LEAN Construction Software for the Enterprise or Single Organization offering all of these features.

Software 136

Software Software Construction Estimating 136

Construction Business Owner

JULY 26, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? » Top 5 Trends in Construction Software. New) Mobile Construction Software. INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management.

Software 136

Software Software Construction Documentation 136

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites » Better Project Management through Better Communication. Tags: construction project communication , project management.

Construction 136

Construction Documentation Software Software 136

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 20, 2018

As we discussed in a recent blog post , the JBKnowledge 2017 Construction Technology report found that building information modeling (BIM) adoption in the United States has been fairly slow, with only 27 percent of construction companies having a BIM department. The United Kingdom is the gold standard for BIM.

BIM 230

BIM US United States Los Angeles 230

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Not All Construction Software is Created Equal » Being the Best. Is There No Free Lunch or Construction Software? Top 5 Trends in Construction Software. change orders.

Construction 174

Construction Software Software Accounting 174

Carol Hagen

JANUARY 8, 2014

They asked me to give them an overview of what Enterprise Content Management (ECM) was and what technology construction firms were using to manage their documents. If you have an ECM system in place prior to litigation you’ll save money in the gathering phase and can produce native documents and metadata if necessary.

Documentation 120

Documentation Construction Mobility Project Management 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. « Simplified Decision Making – Getting People and Processes In Order. Electronic filing also gives you the ability to search with simple keyword terms, so you can find documents faster.

Construction 136

Construction Software Software Accounting 136

Construction Business Owner

MAY 31, 2011

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. Finally, the programmers that do the actual coding will receive the final specifications document. The inmates may not like this, but our construction clients sure do! INSURANCE |.

Construction 149

Construction Software Software Accounting 149

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 18, 2012

Construction Law. Construction Safety. Construction Business Owner Magazine. Construction Business Owner E-Newsletter. -->. There are plenty of construction-specific accounting packages that work the way construction does and can efficiently prepare W2s and 1099s and year-end financial reports. INSURANCE |.

Construction 168

Construction Software Software Accounting 168

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Traditional methods for planning, procuring, and delivery repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction are incapable of consistently delivery of quality outcomes on time and on time. Change Order Management. Document Management – Full check-in/check-out and changes management. Collaboration Tools.

Sustainability 234

Sustainability Management Estimating Budgeting 234

Carol Hagen

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

Editing PDFs is a daily occurance in the construction industry. PDF editing streamlines and helps clearly conveys changes, clarifications and improvements. The PDF solutions Bluebeam provides to Construction Industry Professionals “are designed to improve communication, tracking, and speed.

Industrial 142

Industrial Documentation CAD Estimating 142