Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

Working with cloud-based, integrated construction software can keep everyone on the same page by providing equipment, materials and worker status visibility, project progress and productivity and timeline transparency — all in real time. Rushing from project to project is inefficient, and risks cutting corners.

Construction 237

Construction Software Software Estimating 237

Job Order Contracting

MAY 14, 2018

The Benefits of LEAN Job Order Contracting. Risk & Opportunity Management. The keys to LEAN Job Order Contracting are… The emphasis on leadership. Shared risk/reward. The focus on collaboration and transparency. Performance-based incentives. Objective key performance metrics (KPIs).

Contract 100

Contract Renovating Change Orders Organization 100

BD+C

AUGUST 28, 2023

Rebekah Schranck, AIA Contractors Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Architects Building Owners Construction Administration presents its fair share of challenges in the architectural industry, from managing clients' change of heart in the midst of construction to dealing with contractors that are reluctant to revise their work.

Construction 81

Construction AIA Architecture Contractors 81

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

They ensure everyone is on the same page from the get-go, on topics as diverse as how change orders how the chain of communication will be handled on site. They also try to identify special considerations and forestall potential areas of complication that can lead to change orders.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Schedule Budget 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

When these solutions don’t talk to one another, it creates data silos and ultimately hinders productivity. . Now the firm’s engineers and detailers can optimize designs to reduce waste and improve project certainty—while boosting productivity in the process. . Let’s take a closer look at these integrations. . DocuSign .

Autodesk 105

Autodesk Construction Contract Documentation 105

Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

As you may be aware, one of the greatest risks on a construction project involves the payment process. Contractors have a means of shifting the risk of non-payment by the owner to its subcontractor by including a certain payment provisions in the subcontract agreement. In Universal Concrete Products Corp. However, in Thomas J.

Contract 77

Contract Subcontracting Drafting Virginia 77

Building Information Management

JUNE 15, 2016

For that matter, construction is virtually the only business sector that has a long history of declining productivity. Defining outcomes, deliverable, risks, rewards, role, responsibilities, data requirements, and specification early, while also encouraging ongoing improvement, can limit change orders, legal disputes, and project delays.

Plans 40

Plans Change Orders Construction Legal 40

Building Information Management

APRIL 6, 2016

Owner focus upon a BEST VALUE approach to facility management is required in order to maximize productivity and minimize waster. Shared risk/reward. Financial transparency (example – commerical unit price book, UPB – material, equipment, labor, productivity). Shared Risk/Reward. Fewer Change Orders.

Renovating 40

Renovating Change Orders Procurement Construction 40

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Product Spotlight. Some Advice on Change Orders » A Change (Order) for the Better? When clients ask me about change orders, I’m reminded of a well-circulated photo. The yacht is named “Change Order.” Yes, change orders are nearly inevitable.

Change Orders 120

Change Orders Construction Software Software 120

Building Information Management

MAY 28, 2014

Being productive is not just about being efficient. Sure, you can tweak a few things here to attempt be more efficient with respect to your numerous renovation, repair, sustainability, and construction projects, but substantial productivity gains require fundamentally changing how you do things. Shared risk/reward.

Renovating 51

Renovating Sustainability Contract Products 51

Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 12, 2015

As you may be aware, one of the greatest risks on a construction project involves the payment process. Contractors have a means of shifting the risk of non-payment by the owner to its subcontractor by including a certain payment provisions in the subcontract agreement. In Universal Concrete Products Corp. However, in Thomas J.

Subcontracting 48

Subcontracting Legal Drafting Virginia 48

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 18, 2021

Problems like delayed change orders, poor communication and lost paperwork may make it harder to close out a project on time. The first step is to track every part of the project to streamline reviewing legal terms and change orders, for example. Delayed change order resolution.

Change Orders 52

Change Orders Documentation Equipment Risk 52

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

Product Spotlight. Green Construction & Construction Software » The Business of Construction Risk Management. With every project, no matter how big or small, there is always risk – risk of injury, financial responsibility, or quality assurance. First, they understand risk. Equipment Management.

Risk 120

Risk Insurance Construction Software 120

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 6, 2011

Product Spotlight. In running a business, there must always be a certain amount of risk that you’re willing to take. Risk is healthy; it keeps things fresh and gives you the opportunity to evolve. I took a risk in 2005 and dressed up as Superman for a marketing campaign. Never settle and take some measured risks.

Construction 195

Construction Software Software Accounting 195

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 19, 2017

The lack of robust, standardized processes and common, standardized information, combined with the excessive use of JOC consultants and limited market options, has been the primary reason for rampant waste and lack of productivity in certain sectors, especially State, County, and Local Government. Simplify project task management.

Contract 100

Contract Life Cycle Renovating Management 100

Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

It alone sets the tone, assigns responsibilities and deliverables, determines levels of risk, and establishes timelines among other items. Shared Risk/Reward. Enhanced productivity. Average project timeline. %/#/$ Change orders. Average procurement time. %/# and value of legal disputes. Reduced risk.

Construction 40

Construction Change Orders Procurement Legal 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 3, 2021

However, with construction budgets being scrutinized more so than ever and overall industry productivity remaining a constant concern, construction professionals can’t really afford to accept the new normal. Project management is much better served with software that can incorporate real time changes into account.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Budget Construction Software 52

PSMJ Resources

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

Good Project Management is Good Risk Management. Most risks are foreseeable and responsive to thoughtful project management. • Risk reduction by any means is usually superior to any management scheme. Agreements that are legal, effective, and achievable are even better. • React to change in real time.

Project Management 40

Project Management Risk Resource Management 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Workflow guidance on flexible budget structures, contract generation for commitments, collaborative change order workflows, and cash flow forecasting. Explain how to use the product to improve coordination and drive efficiencies on-site. A change management strategy likely matters more than you think. Josh Cheney, Sr.

Autodesk 52

Autodesk Industrial Construction BIM 52

Constructlaw

JUNE 17, 2022

But two recent state-court decisions evidence a change in that trend: Both held that the Economic Loss Doctrine bars fraud claims because parties to a commercial contract — often sophisticated and represented by counsel — allocate risk, prescribe damages, and rely on the terms of the bargain.

Colorado 52

Colorado Tennessee Claims Contract 52

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Product Spotlight. In this article, Schoppman explains how business owners should evaluate construction professionals on specific criteria to enhance margin, improve productivity and hedge construction risks. change orders. productivity. Equipment Management. Resource Center. Ask the Expert. Hardhat Connect.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 6, 2014

In point of fact, IPD for small projects has been around longer than IPD itself… and it’s called JOC – Job Order Contracting, also known as SABER in the Air Force. For example cost estimating JOCs or SABER in spreadsheets simply can’t be done transparently and productively. than new construction!

Construction 45

Construction Budgeting Budget Renovating 45

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

Product Spotlight. According to my friend Eric Carter, President of Approach Technology , simplistic passwords are the biggest security risks. Make sure the passwords follow complexity rules and make sure they’re changed regularly. Your risk will decrease significantly. change orders. productivity.

Construction 120

Construction Cash Flow Security Software 120

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 12, 2012

Product Spotlight. « The Business of Construction Risk Management. Additionally, you’ll want to keep track of the subcontractors and vendors you work with who are LEED certified or carry green products. change orders. productivity. Equipment Management. Resource Center. Ask the Expert. Hardhat Connect.

Construction 120

Construction Certification Green Software 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

Product Spotlight. « World of Concrete 2012: Products Get Smarter, Interfaces Mimic Streamlined Design of Smart Phones and Tablets. Current software providers can jump on the bandwagon, or risk losing out to new developers, or perhaps even these specialty apps created by contractors. change orders.

Software 120

Software Software Construction Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 10, 2011

Product Spotlight. From his story it became clear to me that while you can do powerful things with spreadsheets if you devote the time, you run into three serious risks: Complex tasks require complex programming, something off-the-shelf spreadsheets aren’t designed to support (especially when it comes to troubleshooting). productivity.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 12, 2012

Product Spotlight. While documentation management and team member prequalification may seem fairly obvious sources of added costs and risks, administrative costs may not seem so obvious. change orders. productivity. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. Resource Center.

Bidding 149

Bidding Construction Documentation Software 149

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 19, 2011

Product Spotlight. These are risk takers, men and women who are driven to hustle and make a profit—not the sitting still type. change orders. productivity. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. Equipment Management. Resource Center. Equipment and Services Directory.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Accounting 120

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

Product Spotlight. I think it’s safe to say that when most people say they’re concerned with security, they’re concerned with mitigating the risk of fraud, both internally and externally, and physical access to the data. change orders. productivity. Equipment Management. Resource Center. Ask the Expert. leadership.

Security 120

Security Construction Software Software 120

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 29, 2012

Product Spotlight. The Business of Construction Risk Management » The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM). change orders. productivity. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. Equipment Management. Resource Center. Equipment and Services Directory.

Construction 120

Construction BIM Software Software 120

Building Information Management

AUGUST 12, 2014

Cloud computing is more than a catalyst for change, it is a DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGY, thatwill significantly enhance productivity within the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Facility Management sectors. This enable errors to be found and corrected and/or changes to be accomplished earlier in the project timeline.

Estimating 45

Estimating Visualization BIM Contract 45

Building Information Management

APRIL 10, 2015

DBB is exclusively responsible for the construction sectors poor productivity versus all other business sectors. Shared Risk-Reward. Reduced or Eliminated Change Orders. Job Order Contracts Deliver: Excellent Quality: Partnering and performance incentives produce high quality construction and service.

Contract 40

Contract Renovating Bidding Construction 40

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Ruth King wants to show contracting businesses how to increase productivity and profit with short, information-packed episodes. Alex Barthet is a board certified construction lawyer and a mechanical engineer, making him an excellent fit to host The Lien Zone , which covers technical and legal questions related to construction law.

Construction 52

Construction Schedule Safety Industrial 52

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 26, 2015

Education, key performance indicators, common terms and definitions, LEAN collaborative construction delivery methods and supporting technology can to be leveraged to enable significant productivity and quality improvement.

Estimating 40

Estimating Management Life Cycle CSI 40

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 4, 2011

Product Spotlight. Some well managed businesses took some overly aggressive risks and are no longer with us. change orders. productivity. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. Equipment Management. Resource Center. Equipment and Services Directory. Ask the Expert.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software US 120

Building Information Management

JULY 30, 2015

Most larger real property owners manage their assets in an ‘ad hoc’ manner and have little true visibility into requirements, costs, or levels of productivity. Shared risk/reward: This is a long-term commitment by both the Owner and the Contractor. Significant reduction of change orders.

Renovating 40

Renovating Sustainability Contract Estimating 40

Building Information Management

JULY 30, 2015

Instead, most real property portfolio owners continue use ‘ad hoc’ methods and have little visibility into costs, requirements or relative levels of productivity. Shared risk/reward: This is a long-term commitment by both the Owner and the Contractor. Significant reduction of change orders.

Renovating 40

Renovating Sustainability Contract Construction 40