Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 7, 2018

In order to keep you informed of new technology trends and best practices in an ever-changing industry, we are bringing the top thought leaders of the industry to share valuable and timely insights for your construction company. Gregg is a principal and consulting manager for FMI Construction.

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Contractors Consulting Project Management Management 219

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Most organizations rely upon national average cost data, consultants, and/or historical data. Historical data shows little more than what some cost to build, without any information of what costs should have been. Internal email that links all communications and information to workorder, project, and contract.

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Construction Estimating CSI Comparison 239

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 30, 2022

4BT provides a complete range of JOC tools and services, including but not limited to, enterprise JOC knowledge management technology, locally researched facilities repair, maintenance, and construction cost data inclusive of line-item modifiers, technical specifications, and full training, consulting, and. support services.

Contract 220

Contract Procurement Consulting Liability 220

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 27, 2024

People, Process, and Information are the three kings. Focus on working with professions with experience, yet willing to learn, listen, and share information. As to information, there is only one critical aspect. ” Turn and run from any estimator, vendor, or consultant who claims to be able to provide one.

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Estimating Construction Procurement CSI 217

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

This year, we have even more cities on our list as well as new industry thought leaders to inform, challenge and prepare you for success in today’s challenging construction industry. Russ Young is a Senior Consultant at FMI and leads their technology partnering program. The Technology Strategist. Can’t make it to a roadshow?

Contractors 230

Contractors Industrial Consulting Florida 230

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 8, 2024

While traditional JOC Programs use national average cost data and location factoring or pay “JOC Consultants” a percentage of total JOC construction volume, neither maximize the potential of Alliance Job Order Contracting. Alliance Job Order Contracting has multiple benefits over traditional JOC.

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Contract Procurement Consulting Renovating 154

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

While the short term involvement of consultants can be beneficial during the early learning curve, long term business relationships with consultants should not be established. In no manner should consultants be engaged and paid a percentage of construction, repair, renovation, or maintenance costs.

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Procurement Plans Construction Renovating 217

Construction Marketing

MARCH 12, 2013

As mentioned in a previous blog post on market research , there are several options for gathering information about customers and their buying preferences and purchase intentions. The Growth-Share Matrix was coined by the Boston Consulting group, and helps analyze business units or product lines to allocate resources.

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Life Cycle Construction Products Boston 251

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 4, 2014

The Construction Marketing Association (CMA) provides professional development and training, resources and information, networking and recognition to marketers in the construction industry. Full information on the association is available on the website at www.ConstructionMarketingAssociation.org. Contact Neil Brown at 630-868-5061.

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Construction Illinois Electrical Resource 220

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Using mobile software apps, users can log their time, fill out reports, complete checklists and access information fast without shuffling through papers or making phone calls to find what they need. If someone is confused about how to execute a task in the field, they can consult plans digitally.

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Mobility Software Software Viewpoint 200

Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

To compete with those already achieving results from LinkedIn, you can read this additional information for some pointers: Leveraging LinkedIn: Pages and Applications. The majority of survey respondents work for construction services, building material manufacturers, commercial construction, consulting, or as home builder/remodeler.

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Construction Employment Remodeling Industrial 280

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Assure JOC program processes and structure mutually benefit your organization and awarded JOC contractors and can be implemented without the need for paid on-site “JOC consultant” 2. Prequalify potential JOC contractors. Contracts and individual Projects/Work Orders within JOC should have established dollar limits.

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Contract Bidding Organization Consulting 210

Job Order Contracting

MAY 16, 2023

Owners must provide leadership and accountability and not excessively rely upon “JOC consultants” #2. JOC Programs must be collaborative with all parties working in a compliant, fully transparent environment, and towards mutually beneficial well-defined goals. In many instances, this has simply not been the case. #1.

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Contract Documentation Consulting Accounting 226

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 9, 2013

The Construction Marketing Association (CMA) provides professional development and training, resources and information, networking and recognition to marketers in the construction industry. Full information on the association is available on the website at www.ConstructionMarketingAssociation.org. Contact Neil Brown at 630-868-5061.

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Construction Illinois Budgeting Budget 212

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 24, 2022

Lack of direct Owner participation and leadership (versus using a third party intermediary/consultants) can result in higher overall costs, higher JOC Program administrative costs, lack of cost visibility and controls, and a potential for misuse/fraud. Create trust and enable early and ongoing information sharing.

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Industrial Procurement Comparison Plans 233

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 29, 2024

Internal management of the JOC Program without excessive reliance upon a “JOC Consultant” Senior management leadership, commitment, and support. Excessive use of consultants in general has also been shown to introduce the potential for fraud and other forms of mismanagement. Learn more.

Contract 200

Contract Procurement Consulting Estimating 200

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

It eliminates barriers to collaboration by supporting a wide variety of file types, including 3D and 2D formats, Microsoft 365 files, and even Point Cloud information. This makes Autodesk Docs a flexible tool for generating the Golden Thread of information crucial to project success.

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Autodesk Construction Safety Regulation 80

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2023

This guide will clarify these options, providing a balanced view to inform your decision. You’ll discover the strengths and limitations of each method, leading to an informed decision that matches your building objectives. Consulting construction professionals can provide tailored advice for your project.

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Construction Sustainability Materials Design 286

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

False information can spread on social media and become "almost impossible to manage,” according to a communications consultant, unless the right strategy is in place.

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Accidents Consulting Contractors Management 117

Construction Marketing

APRIL 12, 2020

The decision to Outsource Marketing to a consultant or agency, or to hire staff for marketing is a frequent but critical consideration. Outsourced marketing or outsourcing is hiring an outside firm, agency or consultant to manage and implement a company’s marketing functions. Outsourced Marketing vs. Staffing Financial Analysis.

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Overhead Construction Consulting Comparison 204

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 21, 2021

dollars” The only source of cost information is from the service provider. Then net result is that owners are paying 30%-40% more than needed. This cost is general provided as a lump sum, for example “XX day inspection and maintenance of 60 ton chiller- $XXXXX.XX tubes from open tower systems may have contamination or hard.

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Inspections Equipment Safety Materials 246

Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 16, 2018

If you work in construction, you can’t escape the buzz around business information modeling (BIM) , the 3D modeling method used to communicate information throughout the design, build and lifecycle of a project. It’s a resource for shared knowledge that stakeholders can consult throughout the life of a project. What Is BIM?

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BIM Modeling United States San Francisco 162

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 15, 2021

All the tools and support services to implement and manage LEAN Job Order Contracting for any public sector organization are now available within the 4BT-PEP JOC Knowledge-based Information Management System. Do you manage your JOC Program directly versus outsource management to a JOC Consultant?

Contract 226

Contract Procurement Estimating Management 226

Green Building Law Update

MAY 26, 2019

GSA invited those system owners to complete a survey, which asked for information on the technical components of the certification system that address federal high performance building requirements and industry best practice, as well as the processes by which the system was created. BREEAM In-Use USA, version 2016. Green Globes, version 2013.

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Green BOMA Certification Renovating 45

Job Order Contracting

MAY 4, 2023

The use of consultants to prepare estimates must be carefully structured and reviewed, to make sure that no conflicts of interest exist from a Government-Contractor relationship aspect. Labor, material, and equipment costs, as well as productivity information should be provided and all based upon current local market conditions.

Estimating 202

Estimating Construction Documentation Risk 202

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 30, 2023

1998, Krafcik, The Triumph of the Lean Production System The post Technology will NOT SOLVE Construction Productivity Woes. appeared first on 4BT. 1998, Krafcik, The Triumph of the Lean Production System The post Technology will NOT SOLVE Construction Productivity Woes. appeared first on 4BT.

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Products Construction Procurement Management 187

Viewpoint Construction Technology

DECEMBER 13, 2017

hours searching for information every day. Information might be hard to find. Consult with the teams in the office and the field for feedback. Keep in mind that most companies struggle with information, communication, and processes, so if you see problems, you’re not alone. That’s a huge number!

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Products Documentation Office Change Orders 173

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 27, 2018

Here are a few highlights: FMI ’s principal consulting manager, Gregg Schoppman, gave presentations which asked difficult questions contractors face today: “What are you doing to contend with the current and future state of labor?”. Regardless of size and technology, what are you doing to improve your business’ performance today?”.

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Viewpoint Construction Contractors Consulting 182

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

On their face the two new statutory instruments apply to all UK registered companies and LLPs with over 500 employees with an annual turnover of more than £500 million; and also all UK Public Interest Entities, being companies currently required to produce a non-financial information statement under existing reporting laws.

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Regulation Risk Sustainability Management 194

Construction Enquirer

APRIL 25, 2023

Procurement body Pagabo has issued a prior information notice (PIN) for the renewal of one of its biggest construction frameworks. The latest Professional Services framework is valued at £750m and will take over from the current deal when it expires in April 2024.

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Bidding Consulting Procurement Deals 75

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2022

The owner is solely responsible for the JOC Program versus a “JOC consultant” Owners must have appropriate leadership and technical capabilities. Additional Information. (Again, UPBs should be fully researched when updated and not simply use a factor for updating costs. Contractor Prequalification and Selection.

Contractors 222

Contractors Contract Documentation Project Management 222

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 3, 2020

INTRODUCTION – Discussions about and implementing LEAN construction require consideration of a holistic approach involving multiple phases… Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery, as well as the integration of People, Process, Information, and Technology. See figure below).

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Procurement Construction Life Cycle Organization 159

Carol Hagen

APRIL 26, 2013

Many firms bring their Chief Information Office or IT department looking specifically for answers to mobile device management, cloud computing, and managed services. Think of it this way, you may pay consultants $250+/hr for expert opinions and guidance.

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CFMA Conference San Diego Software 224

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The knowledge of those doing the work is appreicated and particpants are enabled to make decisions that support common goals. Fully transparent techincal and cost information and targets ensures commercial alignment, while also mitigating contractual disputes, cost overages, time delays, and quality issues.

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Contract Procurement Innovation Renovating 196

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021

ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a fabulous group attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a new non-law consulting firm. It is one of various sources of good information in the ESG space. Nancy Hudes and I are now publishing a new blog at www.ESGLegalSolutions.com (.

Regulation 156

Regulation Risk Sustainability Claims 156

FDR Safety

MAY 19, 2016

Inform employees of the procedure for reporting work-related injuries and illnesses. Even Form 301, which can contain sensitive and private medical information, such as a description of the nature and severity of the employee’s injury, will be made public. Those documents will soon be subject to public scrutiny on the internet.

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OSHA Employment Injury Safety 195

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 28, 2021

ESG is such a new space that there are few authoritative sources of information, including that with no scholarly treatises and few if any peer reviewed published papers, blogs like this one are the best source of reliable information. Does your company engage outside consultants for compliance with ESG matters?

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Regulation Legal Consulting Maryland 156