Job Order Contracting

MARCH 6, 2021

Who can offer change ideas (informally and formally)? What information is used in the process? What documentation, forms are required? In addition, collaborative teams, robust processes, and current actionable information are higher level Successful Construction Project Delivery Requirements. Email Address.

Construction 250

Construction Procurement IDEA Documentation 250

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Robust Process Integration + Common Shared Cost/Technical Information + Supporting Tech = Measurably Improved Cost Management. Integrating People, Process, Information, and Technology with proven industry best practices and organization-specific requirements into a proven cost management solution. 5) Measure performance – KPIs.

Renovating 246

Renovating Estimating Construction Procurement 246

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.

Estimating 264

Estimating Contract Documentation Office 264

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Historical data shows little more than what some cost to build, without any information of what costs should have been. Team management- Manage team member roles, workflows, documents, and cost data libraries. Internal email that links all communications and information to workorder, project, and contract. ” – Akio Toyoda.

Construction 239

Construction Estimating CSI Comparison 239

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 17, 2019

Few owners are able to query all the information generated on a project—from emails, documents, spreadsheets, CAD files and other apps—to find an answer to a question. Too many of today’s project management workflows, while automated, do not facilitate the use of all the data that is created on a project.

Organization 228

Organization CAD Project Management Documentation 228

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Best management practices, program, contract, proposal, project, work order, and document management are all components within collaborative technology.

Management 264

Management Procurement Documentation Resource 264

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

Credible Cost Estimate Core Elements #1 Objectivity – The information used and those invovled in the creation of the construction cost estimate must be objective. The reliance on outdated information (more the three month old) can introduce significant error. Primary data sources should be used whenever possible.

Estimating 223

Estimating Life Cycle CSI Construction 223

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Integrating People, Process, Information, and Technology is also another aspect of LEAN Asset Management. Sharing information must become a desire, rather than an obligation, and the norm. A shared common data environment (CDE) that maintains current, actionable information is another critical component. Common sense right?

Management 263

Management Life Cycle Procurement Environment 263

Job Order Contracting

MAY 26, 2023

Systems-thinking based process and integrated technology Integration of internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery teams Instant access to all current documents, drawings, forms, statuses Common goals, information, workflows Maximized leverage of the skills, knowledge, and problem solving of those actually doing the work Full (..)

Innovation 221

Innovation Contract Procurement Drawings 221

Job Order Contracting

MAY 14, 2020

Using the right pre-construction tools and services is important to early and ongoing information sharing and obtaining mutually beneficial best value outcomes. LEAN Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery. Improve Productivity 20%-50%. via Four BT, LLC – www.4bt.us

Life Cycle 255

Life Cycle Procurement Construction Renovating 255

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 25, 2023

Move all repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects forward with proactive, informed decisions. Full document management and version control. No national averaging or cost factoring) Current, actionable information leads to better decision-making and best value outcomes.

Sustainability 221

Sustainability Management Renovating Construction 221

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 27, 2020

Best value construction requires the integration of planning, procurement, and project delivery people, processes, information, and technology. All of the roles, responsibilities, documents, workflows, information architectures, and deliverables are clearly written. Learn more… References: El Asmar, Hanna, and Loh, 2013.

Renovating 262

Renovating Plans Procurement Construction 262

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 31, 2022

Establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve an asset management system, including a strategic asset management plan that documents how the system supports organizational objectives. Note: The ISO 55000 standards are made up of three documents collectively referred to as “ISO 55000.” Promoting leadership.

Organization 234

Organization Documentation Management Plans 234

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Monte Carlo simulation) to develop a confidence interval around the point estimate. ■ Monte Carlo simulation) to develop a confidence interval around the point estimate. ■

Estimating 227

Estimating Life Cycle Documentation Schedule 227

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 27, 2022

Collaborative, real-time technology enabling team access to current documentation and information. Common data environment, including current, detailed, locally researched unit price cost data. Global oversight with local, on-site empowerment. Fully compliant. Technical and cost visibility and transparency.

Contract 205

Contract Renovating Budgeting Budget 205

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 1, 2019

The features are insufficient including no or limited visibility into job cost and contractors can’t see up-to-date project information — instead just rolling with the punches. Advice from the coach’s corner: Remember when you couldn’t find that piece of paper with important project deadline information?

Software 277

Software Software Construction Organization 277

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 12, 2018

Documentation is key for compliance, and it’s especially important if an accident ever does occur so you can demonstrate you followed the standard. For a regulation like this crane operator certification rule, contractors need to ensure employees receive the necessary safety training and keep records that the training took place.

OSHA 221

OSHA Certification Safety Software 221

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Information Requirements, and 7.6. Documented Information. Update: ISO 55001 – Asset Management System Requirements: Expands a subclause to cover Data and Information and adds another on Knowledge in clause 7. They are: 7.5.

Management 224

Management Documentation Organization Plans 224

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Building Information Modeling (BIM) isn’t a new concept in construction. Accessible, version-controlled documents —BIM software solutions simplify data management and expand accessibility of documents to the entire team. Because so many of these benefits relate to improved efficiency, BIM tends to have a strong impact on ROI.

BIM 223

BIM Contractors Software Software 223

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2023

The 4BT Knowledge-based JOC Solution: Program Management Contract Management Proposal Management Estimate Management Work Order Management Workflow, Approvals, and Forms Management Full Document Management (now simply folders – full version control) Document, Forms, etc.

Contract 193

Contract CSI Documentation Management 193

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 4, 2022

Facilities Preventive Maintenance requires the following information to minimize downtime and unscheduled maintenance and repairs. Repair requirements must inform operators how to check out, troubleshoot, repair, and replace components of the system. Include warranty information for primary components of the system.

Equipment 233

Equipment Schedule Inspections Safety 233

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

Job Order Contracting

MAY 4, 2021

The integration of People, Process, Information, and Technology within a standardized framework has consistently proven to yield significant cost savings (see references below). Set up a 15-minute introductory discussion. and Walker, J. , The Efficacy of Unusual Contracting Approaches , UIBC 2018, IPA, November 2018. Oswald, T.

Honolulu 264

Honolulu Construction Procurement CA 264

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 2, 2022

Well-documented? Data architecture (standardized, common terms, definitions, information formats). Construction Cost Management = Transparency and Credibility. Is your construction cost estimate… Comprehensive? CORE PRINCIPLES. An estimate is no better than its basis. An estimate is a prediction and carries uncertainty.

Management 222

Management Estimating Procurement Construction 222

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 17, 2018

Speaking of inefficiencies, approval workflows in generic ERPs can get bogged down by poor communication and time wasted looking for needed documents. Automated document approval workflows — with digital access to source documents — are a much better solution. Poor vendor compliance and reporting visibility.

Software 208

Software Software Construction Documentation 208

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2021

Whether virtual design and construction (VDC) managers rework designs with architects to ensure the client’s vision is constructible, or project managers collaborate with superintendents to ensure the most up-to-date documents are available to manage field teams and the quality of their construction, there is risk of losing profit margins.

Modeling 234

Modeling Environment Autodesk BIM 234

Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

These tools enable construction professionals to rethink every aspect of project planning, execution, and collaboration, whether it be through the use of project management software, virtual reality (VR), or building information modeling (BIM). In addition, QR codes can also be a great solution if you want to keep your information in safety.

Innovation 247

Innovation Construction Safety Budgeting 247

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 exact opposite is true.

BIM 230

BIM US United States Los Angeles 230

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 10, 2020

Job Order Contract Best Management Practices involve a focus upon LEAN collaborative construction planning, procurement, and project delivery processes and the associated integration of people, process, information, and people. Not all Job Order Contracts (JOC) and JOC Programs are the same. JOC Program Best Management Practices.

Contract 230

Contract Management Procurement BIM 230

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2018

Document Management & Markup — Users can mark up PDFs for easy communication and collaboration. Team’s user-friendly dashboard with filter, sort and drill-down capabilities makes it easy to find and interpret information as well. The cloud storage available with Viewpoint Team also improves document management and collaboration.

Viewpoint 221

Viewpoint Project Management Software Software 221

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 21, 2023

Our platform can manage multiple Programs, Contracts, Proposals, Estimates, Work Orders, Documents, Forms, Contractors/Subconstractors, Teams, Buildings, Graphics, Issues/Tasks, and even leverage BIM information.

Estimating 219

Estimating CSI Defense BIM 219

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 12, 2022

4bt.us) has developed a SaaS (web-based) information management application, developed as a SaaS solution for the Job Order Contracting (JOC), Indefinite Quantity Contracting (IQC), and integrated project delivery. It’s time to rethink your JOC Program. 4BT (Four BT, LLC – www.4bt.us) Full Compliance and Monitoring.

Procurement 247

Procurement Contract Management Renovating 247

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 16, 2021

During the preconstruction phase, teams often operate independently, only collaborating or sharing information when absolutely necessary. Without a single source of truth, stakeholders don’t have a clear path to follow or means of accessing information. In construction, information often lives in several different systems.

Life Cycle 286

Life Cycle Modeling Autodesk Software 286

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This document outlines A Solid Construction Project Delivery Framework to better address the complex problems of planning, procurement, and new builds. Enabling technology embedding processes, workflows, and information. Mandatory initial and ongoing training for all participants and stakeholders. Regular third-party audits.

Procurement 223

Procurement Plans Accidents Agreement 223

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. When you remove paper from the equation, chances of miscommunication, errors and lost documentation are dramatically reduced.

Mobility 200

Mobility Software Software Viewpoint 200

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2022

While there is a lot of talk about centralizing information, data must be current and actionable, as well as in a common format that everyone can easily understand. BIM Model Integration, Information Viewing/Access. Document Management – Full check-in/check-out and changes management. Activity Dashboard. Bid Management.

Sustainability 234

Sustainability Management Estimating Budgeting 234

Job Order Contracting

MAY 4, 2023

Labor, material, and equipment costs, as well as productivity information should be provided and all based upon current local market conditions. Basis of a Cost Estimate : Estimates should be developed using the best information available. The documentation should be in a form that can be understood, checked and verified.

Estimating 202

Estimating Construction Documentation Risk 202