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Managing the Complexities of Construction Drawing Sets

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Drawings are foundational to construction project management. While dedicated drawing management capabilities are the best way to keep sheets organized and accessible to the extended project team, the reality is that paper processes and cloud drives are still the norm. Project Management Connected Drawings. Team Drawings.

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What is RFI in Construction?

The Constructor

A request for information (RFI) is a formal written process undertaken during a construction project to clarify information like plans, drawings,

Drawings 264
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Year-End Financial Checklist for Construction Business Owners

Contractor Bookkeeping

As the year draws to a close, construction business owners find themselves in a critical period of reflection and preparation. Access to the best available tools and information is vital in almost any operation but is especially crucial in the competitive construction and home service industry. you can use our promo code YEAREND40.

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The Year-End Financial Checklist For Construction Business Owners

Contractor Bookkeeping

As the year draws to a close, construction business owners find themselves in a critical period of reflection and preparation. Access to the best available tools and information is vital in almost any operation but is especially crucial in the competitive construction and home service industry. you can use our promo code YEAREND40.

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Innovative LEAN Job Order Contracting Knowledge-based System

Job Order Contracting

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 (..)

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Commercial Construction Project Management Trends: How to Survive the Incredible Shrinking Timeline

HardHatChat

It’s much better to catch something like this while the project is still ‘at the drawing board,’ rather than discover the issue in real time on the job site, and have construction halted while a work-around is found. Best case scenario, we get fully detailed drawings with separate overlays for each mechanical system and trade.

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Commercial Construction Project Planning: 3 Warning Signs Your Budget Might Go Bust

HardHatChat

In a best-case scenario, a general contractor budgets a job based on thorough architectural and engineered drawings that encompass not only the client’s design intent, but also careful planning for everything from mechanical systems to cosmetic finishes. But in reality, the quality of plans we receive to work with at this stage varies widely.

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