Productivity

Under the Impression That Repeatable Processes Aren’t for Construction? Think Again

by Jon Fingland | Apr 14, 2020
Productivity | Project Delivery | Technology

Repeatable processes ensure consistency, organizational efficiency and less waste. Improve workflows by applying these processes to estimates, project management and managing content.

Hurry Up and Wait: Pacing and Concurrent Delay in Schedule Disputes

When critical path activities are delayed by the owner (or another party), contractors will sometimes “pace,” or slow down, other activities to match the owner-caused delay. What should contractors do to preserve their rights to obtain more than a simple time extension?

Five Reasons to Use Quality Visual Progress Control on Every Project

by Harry Handorf | Apr 8, 2020
Data Analytics | Productivity | Technology

Progress control is an opportunity to collect data on a project. Extracting information from imagery project data (photos and BIM model visualizations) is called "visual progress control.”

Construction Technology and Software Rundown: April 10, 2020

by Marla McIntyre | Apr 7, 2020
Productivity | Technology

Here's a rundown of the latest in construction technology and software.

Integrated Software Is an Imperative in the Construction Industry

by Frédéric Guitton, James Cook | Apr 7, 2020
Productivity | Technology

Contractors need integrated and connected solutions for a seamless flow of data. Connected software solutions automate complicated workflows and facilitate collaboration and operational efficiency.

News Briefs: April 2020

by Construction Executive | Apr 1, 2020
Business | News Briefs | Nuts + Bolts | Productivity

PLA mandate ordinances, 2021 international plumbing and mechanical codes, increase in construction rental revenue and more.

A New Spin on Productivity Review Processes

by James Gianelloni | Mar 31, 2020
Productivity | Project Delivery | Project Management | Workforce

A new approach to tracking productivity can mean savings for businesses working across the construction industry. Here's how it went for one contractor.

A Common Data Environment Can Transform Construction

by Anastasios Koutsogiannis | Mar 31, 2020
Productivity | Technology

A "common data environment" is a collaborative online platform where users can store, share and manage project information. This structured approach can increase efficiency, save money and deliver projects on schedule.

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Under the Impression That Repeatable Processes Aren’t for Construction? Think Again

Hurry Up and Wait: Pacing and Concurrent Delay in Schedule Disputes

Five Reasons to Use Quality Visual Progress Control on Every Project

Construction Technology and Software Rundown: April 10, 2020

Integrated Software Is an Imperative in the Construction Industry

News Briefs: April 2020

A New Spin on Productivity Review Processes

A Common Data Environment Can Transform Construction

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