There are many ways to visualize construction projects and their management, the triple constraint of project management is another way to view these projects. Project management instructors use multiple ways of describing project management since everyone learns differently. The triple constraint is another way of describing the challenges that project managers face when working on […]
The Trade Contractor’s Autodesk University Agenda Made Easy!
Autodesk University Agenda Made Easy! In less than month, over 10,000 individuals will descend into Las Vegas for Autodesk University. Part of the experience also includes pre-conference workshops of Connect & Construct and Forge DevCon. Over the course of four days, there will be over 800 sessions. The seemingly endless options can be overwhelming. Don’t […]
How to Find Skilled Construction Workers
Construction workers are the backbone of any construction company, but finding and hiring skilled construction workers can be very difficult and time-consuming. Learning how to find skilled workers is a necessary skill for those working in the construction industry because construction workers put the value of a construction company on display through the quality of […]
How to Move to a Cloud Document Management System
How often have you had trouble locating a document? Paper documents get lost in transit from job site to office. If (or when) the documents make it into the office, they can get misfiled into an abyss of paperwork. So then, we make the transition to electronic documents. Hooray! But then we run into new […]
The Newest Avenger – BIM 360 + eSUB. Better together. Better results.
Everyone loves a good superhero story. The superhero protects the public from the evil supervillain. Even better is when multiple superheroes, similar to the Avengers, band together and create a superpower. In the same vein, what if we took the leading construction solutions, eSUB and BIM 360, and integrated them together? On their own, they […]
4 Ways Virtual Reality in Construction Makes an Impact on Commercial Construction
Television and movies have always theorized how virtual reality would impact society. What used to be science fiction is science fact especially with virtual reality in construction. Most of the applicable technology is several years away from commercial consumption. However, in the demonstrations, tests, and case studies show that there will be a permanent place […]
The Functions of Construction Management
Construction and project managers play a huge role in the overall success and development of any project, leading a project from start to finish. But what steps do they take to ensure a project has been adequately completed? For those working in this field, there are six functions of construction management that need to be […]
Reasons Subcontractors Should Use Project Management Software
Contractor project management software might not seem different from project management software for subcontractors, but they have strong differences. The work general contractors and subcontractors do day to day is incredibly different and requires a separate software solution. A subcontractor can maximize their profits and the return on investment for the software simply by using […]
Ways to Improve Your Construction Management Process
Successful project managers are always looking for new ways to improve their construction management process. A successful process can improve project completion times, communication, and even impact future projects. Many construction projects end up over time or over budget which hurts the subcontractors that work on them. Improving the construction management process can help improve […]
The Best in 2019 – BIM Design, Subcontractor Project Management, and Accounting
After decades of low productivity and operating under manual processes, the construction industry is finally starting to acknowledge the productivity gains that can be achieved with technology. And technology vendors recognize this and are flooding the market with solutions. According to global management consulting firm McKinsey &Company, there are more than 2,400 construction technology solutions! […]
Reasons for Using Cloud Based Collaboration in Construction
Reasons for Using Cloud Based Collaboration in Construction Construction work isn’t just field work, there are teams of office and field workers using cloud based collaboration to complete projects. Cloud based collaboration in construction works to connect the field and office as well as general contractors with subcontractors. Cloud storage and software is no longer […]
What is Integrated Project Management?
When implementing new software, creating a product, or delivering a service, specific processes are in place to achieve specific goals. To do so successfully, a project manager is appointed to lead the charge. There are different methodologies in place to ensure the project meets the specific success criteria. One of those methodologies is integrated project […]
How VDC Software Improves Responses to RFIs and Change Orders to Increase Productivity
There is a shift in the mentality of the construction industry in part due to the push by architects and engineers to adopt VDC software. VDC software is more than just a suite of new tools that can view three-dimensional buildings; it’s a process and a mindset that is changing how things are built. As […]
How to Improve Operational Efficiency in Construction with BIM Modeling
BIM modeling is a hot topic in construction, analysts and forecasters are betting on how it will shape the industry. One of the more significant areas where BIM can impact construction is in operational efficiency. Since BIM modeling can predict and showcase many possibilities and potential issues while generating loads of valuable information, it can […]
Project Management Basics Every Project Manager Needs to Master
Project managers play a significant role. They are responsible for driving a project from planning towards execution. But how do they get there? The specific responsibilities of a project manager differ from the type of project and industry. However, there are project management basics that every project manager needs to master regardless of the kind […]