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Credible Construction Estimate Core Elements

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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 The reliance on outdated information (more the three month old) can introduce significant error.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.

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Improve Construction Productivity Via Relationship Management

Job Order Contracting

Consider total cost of the project/program, including change orders, potential for legal disputes, and especially prior performance on similar projects. Long Term Relationships – Seek out service providers that truly will partner with you and understand the complexities of life-cycle facilities management.

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LEAN Procurement via Collaborative Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting

There are several core elements associated with LEAN Procurement via Collaborative Job Order Contracting for real property owners, construction contractors, and building users. All begin with the desired outcomes of the project life-cycle in the forefront. Defining and developing processes that support positive outcomes.

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Efficient Facilities Repair, Renovation, and Construction Basics

Job Order Contracting

It is the integration of people, process, information, and technologies that is provided for by adopting LEAN strategies. There are currently at least three proven LEAN methods relevant to this discussion: Life-cycle total cost-of-ownership modeling and management. Job Order Contracting. Integrated Projects Delivery.

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Job Order Contracting Done Right! Open, Best Value, Efficient

Job Order Contracting

Focus is upon providing an Open Framework that can be used out-of-the-box, yet also be tailored to specific organizations and requirements, while still maintaining standardized informational core data to assure portability and information maintenance. The post Job Order Contracting Done Right!

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Facilities Management Key Performance Indicators

Job Order Contracting

KPIs are essential to facilities management, as the old axiom goes, “you can’t manage what you don’t measure” While benchmarks against peer organizations are important, the collection and analysis of actual current and actionable information is preferable. Number/percentage of change orders.

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OpenJOC – LEAN Construction Delivery / Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting

They drive lower overall costs and virtually eliminate legal disputes. ASSET LIFE-CYCLE MODEL – Total Cost of Ownership Management. When considering a JOC, it is critical that appropriate relationships be developed, nurtured, and maintained among the owner and all participants. JOC & IPD White Papers.

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