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FedRAMP limits Construction Productivity and Innovation

Job Order Contracting

While FedRAMP aims to enhance the security of cloud services used by the federal government, it negatively impacts small businesses, the overall attempt to improve the AECOO sector’s low productivity, and innovation. The fear of investing in a solution that may not meet compliance standards stifles innovation.

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5 Design Considerations When Building In Harsh Environments

Construction Marketing

After all, no amount of high-grade construction can stand the test of time if it doesn’t survive its environment. Engineering in harsh environments poses a distinct set of challenges that call for innovative and robust design solutions. As an industry, engineering is always about adaptability.

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National Security Impacted by Lack of Facilities Lifecycle Management

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Is national security impacted by lack of facilities lifecycle management? Economics, the environment, national security, and life/safety are all negatively impacted by the lack of a sustainable facilities lifecycle management strategy. Absolutely. Via 4BT.US – Robust facilities lifecycle solutions.

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Protecting students from modern security risks with rolling door and grilles

Construction Specifier

A rolling grille in a school to provide protection from modern security risks. A growing commitment to student safety has ignited a wave of innovations and initiatives aimed at creating secure learning environments. Photos courtesy Clopay® Corporation. However, preparedness goes beyond school officials and administrators.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players.

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Glazing and curtain walls: Striking the balance of comfort and security

Construction Specifier

By Mike Smalley Everyone has reasonable expectations to feel secure and comfortable while occupying interior environments such as schools, workplaces, hospitals, churches, and entertainment venues. Product technologies and process innovations are helping designers challenge the status quo.

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Emerging considerations in inclusive design

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At Page, our design philosophy encourages planners to go beyond these typical notions to provide unique, more inclusive environments. Rethinking universal design as “design for all,” creates functional and aesthetically pleasing innovations that transcend this baseline of universality. Nemour's Orlando Children's Hospital.

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