Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

Industry statistics on the growth of mobile data worldwide speak for themselves. According to the “Cisco Visual Networking Index: Forecast and Methodology, 2011-2016,” global mobile data traffic will increase 18-fold over the next five years, reaching 10.8

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Mobility Statistics Forecasting Visualization 267

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 24, 2021

Create a shared scope of work using a a detailed line item construction cost estimate using locally researched cost data. An industry standard set of terms and definitions, written in plain English, supported by a database of locally researched detailed line item cost information assures accurate technical and cost work scope definition.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 23, 2022

With rising material costs and razor-thin margins, construction professionals must ensure that project costs and materials are precisely estimated so they can make accurate projections and optimize their bids. . While each project is unique, estimators often rely on years of knowledge of what materials are required to complete the project.

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Estimating Documentation Autodesk Bidding 105

Cassell Construction Estimating

AUGUST 24, 2009

I’ve been asked by one of my industry software provider friends to write a piece on the current state of Building Information Modeling (BIM), as it relates to estimating in the here and now. So how does this relate to estimating? Which brings to light the obvious question, are we estimators dinosaurs? Why Design-Build?

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Building Information Management

JULY 25, 2014

Demand for higher productivity in the construction sector and environmental sustainability is reaching a critical level and causing significant changes in both construction cost estimating and the AEC industry as a whole. Emphasis upon estimate and project sharing, collaboration, and reuse (vs. eTakeoff /BIM/QTO).

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Carol Hagen

MAY 22, 2013

When estimating the financial impact of these changes, subcontractors are often pressed for time and need an efficient way of locating the differences between plan sets. More Bluebeam articles you might be interested in: Construction estimating manual counting ends with visual search. Give me a call 602-570-7289.

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Plans Comparison Estimating Documentation 146

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Much like any other industry, the construction industry is also benefitting massively from a wide variety of software tools and apps. Below we have created a graphic that helps better visualize the construction technology space and how these tools are spread across the various parts of the construction industry.

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Building Information Management

JULY 25, 2014

Demand for higher productivity in the construction sector and environmental sustainability is reaching a critical level and causing significant changes in both construction cost estimating and the AEC industry as a whole. Emphasis upon estimate and project sharing, collaboration, and reuse (vs. eTakeoff /BIM/QTO).

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 15, 2023

Meanwhile, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) estimates that around $1.7 We estimate global infrastructure investment needs to be $94 trillion between 2016 and 2040. The construction industry must step up to meet demand, and doing that requires robust tools and efficient processes.

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Building Information Management

MAY 15, 2012

While the industry is currently fixated upon 3D visualization tools, aka Revit, Archicad, Bentely… they only represent components of a BIM solution. Here’s a list of BIM Construction Cost Estimating Requirements: 1.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The construction industry is no stranger to big changes. Whether it’s the proliferation of BIM, the shift to digital plans and documents over paper, or the rise of mobility and cloud collaboration, transformation has been part of the industry’s DNA over the last few decades. We are also an early mover in AI.

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Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 25, 2011

Construction Cost Estimating Blog. Some robust improvements like increased 3D visualization, capability for working with PDF files, and the ability to provide customized, more professional reports. The estimators can now transform images to CAD linework acclerating the process of making this image data useful. Estimating Vidoe.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Essentially, 3D BIM lets you create and visualize the building's design. It overlays scheduling information into the model, allowing users to visualize the construction sequence and plan the project more effectively. Estimating & Cost Data 5D BIM builds upon 3D and 4D BIM by incorporating estimating and cost data into the model.

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BIM Modeling Schedule Visualization 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Despite its benefits, however, BIM adoption isn’t as widespread in construction as some might think, according to recent industry findings. The 2017 report found the industry hasn’t made much progress in this regard. construction industry isn’t dedicating as much time and energy to BIM adoption as it could be. in 2016 to 10.4

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Building Radar

JULY 15, 2020

However, digitalisation in the construction industry is developing more slowly than in other industries. In our article, we have already described 20 construction industry trends to watch in 2020.Today Artificial Intelligence In general, artificial intelligence (AI) will positively change all areas of the construction industry.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 21, 2018

4BT-CE is the estimating and LEAN construction delivery component of Building in Cloud, BiC. Estimating Features. Detailed line item construction cost estimating, as well as program, project, and document management. Electronic estimating — directly access, search, and use pricing guides without physical books, paper, or PDFs.

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Contract Documentation Construction Estimating 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 12, 2022

In these, you’ll get to know the industry professionals and industry leaders taking the field into the future, learn more about exciting innovations, and build up your knowledge base with content to help improve your experiences in the field. . Topics include virtual visualization and how long it will take to implement VR.

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Building Information Management

MAY 18, 2012

A professional construction cost estimator in an important team member of any renovation, repair, sustainability, or new construction project. The Department of Labor projects a 36% increase in demand for cost estimators over the next several years. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program.

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Carol Hagen

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Whether you are a residential or commercial general contractor, Quickbooks is the most popular accounting software serving the construction industry in the United States. The challenge is achieving an integrated solution with estimating, scheduling and project management capabilities while addressing detailed job costing.

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CoreCon Management Software Software 141

Rory Woolsey

MARCH 20, 2012

Rory Woolseys Construction Estimating Blog. Construction Estimating One Bite at a Time. The Estimating Process; Get it Right! If you are interested in an expanded discussion on the most crucial step in the estimating process then go back and read my blog on "Scope, Scope, Scope!" Tuesday, March 20, 2012.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 9, 2023

The construction industry has seen rapid growth in digital collaboration. While these collaboration trends are promising indicators of digital transformation within the construction industry, firms still face data siloes and disconnect across their critical tech stacks.

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Autodesk BIM Construction Visualization 59

Cassell Construction Estimating

DECEMBER 2, 2016

Barry’s session, “Construction Tech Today and Tomorrow” provided historical perspective and a look ahead at the progress of technology in our industry. Paper record-keeping, isolated information silos, and old-school mentality are just a few of the habits holding us back.

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Building Information Management

JANUARY 17, 2012

Current the most common being use of proprietary 3D visualization software for the purpose of supporting the design and construction phases of the facility life-cycle. For example, let’s us take the creation of cost estimate for a major facility renovation. BIM can be applied at various levels. Definition of THE CLOUD.

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Building Information Management

MAY 3, 2012

While accurate, timely, and transparent cost estimating is critical to the success of any renovation, repair, sustainability, or new construction project, most construction cost estimators (over 55%) continue to rely primarily upon manual methods, hard copy documents, or electronic spreadsheets such as Microsoft Excel.

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Pro Builder

JULY 14, 2021

In a 3D environment, flat plans are brought to life, making it possible to visualize and understand precisely how a home’s design will come together. Tips for Using 3D Digital Models to Visualize and Sell Homes. It’s an accurate representation of the materials used to build a home, which takes the guesswork out of estimating.” .

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Modeling Sketchup Drawings Visualization 105

Construction Cost Estimating

JUNE 17, 2010

Owing to high number of design constraints and intricacy of construction a system known as conceptual cost estimation (also referred to as predesign cost estimation ) has been developed to conceptually estimate the costs for construction industries. There are various techniques available for conceptual cost estimation.

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Feasibility Estimating Modeling Structural Engineering 40

Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 14, 2011

Construction Cost Estimating Blog. Sage include a new SQL Server database to its Sage Timberline Estimating software. Sage North America, a part of The Sage Group plc and a leading provider of business management software and services, just released a new estimating solution to aid contractors to win more jobs and maximize Profit.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 7, 2017

A Construction Document Management System must allow the visualization of the most common files used in the construction industry such as detailed line item construction cost estimates, required forms, drawings and BIM models. In the construction industry companies the situation if far worse.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2018

Even as technology and modern processes are changing the way contractors have traditionally done business, the construction industry as a whole is still trying to shake off a big productivity gap. Progress — Data visualizations communicate urgency to direct team members to help keep projects on schedule.

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BD+C

APRIL 22, 2024

In 2014, the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) brought together several experts in the education community, law enforcement and security industry to develop a comprehensive guide to safer school design. Visual assessments can be done remotely via security cameras or directly through security-rated glazing.

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Security Design Defense Guidelines 59

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 21, 2023

Recession concerns are always a pressing issue for construction leaders, and for a good reason: the construction industry tends to take a massive hit during recessions and economic downturns. Have a better handle on cost estimates Your estimation practices significantly impact project costs.

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Construction Estimating Budgeting Budget 40

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

According to some estimates, an average of 35% of projects experience at least one major change throughout the life of the project. Change orders are original contract amendments that come up often, with an estimated 35% of projects requiring at least one. Better Designs and Visualization. What Is a Construction Change Order?

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Carol Hagen

MAY 11, 2012

Everyone receives PDFs via email, but not all PDFs are designed for construction industry use. Perform Estimating Takeoffs while Collecting Location and Material Information simultaneously. Let the Computer Find symbols on Plans for you with Visual Search. So what do I mean by a construction PDF?

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Documentation Contractors Construction AutoCAD 120

Building Information Management

APRIL 26, 2014

Collaboration and integrated, efficient project delivery methods are needed to achieve productivity gains within the architecture, engineering, construction, owner and operator (A/E/C/O/O) industry. E/C/O/O owner owner and operator (A/E/C/O/O) industry aecoo'

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Construction Cost Estimating

APRIL 2, 2018

The Construction industry is a slow adapter of technology now needed a huge speed in the process to get faster improvement and NavVis has many upgraded products. It is shown that with this device a man can scan up to 30000 square meters of spaces per day and can get a perfect, deep visual model of the interior of the building.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 6, 2016

Physical asset models should NOT be confused with 3-dimensional (3D) visualization, which is merely one of several methods of representing and working with information. Physical asset models include and require multiple competencies, industries, business processes, data formats, classification structures and layers, and technologies.

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Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

Recently the global construction industry has witnessed great technological evolution. Material Estimator : With this handy construction tool the contractors, designers, remodelers, engineers, architects as well as other building professionals will be able to calculate feet inch fraction construction math and building materials estimating.

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