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3 ways computational tools empower better decision-making

BD+C

citizens advisory committee members were able to mark up a 2D map of the area with crayons which became automatic inputs for 3D tools, generating different city forms based on the land use ideas. On another project, the Wilburton Commercial Area plan, an upzoning planning study in Bellevue, Wash.,

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BIM, Value Management, Life-cycle Cost Management

Building Information Management

Unfortunately, too much emphasis has been placed upon 3-D visualization and other technology components vs. the process of life-cycle management. The job plan is the frame works that guide the systematic maneuvering of ideas to ensure that alternatives are not unnecessarily omitted (Ahuja and Walsh, 1983).

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

Visually inspect for corrosion. Make a visual inspection of the flue and chimney, checking for obstructions. Visually inspect equipment to ensure structural integrity, check all mechanical connections and fasteners for tightness. Visually inspect equipment for body shearing or pinch points. Check bolt torque.

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Corporate Real Estate’s Role in ESG: Scaling High-Performance Buildings by Leveraging an Effective Real Estate Program

Stok

Source: Fortune, Natural Capital Partners, Visual Capitalist. To determine the most appropriate approach, review the budget that was established, assess overall feasibility of integration given portfolio size and pipeline, and consider project team engagement and bandwidth. #5: 5: Measure success and monitor feedback loops.

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State by State Incentives Guide

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Energy Innovations Small Grant (EISG) Program: Provides up to $95,000 for hardware projects and $50,000 for modeling projects to small businesses, non-profits, individuals and academic institutions to conduct research that establishes the feasibility of new, innovative energy concepts. 50,000 (max.) for projects creating at least 100 jobs.

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STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Client companies are connected with industry-specific experts who are on the leading edge of technology and new ideas. Hawaii-based companies that receive Phase I feasibility study SBIR awards can apply for funds from HTDC’s Hawaii SBIR Matching Grant program. See georgiainnovation.org. Have 500 employees or fewer.

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Best Practices for Multiple Award IDIQ – Task and Delivery Order Contracting

Building Information Management

If, however, specific requirements for services can be clearly defined so it is more feasible to use a performance-based service contract, or to award a single prime contract under the 8(a) Program or as a set-aside to help meet small business goals, that may be a preferable acquisition strategy. Streamlining Ordering Techniques.