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Technology will NOT SOLVE Construction Productivity Woes.

Job Order Contracting

Despite the hype of many vendors, Technology will NOT SOLVE Construction Productivity Woes. 1998, Krafcik, The Triumph of the Lean Production System The post Technology will NOT SOLVE Construction Productivity Woes. Corporate parentage and culture do appear to be correlated with performance; the level of technology does not.

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JOC Software Technology

Job Order Contracting

JOC Software Technology: Do’s. JOC software technology should primarily focus upon enabling contractors and owners to create detailed line item construction costs estimates, using the appropriate JOC unit price books,that adequately reflect the scope of work required by the owner. The software should be easy to install and use.

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How to BENEFIT from Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting

Third parties should only be used to provide software, unit price cost data, and appropriate services such as training and auditing. #4 4 JOC should NEVER be used to simply speed the procurement of repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction project. Used to its full benefit, JOC is a LEAN integrate project delivery method.

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Learning about Job Order Contracting?

Job Order Contracting

JOC is both a procurement mechanism and a project delivery method. When designed and managed properly, JOC integrates planning, procurement, and project delivery processes and teams under a consistent programmatic workflow. Do I need to procure a set of technical specifications from a JOC products and services provider?

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3 Keys to a Better Bidding Process

Construction Business Owner

With only 37% of respondents reported to be taking full advantage of the preconstruction software available to them, it’s clear that successful digital transformation requires more than just purchasing software. When choosing new bidding technology, teams must find a solution that improves productivity, collaboration and efficiency.

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The Unique Challenges of Procurement Planning for Construction Companies

ProcurementExpress.com

Construction teams face unique procurement challenges due to the complex nature of the business. As technology changes the game, procurement is becoming a strategic juggling act. With that in mind, we’ll look at three of the biggest challenges that construction teams deal with and how they affect procurement planning.

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How To Improve The Management Of Construction Site Inventory

Construction Marketing

Implement The Use Of Management Software. The introduction of management software systems could add some much-needed modernization to your construction business. Likewise, having management software that combines inventory business process supervision could achieve more than inventory control. . Continue reading to learn more.

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