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Why the majority of CMMS System Implemenations Fail

Building Information Management

For example, virtually none of the major (or even minor) CMMS or IWMS technology vendors incorporate a standardized cost database, such as RSMeans, from which users could compare their actual material, equipment, and labor costs against a localized reference standard. “Just plain stupid”, right? That’s the hard question.

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Built Environment Life-Management, BIM, LEAN, and Efficient Project Delivery

Building Information Management

Life-cycle Management 101. BIM (Building Information Modeling) is the life-cycle management of the built environment supported by digital technology. As such it serves as a shared knowledge resource for information about a facility, forming a reliable basis for decisions during its life cycle from inception onwards.

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Construction Specifications

Construction Cost Estimating

It consists of 50 Divisions, to be applied for integrating facility life cycle and maintenance information into the building knowledge base. CSI (Construction Specifications Institute) is a renowned association that provides the standardization of construction language related with building specifications.

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Construction Specifications

Construction Cost Estimating

It consists of 50 Divisions, to be applied for integrating facility life cycle and maintenance information into the building knowledge base. CSI (Construction Specifications Institute) is a renowned association that provides the standardization of construction language related with building specifications.

CSI 45
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CULTURE, TECHNOLOGY/SOCIAL MEDIA, & BIM

Building Information Management

Unproductive ad hoc processes traditionally associated with the design, construction and management of the built environment are being replaced by robust life-cycle management and efficient project delivery methods. management of the built environment are being replaced by robust life-cycle management and efficient project.

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Developing a Job Order Contracting Program

Building Information Management

The traditional specification, design,and low bid award delivery system for minor construction or facility modification has the following deficiencies: Specifications and drawings are compiled by designers who often do not have the best construction experience. A JOC is awarded on a low-bid, competitive award basis.

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Development of the Job Order Contracting (JOC) Process for the 21st Century

Building Information Management

The traditional specification, design, and low bid award delivery system for minor construction or facility modification has the following deficiencies: Specifications and drawings are compiled by designers who often do not have the best construction experience. A JOC is awarded on a low-bid, competitive award basis.