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Preconstruction Meeting: A Quick Guide to Success   

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They ensure everyone is on the same page from the get-go, on topics as diverse as how change orders how the chain of communication will be handled on site. In fact, surveys show that construction projects routinely come in over budget. Unfortunately, construction project success is not a given. And timelines?

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Tips for a Successful Project

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It’s no accident when a construction project is built on time and within budget; without sacrificing quality workmanship or materials. Take the time necessary to design a project within your budget. Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance. The Five “P’s” It’s true; we reap what we sow.

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Construction Budgeting 101

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Your construction budget is one of the most important things to get right in any project. Poor budgeting leads to inaccurate estimates and error-prone forecasts, which can result in unfavorable project outcomes. The lack of proper budgeting practices can also lead to communication breakdowns and misalignment. Iron out the scope.

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7 Steps to Successful Project Closeout

Autodesk Construction Cloud

As the days pass and your project draws to a close, you’re ready to chalk this one up as a success and prepare for your next challenge. Problems like delayed change orders, poor communication and lost paperwork may make it harder to close out a project on time. Delayed change order resolution.

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3 ways to avoid defects in construction

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Defects due to omission are typically fixed through change orders that add to the scope of work for one or more contractors. In addition, not having proper inspection plans in place can prevent you from detecting defects early on in the project, resulting in more rework and less profit. Workmanship defects.

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How Much is Poor Construction Document Management Costing You? 

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Poor document management is detrimental to a project and can lead to delays, budget overruns , and rework. A large number of rework requests are generated due to a lack of version control on drawings and plans. For most of us, construction document management is an unavoidable and necessary part of the job. trillion in 2020.

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Autodesk Build is Available to All, Combines Capabilities of BIM 360 and PlanGrid

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Users can also control documents, track versions of drawings, and manage approval capabilities on 2D sheets and 3D models. Within the app, users can create and manage punchlists, quality, issues, training, observations, and inspections. PlanGrid Build also includes compatibility with 3D models.