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The Construction Software Toolbox Part 1: Why It Pays To Work With A Tech-Savvy Commercial Contractor

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As we discussed in this blog before, technology is playing an increasingly vital role in the commercial construction industry. Business seems to be booming for construction software products that help commercial contractors manage various aspects of their business. Adding it All Up. Managing the Moving Pieces.

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All You Need To Know About Construction Project Management To Get Started

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The most common types of construction projects are residential, commercial, roadway, industrial and heavy construction. Heavy construction refers to megaprojects that are oftentimes infrastructure-focused, like dams or flood control systems and facilities. Buildings come in many different types and scales.

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Enabling real-time collaboration in Egyptian construction

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Not only that, but the fact that there are no conflicts between different versions being worked on by different teams also saves huge amounts of time, stress and rework, says Ahmed Nafea, Building Information Modelling (BIM) manager in Polar Management, the project management arm of Redcon.

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An Invisible Revolution: How Leading Construction Firms Are Rethinking Construction as a Business

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They try to diversify their activities through new business models. Secondly, they understand they need to transform their organizations profoundly. Leonard collaborates with startups, researchers, and industry experts to explore emerging trends, develop new business models, and foster innovation across VINCI’s various sectors.

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Lean methodology is ignored by the construction sector

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References: Abdelhamid, T. Development of a conceptual model of construction partnering. Lean Construction: arenas of enactment, models of diffusion and the meaning of ‘leanness’. Sutter Health: Developing a contracting model to support lean project delivery Lean Construction Journal 2(1), 105-112. NY: Aspen Publishers.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Noyan Uras, Founder & CEO at Integrare Group

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As a Los Angeles-based builder, our current market segment focus is in mid-to-large size multifamily mixed-use commercial projects across this vastly diverse and populous county. When we say holistic, it’s in reference to the consideration that we place on the entire value chain and everyone involved in this complex building environment.

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What’s the difference between RFIs, Submittals and Specifications?

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Throughout the project’s duration, contractors and construction crews may use specifications as a reference for questions that arise and to ensure the correct fulfillment of each project requirement. These pieces of equipment often require close coordination to ensure that they receive the correct power, fuel, water and structural support.