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Best Value Facilities Repair, Renovation Work Order Delivery

Job Order Contracting

An industry standard set of terms and definitions, written in plain English, supported by a database of locally researched detailed line item cost information assures accurate technical and cost work scope definition. Needs and deliverables are fully visualized and issues address earlier in the process.

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How BIM Helps General Contractors Win More Business

Construction Business Owner

Using a 3D model to visualize what’s happening on the project provides the most value, as it’s much easier to digest for non-specialists. S&P averages over $500M in annual revenue and is a market leader in K-12 educational construction in Texas. Facilitated faster, more accurate iterations through all phases of preconstruction.

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Surfing the Metaversity: The future of online learning?

BD+C

Seul Lee and David Johnson Performing Arts Centers Higher Education School Construction University Buildings Augmented Reality Gamification Virtual Reality The definition of “on campus” is changing. What does practice look like in Higher Education planning and design as the Metaversity ascends?

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The Problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy

Building Information Management

where BIM has stagnated due to an unfortunate focus upon 3D visualization versus building awareness and competency with respect to LEAN collaborative AEC/construction delivery methods. Common terms, definitions, and data architectures. Continuous education, training, and improvement. Collaboration. Financial Transparency.

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LEAN Construction Delivery Process

Building Information Management

3D visualization and technology will do little to solve construction project delivery woes. It requires a focus upon best management practices, education and training, key performance indicators, and continuous improvement, in short, LEAN business process application. Continuous Education, Training, & Improvement.

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The Problem with the UK’s BIM Strategy

Building Information Management

where BIM has stagnated due to an unfortunate focus upon 3D visualization versus building awareness and competency with respect to LEAN collaborative AEC/construction delivery methods. Common terms, definitions, and data architectures. Continuous education, training, and improvement. Collaboration. Financial Transparency.

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Digital Builder Ep 55: Sparking a Passion for Construction in Younger Generations 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

.” Knowledge gaps Sometimes, misconceptions exist because people don’t have enough knowledge to challenge them.  That’s why a lot of Fope’s work is in improving “education and awareness.”  ” Fope continues, “I think that’s one thing we definitely need to do better.