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The first step to sustainable transportation

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However, as much of the nation’s industry is heavily reliant on fossil fuels, moving to greener, more sustainable alternatives is likely to be a challenge. Solving the problem of the nation’s infrastructure will be critical if the country is to meet its emissions targets. Using technology keeps infrastructure projects on the rails.

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Technology will NOT SOLVE Construction Productivity Woes.

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As noted by Deming, 85% of all failures are due to management and lack of process versus those doing the work! 1998, Krafcik, The Triumph of the Lean Production System The post Technology will NOT SOLVE Construction Productivity Woes. appeared first on 4BT.

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Integrated Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Solution

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Research has readily demonstrated significant improvements are possible in the overall project delivery process from a cost, schedule, and quality perspective, as well as improved inter and intraorganizational relationships. Budget and Schedule. Developing Contract. Developing Parties. Decision Structure. Clarity of Goals.

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Keep up with Regular Repair, Maintenance, Renovation, Sustainability, and Minor New Construction Projects

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Maximize Performance of Physical Infrastructure (Buildings, Roads, Dams, Bridges, Airports, Mass Transit…). Efficiently Respond to Scheduled and Unscheduled Requirements, Major/Minor Repairs and/or Component Replacements, and Renovations. Develop Long-term Mutually Beneficial Owner-Contractor Relationships.

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What Do Roman England and Construction Technology Have in Common?

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In fact, much of the modern infrastructure we see in the world today wouldn’t exist if it were not for the Romans. From ancient ruins to modern infrastructure. Interestingly, this is happening more and more as we embark on the game-changing infrastructure projects of our time. Time for disruption.

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Line Item Construction Cost Estimating – 2020 and Beyond!

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Detailed line item construction cost estimating is a prerequisite to obtaining best value outcomes for facilities / built infrastructure repair, renovation maintenance, sustainability, and new construction projects. see LEAN construction guide ).

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5 ways mass timber will reshape the design of life sciences facilities

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Laboratories Designers Codes and Standards Mass Timber Building Materials Building Technology With mass timber’s growing popularity in the built environment, its intersection with the life sciences market offers an untapped potential for sustainable innovation. Here are five reasons why. Rendering courtesy SGA.

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