Tag: RFI management
Why RFI’s are so important for sub-contractors.
Reading Time: 6 minutesRequests for Information (RFIs) are an essential part of any construction project, and sub-contractors play a crucial role in ensuring that the process runs smoothly. RFIs are used to clarify and document information related to the construction project, and they are an essential tool for sub-contractors to communicate with the general contractor (GC) and other
Why annotations and markups within drawings are important for Architects.
Reading Time: 2 minutesAnnotations and markups within drawings are essential tools for architects, allowing them to communicate ideas, highlight important information, and collaborate effectively with other stakeholders throughout a project’s lifecycle. Annotations and markups refer to notes, symbols, and other visual indicators added to drawings, plans, or blueprints. There are several reasons why annotations and markups are crucial
Why Design Coordination is an integral part of modern-day construction
Reading Time: 3 minutesInaccurate design coordination in the preconstruction stage can lead to rework, delays, and cost overruns. Inability to resolve interferences between various trades viz. Architecture, Structure, and MEPF equipment lead to onsite clashes. Coordination issues arise when the Architectural and structural layout and MEPF components do not align with each other. Design coordination is an essential
Critical details AEC teams miss out on during construction management.
Reading Time: 5 minutesConstruction management involves a series of activities within various project phases including planning, design, construction, and facilities management. Effective and efficient construction management aims at four principal objectives viz. scope, time, cost, and quality. Connected construction management processes and tools plug gaps between planners, designers, contractors, construction managers, and onsite personnel to achieve hassle-free field
Top 5 construction project issues and how to solve them.
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe modern construction industry is fast-paced and complex. Nevertheless, it demands general contractors, specialty contractors, and project managers to run the site smoothly, within budget & time, and under safety conditions. Based on a recent study, more than 95% of construction projects incur cost overruns, and more than 75% suffer schedule overages. These numbers are
More than 50% of mechanical contractors report low to medium profit margins.
Reading Time: 4 minutesBased on a recent specialty contractor survey, mechanical contractors are plagued by pain points within their business model. The issues mentioned in this article require quick resolution for mechanical contractors to enhance their field operations. So, when is the right time to adopt effective, high-performance, and efficient cloud-based field management tech for specialty contractors or
Here’s how iFieldSmart solves challenges for specialty contractors.
Reading Time: 7 minutesWhilst procurement and cost challenges plague specialty contractors, the construction industry faces another obstacle of labor shortage along with other challenges that require a cloud-based tech to solve their problem. Specialty contractors need to navigate these dark waters by latching onto a simple, yet powerful construction management platform that eliminates the negative impact of traditional
<strong>Top ways to improve construction workflows.</strong>
Reading Time: 8 minutesThere is a myriad of reasons construction projects may be deemed as “winning”. Finishing projects within budget is critical, yet time is another factor that requires attention at every project milestone. The quality of the final product or build combined with safety compliance are other factors that drive successful construction. As every construction project is
Supporting General Contractors to make quick and smart calls through data-driven construction management software.
Reading Time: 3 minutesData is the most important piece of the puzzle for construction projects and firms. Nonetheless, general contractors are plagued by a series of challenges due to data inaccuracies and incompleteness, scattered information, poor collaboration, and more. But, data placed and accessed from within powerful dashboards of best-in-class construction management software, can release project challenges resulting
Combine the power of VR with BIM to visualize designs by giving clients a tour from the inside.
Reading Time: 3 minutesVR has stepped right in for the construction industry giving clients the capability to visualize designs by giving them a tour from the inside. The construction industry has combined the power of VR with another powerful tool i.e. BIM. Project stakeholders like Architects and Engineers are giving clients a breathtaking experience of their projects with