How to Get Construction to Start on Time : Part 2

The Checklist Manifesto A strong preconstruction process guided by the Rafn Preconstruction Checklist and Schedule is the best way to start a project on the right foot. Our previous article highlighted the importance of tracking the preconstruction process with a schedule, the same way we do once…

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Dimensioning For Success : Part 3

Designing and constructing a building is a complex undertaking. Designers draw hundreds of pages to convey their vision. Contractors bring that vision to life. Sometimes, however, it doesn't go as smoothly as everyone would like and dimensioning is one area where improvements can benefit the entire…

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How to Get Construction to Start on Time : Part 1

If You Fail to Plan, You Plan to Fail In construction, "Time is Money" and saving both are essential for project owners and developers. Once a project is under construction, its success is measured by two statements: "on time" & "on budget." However, in many cases,…

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Dimensioning For Success : Part 2

Designing and constructing a building is a complex undertaking. Designers draw hundreds of pages to convey their vision. Contractors are experts at bringing that vision to life. But sometimes it doesn't go as smoothly as everyone would like and dimensioning is one area that we think improvements…

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Dimensioning For Success : Part 1

Designing and constructing a building is a complex undertaking. Designers draw hundreds of pages to convey their vision. Contractors are experts at bringing that vision to life. But sometimes it doesn't go as smoothly as everyone would like and dimensioning is one area that we think improvements…

Read "Dimensioning For Success : Part 1"


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