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Category Archives: Materials
Common Cost Control Problems on Construction Projects
Here is a list of common cost control problems found on construction projects: Improper estimates, standards and budgeting techniques. Unrealistic budgets. Activities started or completed out of sequence. Inadequate WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) or insufficient WBS detail. Lack of management … Continue reading
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The Importance of Gate Reviews in Design and Pre-Construction
Gate reviews are essential to well-managed planning and pre-construction phases of a construction project. The concept is simple in its execution and elegant in its simplicity. I caution industry professionals that simplicity does not mean that they should let their … Continue reading
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Aligning Information Technology and Business Processes on Projects
The following is from a paper written by Jerry N. Luftman – “Alignment in the Sand” Project success requires alignment between information technology and business processes. The 12 factors involved in aligning technology and business are: – Business scope – … Continue reading
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