Adapting on the Fly: The Role of Change Orders in Construction In the course of a construction project for a residential complex, an unanticipated challenge arose during the foundation excavation […]
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In the construction industry, Request for Information (RFI) is a core communication tool used to seek clarification, resolve ambiguities, control costs, ensure compliance, and maintain quality. RFIs can come from various stakeholders like contractors, subcontractors, or clients. They may be prompted by uncertainties in project documents like plans or contracts. Contract administration software such as RForm helps in managing RFIs effectively, ensuring a smoother project progression. This tool aims to lift the burden off architects, construction professionals, and project managers, streamlining the construction contract administration process.
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Managing the Many Layers of Funding, Construction, and Documentation of the Epekwitk Assembly of Councils Building When Coast Design Inc. began the design of the new Epekwitk Assembly of Councils
RForm Case Study – Epekwitk Assembly of Councils Building Read More »
You are designing a new condominium building, and you’re not a landscape architect, however the development company your client has requested that the the landscaping for the building be included
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Have you ever had to deal with: Marking up a set of drawings, only to find out that really basic information is missing time after time; North arrows, references, sheet
Process is the answer, now what’s the question? Read More »
In March 2020, it became clear very quickly that architecture firms in Canada needed to jump headfirst into embracing technology in order to keep working. Remote work became the norm
Covid changed how we work. The question is, was it for better or worse? Read More »
Project management in today’s climate is tough. We’re dealing with supply chain issues that result in ridiculous hold-ups. Record-high job vacancy levels are hitting our sector hard. Add the fact
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Though it opened in 1911, the Chateau Lake Louise hotel has likely never been as popular as it is now. Room prices are exorbitant, and unless staying there you aren’t
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As any architect knows, although it is vitally important, contract administration (CA) is rarely the fun part of any project and is often greeted with similar levels of enthusiasm as
