RFI Log: Architect’s Defense Against Claims In the high-stakes world of architecture, construction and contract administration, memory is a poor witness. When a construction project hits a snag, a conflict between the structural steel and the HVAC ducting, or a finish specification that’s no longer available, the inevitable “who knew what and when” argument begins […]
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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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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 titles not matching the index page? Each employee re-inventing the wheel or doing it their own way when it comes to contract administration forms? Everyone
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The renovation of a heritage building started with preparations to demolish some walls to accommodate a new room layout. Unfortunately, during the preparations the general contractor discovered that the building structure had deteriorated to the point where there would be serious structural problems if the walls were removed. This discovery would result in additional construction
