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When Toyota Calls, You Pick Up the Phone

Why would Toyota engage directly with a specifier? The AEC industry is constantly changing, as new products, systems and solutions are being developed and introduced. Teams are challenged to keep up with these changes on every project. Owners'...

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To Inspect or Not To Inspect....That is the Question

Last month I introduced you to the "Construction Alliance" with reference to "Classified Excavation" and left you to fend for yourself. This month we...

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The Need for Speed!

What do you do when a repeat client calls you and says "I have the need, the need for speed!"? Meaning, he needs a specification in less than a week...

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St. Louis AEC Elite's Coproduction Benefits Owners

Issue 1 - Introduction and Classified Excavation It is no secret that when alliances form, it sets up multiple organizations for success. When a...

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Interfacing with Product Representatives on Specifications and Master Guides

One great way to make sure project specifications and master guide specifications are technically correct is to review them with manufacturers' (or...

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Solutions for Revolutionizing the AEC Industry - Dispersed Project Teams

Do you know where your architect is? Of course you do. It is common is for project teams to be located all over the world. What is uncommon is for...

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When Are Your Bulletins Planned?

As projects approach the date designated as "Issue for Construction (IFC)," design teams begin planning what portions of the design will be completed...

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Cartoon the spec - Just like the drawings

Saving time is great. Improving firm profitability may mean a promotion. Is it worth a try?

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Who are all these people?

The world changed, nearly overnight. The once common in-person project meetings were replaced by virtual meetings. Participants searching for the...

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