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5 Tips for the Modern VDC Manager

Learn how VDC Managers can better define their roles within a construction organization. The job title “VDC Manager” has existed at construction organizations for nearly a decade, but many VDC Managers still find themselves fulfilling wildly different roles. Even today, it can be difficult for VDC Managers to develop a clearly defined set of responsibilities and get the resources they […]

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Combining 2D and 3D Workflows for Faster, More Accurate Takeoffs

Get proven strategies to unlock the full benefits of BIM for quantity takeoffs. One of the best ways to maximize the benefits of BIM technology (including time saved, more accurate data, and reduced rework) is by moving from 2D to 3D workflows. In this guide, we explore strategies estimators can use to promote the adoption of 3D workflows across their […]

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4 Habits for Highly Effective Estimators

Learn how estimators can create fast and accurate takeoffs. Estimators are a project’s first safeguard against risks like rework and budget overruns. Creating accurate takeoffs quickly, collaborating effectively with team members and project stakeholders, and implementing construction technology provide a vital competitive edge for any estimator. In this guide, we dive into the habits of highly effective estimators, including: • […]

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Sourcing in the Fast Lane

Faster. Smarter. Unstoppable. From multimillion-dollar savings to risk mitigation and ESG compliance, hop in the driver’s seat to view the full value of strategic sourcing.

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Green Construction: A Growing Global Trend

How to build green today and what to expect tomorrow. Buildings and the process of constructing them accounts for over 30% of total global energy use. This highlights an opportunity that many in the construction industry have noted and are acting on. Green building is no longer just a trend; it is a revolution that is here to stay. Construction […]

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Handling Lean Construction From Beginning to End With Autodesk

Discover insights on how firms are benefitting from lean construction practices and how those trends will grow. The construction industry currently faces a number of well-documented challenges. According to research from the Lean Construction Institute, 70% of projects are over budget and delivered late. Dodge Data & Analytics recently partnered with Autodesk to study how global construction firms were embracing […]

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How to Undergo Digital Transformation as a Construction Company

No matter which path you choose, going digital will help reduce risk, increase ROI, and boost productivity. Change—an inevitable part of any industry’s progress—is occurring at an increasingly rapid rate across the entire construction industry. The most conspicuous change is the digitization of processes and information. This digital transformation is reducing rework, enhancing productivity, and improving bottom lines. This guide […]

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The Digital Builder’s Guide to Construction Field Collaboration

Why Software and Standards Are the Keys to Success. Field collaboration in construction is essential not just to the bottom line but also to fostering a safe and positive work environment for all teams to perform within. In this guide, the common challenges faced by teams in the field will be documented to illustrate why collaboration can be difficult. You’ll […]

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