18 Jul
Document Versioning: What It Is, Benefits, Best Practices, and Tools
During reviews and approvals, the struggle with multiple document versions is all too real. Stakeholders provide feedback, edits are made, and suddenly you’re juggling a confusing mess of “Report_Final_v3” and “Design_Prototype_v2.” This chaos can derail project timelines and lead to frustration across your team. The good news? Document versioning helps you deal with this. Document
18 Jul
Improved Document Version Control in zipBoard! Add Multiple File Versions. Never Lose Track of Any
It’s difficult to track and manage different file versions and changes made to them if you don’t have a system in place to keep them organized in one place. That’s why document version control is important. Investing in document version control systems enables you to streamline your workflow, ensure accuracy, reduce errors, keep an audit trail for
10 Jul
5 Tips and Tools for Effective Collaborative Video Editing
Collaborative video editing is a common process in the video and filmmaker industry. It’s where several people join forces to edit and polish the final product, whether they are in the same room or spread across the globe. People working in this field must use a reliable tool to let everyone contribute their ideas and
28 Jun
Streamline Your AEC Workflows with zipBoard Integrations and APIs
The construction industry thrives on seamless collaboration and information flow. Yet, fragmented workflows and disconnected data plague AEC projects, leading to inefficiencies, errors, and missed deadlines. Several studies reveal a concerning trend in the construction industry. For instance, PlanGrid’s Construction Disconnected report indicates that 52% of construction projects experience rework due to miscommunication and information
31 May
How to Optimize Communication and Collaboration in Construction Administration
Research by Construction Navigant and PlanGrid show that, 9% of a project’s combined cost stems from rework, with 52% of that rework being attributed to miscommunication and poor project data. Additionally, nearly 35% of project time is lost due to ineffective activities, resulting in $280 billion in annual rework expenses. For these reasons, streamlining communication
17 May
How to Automate Submittal Workflows to Streamline Reviews
Among the seven (7) stages in the architecture design process, the construction drawing phase takes the most time. Hence, it’s important to automate processes and ensure a smoother, error-free, and faster project delivery. This guide will show you how to automate your submittal workflow and streamline reviews and submittal management. Submittal Workflow Diagram Why Automate
29 Apr
Risk Management in Architecture: How to Mitigate Risks and Protect Your Firm
Architecture projects are prone to risks of different types and severities. These risks can come in the form of threats and opportunities. While you cannot eliminate risks, you can manage and mitigate them. That is where risk management in architecture comes in. In this article, we discuss the basics of risk management for architects in
12 Apr
Tagging & Filtering: 2 Sure Ways to Enhance Construction Document Control (Quick Guide for Architects)
Finding and managing files and information can be daunting when working on architecture projects – especially dealing with a growing volume of files and stakeholder feedback. Whether it’s navigating complex projects, pinpointing specific issues, or staying organized across multiple tasks and files, efficient categorization and retrieval systems are crucial for effective construction document control. That’s why
12 Apr
Introducing the All-New Video Recording Tool in zipBoard
Annotations are good! Screenshots are great! But video recordings? The greatest! You know when you annotate or take a screenshot during reviews, you need to add a comment alongside the annotations and the screenshots. While these are all well and good, and you still need them in some instances, the new video recording tool will
08 Apr
Project Management in Architecture: A Complete Guide with Expert Insights
What are some best practices and tools for project management in architecture? How do you streamline client collaboration and document management? Projects of all sizes have their complexities and challenges, how do you deal with them? How do you manage projects effectively to ensure they meet schedules and expectations? Covid is long gone, but how
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