15 Apr
Introducing Custom Project Templates in zipBoard: Save Time on Project Setup and Streamline Collaborative Reviews
Imagine kicking off a new project and spending hours just setting up workflows instead of actually working. Whether you’re managing construction documents, web design feedback, or content approvals, the initial setup can be a frustrating bottleneck. Teams often spend valuable hours configuring project structures, defining review processes, and organizing tasks before they can even start
17 Jan
How to Reduce Construction Document Errors: Best Practices & Tools for Success
Construction document errors can lead to project delays, costly rework, budget overruns, and safety risks. Due to the complex nature of construction projects, even small mistakes in construction documents like design plans, specifications, or submittals can create a domino effect that disrupts workflows, causes miscommunication, and leads to significant financial and operational setbacks. These errors
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 Mar
Streamline AEC Document Management and Collaboration with zipBoard
Efficient document management and collaboration are critical for project success. But many AEC teams struggle with time-consuming tasks like finding documents, sharing them securely, ensuring timely reviews and issue resolution, as well as tracking tasks. Sometimes, this is as a result of using legacy document management solutions. zipBoard, on the other hand, helps AEC teams
29 Nov
Autodesk Docs vs zipBoard
Autodesk Docs vs. zipBoard. Which is the best document management and collaboration software for your AEC team? Finding the right cloud-based platform for document management and collaboration on construction projects can be a real struggle. So many features to take into consideration, ensuring that the tool you choose integrates seamlessly into your existing workflow, is
05 Oct
How to Set Up a Shop Drawing Review Process: A Comprehensive Guide (with Free Template)
Manual processes, poor communication, and delays in the shop drawing review process can cost you—both time and money. You know it. What are Shop Drawings? Shop drawings are detailed construction documents created by subcontractors and suppliers to illustrate the fabrication, assembly, and installation of building components. They bridge the gap between design and construction, ensuring
05 Apr
The Effects of Construction Document Reviews on Project Schedules and Budgets
Construction document reviews can positively and negatively impact project schedules and budgets. And this largely depends on how well you manage the construction document review process. Let’s look at how construction document reviews affect project schedules and budgets. Effects of construction document reviews on project schedules When you review construction documents according to the stipulated
17 Aug
Concrete Tactics to Foster Collaboration in Construction
How does one complete a construction complex project on time, within budget, all while ensuring a quality end result for the client? This is where collaboration in construction comes in!
09 Aug
6 Strategies to Improve Construction Document Management Processes
Here are 6 strategies you can employ today to improve your construction document management process.
02 Aug
Optimizing Your Pre-construction Planning Phase to Improve Efficiency
Realise the true importance of the pre-construction planning phase, before there are cost and time overruns. Here's 5 actionable steps you can incorporate to optimize your pre-construction planning.
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