Learn to share

Article Abstract:

The development of an Information Channel on the internet which allows construction firms to monitor and work on projects without the necessity to actually be on site is a further example of how the industry is working together to share information and develop industry standards. The Schal development system dramatically reduces the overall drawing and printing costs of a typical construction project from 378,000 pounds sterling to just 18,000 pounds sterling.

Internet, Web sites (World Wide Web), Web sites, Information resources management

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Drawing them into the net

Article Abstract:

An extranet database has been developed by architect and building consultants Ove Arup & Partners, which allows all participating offices to gain access to project information at any time of the day or night. The database cost 60,000 pound sterling to develop but is essential in keeping all parties involved on the projects up to date. Security and access issues will become more important when extranet sites develop into live project hubs, according to the Construction Industry Computing Association.

Information management, Databases, Ove Arup and Partners California

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The best practice files

Article Abstract:

Intranets are an ideal networking tool for companies involved in the construction industry. Many firms deal with several different locations at one time, making intranets invaluable in providing up dated information to relevant individuals. Wilcon Homes is using the latest layout design software to help develop brownfield sites which may be adversely affected by contamination, drainage problems or access difficulties. Monitoring and converting architectural and engineering drawings has been overcome at construction firm Laing by the development of a file transfer system to deal with computer generated drawings.

Industry Overview, Usage, Information technology, Laing Civil Engineering

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