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RFI in Construction: A Quick Guide for Contractors

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The written form of an RFI in construction retrieves this information from a design, engineering or construction professional. Clarifying information that wasn’t included or unclear in the scope of the construction contract is critical to delivering a project on time, within budget and meeting quality standards.

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Henry Gantt’s Biography & Role in Gantt Chart History

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Henry Gantt was an American who worked as a mechanical engineer and management consultant. It was an early attempt to merge the science of engineering processes with management. It was pioneered by Frederick Winslow Taylor, an American mechanical engineer. Who Was Henry Gantt?

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Kanban History: Origin & Expansion Across Industries

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Kanban history has informed everything from manufacturing to software development. The kanban tool has become commonplace in project management and its uses continue to expand. While kanban systems were once analog, they have since moved into the digital space and are often found in project management software.

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What Should You Include in Your Preconstruction Meeting Agenda?

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All parties must have a shared understanding of the project’s goals and objectives and communication between these people must be clear and well-defined. Project management software acts as the glue that holds the project together by managing tasks and balancing the team’s workload.

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Construction Superintendent Job Description, Responsibilities and Salary

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In doing this, construction superintendents will work closely with the engineers and subcontractors on the job to figure out what the project needs and oversee the performance of the construction crew. Project management software gives them the tools they need to do their jobs.

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Notion Gantt Chart: Key Features, Pros and Cons

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Notion is work management software that helps teams from across industries such as product development, engineering or marketing to facilitate team communication, manage tasks and create simple project timelines. While Notion has project management features, is there a Notion Gantt chart?

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What Is Job Costing? When to Use a Costing Sheet (Example Included)

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Job costing is a type of accounting method that helps identify project costs and track them to keep to your budget. It tracks all costs and revenue associated with a particular project and is commonly used in construction projects, but it can also be found in manufacturing, engineering, retail, logistics, healthcare and more.