Productivity a Risk Factor

Productivity a Risk Factor

Productivity A Risk Factor Our ongoing discussion of Risk has led us to take a look at labor productivity. One of the most important factors in accurate estimating, planning, and executing profitable contracts is forecasting a productive labor force that can produce...
Reality Check #3

Reality Check #3

Reality Check #3 Risk Mitigation in Growth Markets   In 2014 We Cautioned…   “Our studies reveal a very disheartening fact: Success in the construction industry, even for very long periods, doesn’t guarantee continuing success. In fact, the study indicates clearly...
Construction’s “No-Win”

Construction’s “No-Win”

Construction’s “No-Win” Risk Management/Transfer     A survey of 125 construction owners by Engineering News Recordfound that only half would hire the same construction firm again, a third of all projects were over budget, nearly half were completed late, and 13% were...
Risk Minimization

Risk Minimization

Risk Minimization (Part 2)   In last week’s blog, Construction’s No-Win, research data led us to the conclusion that risk cannot be effectively transferred in contract negotiations and that only highly competent contractors can manage risk for all stakeholders. “Risk...