One of the most exciting trends to hit the construction industry in the past decade is building information modeling (BIM). It permeates conversations and panel discussions at industry conventions, is the subject of numerous white papers, and is changing the way many professionals in the AEC industry approach a project. Construction Project Controls recognizes the need for more information on this evolving technology and is pleased to announce the addition of a new monthly column by BIM expert Jerry Laiserin. In his kick-off article, he proffers definitions that establish the difference between the process and the software.

Also in this issue, Larry True presents a compelling discussion on fraud and how project controls can effectively prevent workplace fraud. John Jurewicz introduces a four-part series on boxed and web-based software applications. And finally, Gordon Aronson provides a logical explanation about why hard and soft logic are crucial to scheduling success.

By Larry True
Fraud comes in all shapes and sizes. Learn to look for the hidden signs to avoid bottom-line disasters. Larry True takes a hands-on approach to using controls to prevent fraud.

By John Jurewicz of ASPTIP.COM
Following up on readers’ requests for information on software applications and collaboration systems, John Jurewicz begins a four-part series on off-the-shelf and web-based applications. This first article provides an overview of Centric Software, Skire and 3Di.

By Jerry Laiserin
What exactly is building information modeling? New columnist and BIM expert Jerry Laiserin eliminates the confusion by introducing two terms to help separate the process from the software in his monthly column, Builders’ Information Modeling.

By Gordon H. Aronson
Simply knowing the steps to project completion does not guarantee project success. Without a foundation rooted in logic, a schedule (and project) may be riddled with problems. Gordon Aronson explains the importance of the different types of scheduling logic.

Ron Winter responds to last month's review of Schedule Analyzer.

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