The key to a publication’s worth centers on the content of that publication. With that in mind, we will be conducting an email survey in the next week or two. We want to learn you find valuable about Construction Project Controls? Where could we improve? Are there specific topics you’d like us to cover? Do you have an article you’d like to write? Which article has been most helpful to you in your career? And finally, tell us about yourself—are you an owner, contractor, construction manager, etc.?

Now down to business. This month presents a motley collection of articles. As always, Larry True offers tried and true methods for project cost controls. John Jurewicz provides the most up-to-date review of the top-selling project management software systems on the market. Jerry Laiserin updates you on industry BIM happenings and what to watch for; and introduces his own survey. And finally, Gordon Aronson walks you through the intricacies of multiple baselines in Primavera.

Nonconforming shop drawings create trouble for everyone - from prime contractors to subcontractors ... architects to engineers ... and EVERYONE in between. But you CAN minimize your exposure - IF you know your way around shop drawing submittal and review.

To help you stay in control, and out of trouble, Construction Claims Advisor has teamed up with attorneys Robert Epstein and EJCDC Counsel Hugh Anderson along with engineer Jim Brown, PE, of Malcolm Pirnie Engineers to steer your operations clear of any controversy. Introducing Shop Drawings and Submittals – Legal AND Engineering Perspectives.

By Larry True
By opening up channels of communication, owners, contractors and subs are able to realize mutual success on a project, says Larry True. Owners get their projects on budget and on time. And, the contractors and their subs take money to the bank.

By John Jurewicz of ASPTIP.COM
It’s time to take a look at the best project management collaboration systems. With new, more effective code systems emerging as well as recent buyouts and ownership changes, John Jurewicz predicts that we’ll see across-the-board improvements in system functionalities and technologies.

By Jerry Laiserin
Jerry Laiserin reviews an assortment of BIM tools, covers industry happenings and asks for reader feedback.

By Gordon H. Aronson
What happens when your project is divided into 10 projects, each requiring its own baseline and regular updates? Primavera expert Gordon Aronson has the answer.

Here’s a look at recent industry happenings.