Uneven Lean: The Strategy, Tactics, and Tools of Developing a Lean Operating Strategy

Uneven Lean: The Strategy, Tactics, and Tools of Developing a Lean Operating Strategy
In a recent Lean Construction Blog article, Catherine Myers, PE, SSOE’s Chair of the Board and President, and John Pemberton, one of SSOE’s Outside Board Members, discuss the strategy, tactics, and tools of developing a Lean Operating Strategy (aka “LOS”). Continue Reading →

ENR Magazine Article: “Enhancing Interoperability and Data Management to Unlock the Potential of BIM”

ENR Magazine Article: “Enhancing Interoperability and Data Management to Unlock the Potential of BIM”
Managing data is more important now than ever. Building Information Modeling (BIM) has revolutionized design and construction by streamlining collaboration, improving efficiency, and reducing costs. However, as contractors and designers continue to adopt BIM practices, the need for enhanced interoperability and effective handling of data-rich 3D models becomes increasingly important. Continue Reading →

Student Housing Business Article: “Georgia Tech Residence Uplifts College Experience Off Campus”

Student Housing Business Article: “Georgia Tech Residence Uplifts College Experience Off Campus”
SSOE’s Laura Morton, AIA, NCARB, Senior Architect, recently authored a Student Housing Business article where she details how the COVID-19 pandemic changed the landscape of student housing. As students enjoyed the freedom and comfort of living in a variety of housing options while enrolled in college coursework, a unique new project at Georgia Tech in Atlanta was taking flight. Georgia Tech, with help from SSOE’s designers, incorporated a furnished apartment complex for students directly adjacent to campus yet apart from the university system, reflecting desirable student housing ideals. Continue Reading →

Consulting-Specifying Engineer Article: “Benefits of Data and Visualization in a Construction Project”

Consulting-Specifying Engineer Article: “Benefits of Data and Visualization in a Construction Project”
SSOE’s VDC Technical Leader Evan Collier, CM-BIM, recently authored a Consulting-Specifying Engineer article where he focuses on the challenges the AEC industry faces, particularly with requests for information (RFIs) and internal communication. He also discusses how data and visualization can help improve communication, even in large projects. Continue Reading →

Food Engineering Magazine 46th Annual Plant Construction Survey: “Pandemic Issues on the Wane, but Labor, Inflation and Equipment Availability Slow Projects”

Food Engineering Magazine 46th Annual Plant Construction Survey: “Pandemic Issues on the Wane, but Labor, Inflation and Equipment Availability Slow Projects”
SSOE’s Business Leader Greg Verhoff, LEED AP; Senior Project Manager Telly Davis; Department Manager Mike Vetter, PE, PMP; and Senior Project Manager Ed Gerken, PMP, LEED AP, were recently featured in this Food Engineering Magazine article. Based on the publication’s annual survey, this year’s article discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic had lasting effects on the food and beverage supply chain. Author Wayne Labs also dives into trends the industry is seeing as well as the top issues clients face. Continue Reading →