From planning to construction, architecture is more than designing buildings. With many multidisciplinary actors involved and the continuous flow of images, plans, and files, any project is also about managing large amounts of information. Because architects usually have tight deadlines – having to complete a certain number of buildings in a specific time frame – data must be managed productively and efficiently. However, as construction projects and delivery methods continue to increase in complexity, managing information has become more difficult than ever. And with the COVID-19 pandemic added to the mix, architecture firms now have a remote workforce which impacts how and where employees access information. Therefore, in order to ensure effective project delivery, the challenge lies in successfully managing project information.
With this in mind, Newforma and Dodge Data & Analytics conducted a study where architectural and engineering firms (A&E) identified current challenges, future direction, and plans for technology investments. Collecting anonymous responses from 220 architectural and engineering firm participants, the survey highlights the need for these companies to adopt a flexible and agile approach to managing information in today’s complex project delivery environment. With these insights, A&E firms are able to identify opportunities for improvement and crucial factors to consider when developing a Project Information Management strategy.
The challenges of inefficient project information management
