Newforma’s submittal log not only tracks submittal information; it also automatically logs each step in the review workflow. Companies like Corgan have turned to Newforma to streamline their process. [Photo: Courtesy of Newforma]
Throughout the timeline of any project—big or small—architects, engineers, contractors, clients, and industry professionals must juggle data, manage expectations, and solve problems from concept to completion. It’s work that needs the right kind of flow to keep tasks moving forward. For creatives, task management can be tough, but automation can help. Aaron Kivett has been helping to solve this problem for 20 years in the AEC industry. As technical manager for strategic partnerships at leading project information management software company Newforma, he shares what it takes to manage team communication and the tech that can help your team stay on track.
The first thing to understand about project teams is that they’re made of people, and there are things that are unique to how designers in this industry work. Their processes are fluid. Project teams usually only come together once. They’re building one-off structures so it can be difficult to develop repeatable processes and workflows. To top it off, designers like to design their own solutions.
In this space, technology software is your friend. It makes it easier to access and organize project data, collaborate with project team members, and manage construction projects from inception to delivery. But not all software is equal, and it’s crucial to get things right. The best application for this matter will solve project workflow pain points without disrupting the way people work.
Corgan team members at work, using Newforma software. [Photo: Courtesy of Newforma]
A digital rendering of the Sabah Al Ahmad City Cultural Centre. [Photo: Courtesy of Newforma]
