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BECOMING AN INFORMATION ARCHITECT With the ever-increasing quantity of information that architectural project managers must handle, electronic piles of spreadsheets and word-processing documents are only compounding the problems of project management. Tools built on easy-to-use database software can provide an effective solution, but in my experience, few firms take advantage of them. Architects should be designing their own information management systems, which have the potential to take over a surprising number of nongraphical tasks in a professional office.
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STAR TEAM EXPERIMENTS WITH BRICSNET As we enter the 21st century, a unique consortium of architecture, engineering, and construction firms has formed to explore attitudes and practices in the building industry, with specific attention to implementing the efficient use of new computer technologies. The STAR (Strategic Alliance Roundtable) Team mission is "improving the project delivery process by leveraging teamwork and technology." They aim to create a design-and-construction industry brain trust that shares insights and experience.
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More Design Tools AIA Announces New Web Site — AIA Press Release, 2000.1114. After November 18, 2000, essential Web site services for members of the American Institute of Architects will be available at: www.aia.org. AIAOnline will be replaced in January 2001 with a new site for the exclusive use of members.New Web Site Dedicated to ASP Tips — ASPs, Application Service Providers, are on the verge of revolutionizing the construction industry. Helping users stay current with the latest developments is a noncommercial site that also plans to educate vendors about user opinions and needs. BuildPoint Announces Online Catalog for Direct Purchase of Construction Materials — BuildPoint Press Release, 2000.1107. The catalog features 1.6 million items from major manufacturers and suppliers, expedites purchasing activities, and streamlines business processes. American Reprographics Company Introduces On-Line Planroom — American Reprographics Press Release, 2000.1107. "PlanWell" is a secure online repository of drawings and documents that can be ordered and printed during any phase of a construction project and distributed to any participant. Conference Forecasts Economic Future for Construction Industry. — CMD Group Press Releases, 2000.1027. Predictions were generally positive at the North American Construction Forecast conference in October.
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