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05/03/10 1 Roadmap to BIM Success: An Owner’s Journey The Public Buildings Service of the U.S. General Services Administration turns to technology in its mission to deliver federal buildings that are economical, safe, productive, and beautiful. Charles Matta and Calvin Kam
05/03/10 1 Navigating the Legal Landscape of BIM Building information modeling has changed the professional landscape. Although the benefits of using BIM outweigh the risks, it’s imperative that firms use well-crafted contracts to avoid potential trouble. Adam T. Mow and Kenneth J. Naylor
05/03/10 The Seven Characteristics of Leaders Start with vision, humor, enthusiasm, and a deep motivation to learn. James P. Cramer
04/29/10 Writing the Digital Project Story Delivering on the promise of expertise-driven design requires a carefully planned approach that not only manages project information throughout the organization but also extends the value of this information by sharing compelling stories with internal and external consumers. Bradley Horst
04/22/10 What it Takes to Be on the Board Most architects have not had the kind of business experience required to serve on a board of directors. There are some requisite characteristics that can be learned. Roger Swanson
03/22/10 Peek Inside the 2010 Almanac of Architecture & Design For the first time, a five-tiered index recognizes firms for their influence and knowledge.
03/02/10 Just How Expendable Are Design Professionals? There is power in understanding new knowledge and in making the future your friend. There is satisfaction in confronting the forces that can create an immunity to change. And there is newly born enthusiasm when leaders have a refreshed vision for the future. James P. Cramer
03/02/10 1 Compensation and Benefits in a Recessionary Market The current economy demands a revised strategy for the way we compensate employees. It’s a balancing act that must account for market conditions, meritocracy, and the total compensation package. H. Ralph Hawkins
03/02/10 Value-Based Design Fees: A New Approach to Compensation If the conventional system of setting fees is to be replaced by something better, then both owners and architects will need to benefit and will have to agree on the method. Scott Simpson
03/02/10 From Conception to Curation Converging factors spotlight an important opportunity to link building information modeling to the total life and health of buildings through facilities management. Lauren Della Bella

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