The New World of Operations
Picture it – February 2020. Business is booming and the construction industry is no exception. Things are running smoothly. Standard operating procedures are in place. Timelines are consistent, averaging 18-21 months for the completion of a multifamily development. Developers, suppliers, partners, they all know what to expect. Of course, the usual hiccups occur. There are […]
Enclave at 3230 Case Study
Every successful business has its bread and butter, their most straightforward projects – the ones where companies often build their reputations. These are the projects without significant or obvious challenges. While the plans may be somewhat straightforward, the developer views it as a significant and potentially high-risk investment. For the future residents, it is their […]
Safety – Walk the Walk and Talk the Talk
Often, we overlook the obvious and operate on autopilot. We know the steps we have to take and see them as common sense. Think about the things we do or don’t do every day that seem like a no-brainer. We look both ways before crossing the street. We use potholders when taking something out of […]
Get to Know Your Inspector
Families, friends, colleagues – these relationships require time and effort, and part of that effort is communication. Successfully planning a family celebration, a trip with friends, or a work initiative starts with open communication and respectful relationships. Working effectively with people involves sharing information and getting their input on key topics and issues. Nowhere is […]
Strong Inspector Relationships Build Strong Projects
Building a multifamily development, a single-family home, or even a high rise? Inspections are part of the process for every build project. Your project, your hard work will be examined in detail to make sure it passes all codes and city requirements. You think you have covered everything. But have you? It can be stressful, […]
JTB Apartments Case Study
Every developer wants to make a statement – to make sure their properties are far from the ordinary, add value to the area, and offer their residents a little extra. With the desire to be exceptional, developers provide their construction partners with opportunities to deliver something new and exciting, along with the challenges that accompany […]
Look To The Past to Plan For The Future
It’s over (fingers crossed)! Hurricane season has finally come to an end. At least we think it has. If we learned anything in 2020, it’s that the unexpected is likely to happen. There have been more than 30 named storms this year, and several occurred much later in the year than is the norm. In […]
It’s Not Just What You Tell Them; It’s How You Tell Them
Hurricanes aren’t like other disasters. People know about them days before they happen. They shift, strengthen, and sometimes go away. For days, people are in a state of flux. They know they need to prepare, but they also know it could be a wasted effort. The key to effective hurricane communications, particularly in the construction […]
Know When To Say When
Ever think, “I wish I would have known that a little earlier.”? It has been said over and over again – timing is everything! The clearest messages sent to the right audience mean nothing if they don’t go at the right time. Few times is this truer than before and after a hurricane. If you […]
“What” Starts with Key Messages
In times of crisis, it’s all about what you say. The audience is important. We’ve established that. But you need to deliver the right information in the right way. Keep it simple. Keep it high level, and always stay consistent. To effectively do this, you must develop your key messages. They’re the foundation of all communications, both […]