What's The Future Of Project Delivery In The Design Industry?

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) is a new approach to the design and construction of buildings that is based on a cooperative working relationship, shared risk and reward, and open exchange of data that is intended to result in lower cost, shorter design and construction schedules, lower overall risk, increased prefabrication, and overall improvement in efficiency and productivity. The convergence of new technology, process improvement, and cultural change are helping to facilitate an environment where owners, architects, engineers, and contractors can collaborate more effectively earlier in the design and construction process to achieve these goals. By challenging traditional methods of delivery, IPD is paving the way for better, faster, and less costly building projects; streamlined information and material supply chains, and more efficient processes throughout the building design and construction industry.

The 2011 IPD eConference will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM ET.

More information: http://www.ipdchannel.net/e-conference.html