DYK – Who controls how the BoD are changed and implemented?
Did you know the control over the evolution of the Basis of Design (BoD) in the building industry involves collaboration among stakeholders such as architects, builders, manufacturers, regulatory bodies, and organizations like BuildUSA (BUSA). Industry standards...
DYK – Over the centuries,what has driven change in the (BoD)?
Did you know over the centuries, the Basis of Design (BoD) in the building industry has evolved driven by a myriad of factors? Technological advancements, particularly during the Industrial Revolution, have facilitated the standardization of building materials and...
DYK – What is the history of the Basis of Design (BoD)?
Did you know the Basis of Design (BoD) has evolved significantly throughout history? In earlier centuries, building projects relied on custom-made elements crafted from raw materials extracted from the earth. However, with the emergence of larger and more complex...
DYK – How does BUSA and Optimized Building envision building projects to be executed in the future (Boutique, Iconic, Optimized and Hybrid)?
Did you know BUSA and Optimized Building envision a future where building projects are executed in a more efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable manner? They propose a shift away from the traditional approach to building projects and offer four distinct models for...
DYK – How does BUSA and Optimized Building envision project teams being organized?
Did you know BUSA and Optimized Building envision project teams being organized in a highly collaborative and streamlined manner? They emphasize breaking down traditional silos and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among all stakeholders involved in a building...
DYK – With so many different players cmprising the building industry , what are the challenges and opportunities they face, when implmenting new solutions like BUSA or Optimized Building?
Did you know the building industry encompasses a wide range of players, including material suppliers, contractors, architects, engineers, and specialty consultants? Implementing new solutions like BuildUSA (BUSA) or Optimized Building presents both challenges and...
DYK – Why has innovation been slow to come to the Building Industry?
Did you know innovation within the building industry has been slow to come due to several factors? The industry traditionally operates within established norms and practices, often resistant to change due to concerns about risk and uncertainty. The...
DYK – What are the challenges that Building innovation is trying to address?
Did you know there are several challenges within the building industry that BuildUSA aims to address through innovation? These include the fragmented nature of the industry, characterized by siloed knowledge and disparate project teams with varying standards and...
DYK – How can a large manufacturing facility or a large building organization impact local economies?
Did you know a large manufacturing facility or building organization can profoundly influence local economies? They do that by generating employment opportunities across various skill levels, stimulating supplier networks, attracting supporting businesses,...
DYK – What impact does building have on the macro-economy?
Did you know construction has a significant impact on the macro economy? It contributes to a country's GDP and per capita GDP. In developing countries, the share of construction value added as a percentage of GDP is around 3-5%, while in more developed countries it is...