DYK – What Does Execution Include

DYK – What Does Execution Include

Did you know that the mission of BUSA (Building USA) is to become a leader in Optimized buildings by incorporating innovative techniques to transform traditional building practices into efficient and sustainable projects They aim to create a more transparent,...

DYK – What Does Process Include

DYK – What Does Process Include

Did you know that the Process category focuses on implementing a cloud-based collaborative data environment called the Build Collaborative Environment (BCE)? This environment is organized around consistent standards, templates, and workflows, integrating various...

DYK – What Does Research Include

DYK – What Does Research Include

Did you know that BuildUSA involves collaborating with key industry players in the building material supply chain to conduct applied research and develop sustainable building products and systems that enhance occupant comfort, support well-being, improve building...

DYK – Cloud-Based Collaborative Environments 

DYK – Cloud-Based Collaborative Environments 

Did you know that cloud-based collaborative environments, such as Common Data Environments (CDEs), play a crucial role in the digital transformation of the building industry. CDEs provide a centralized platform for structuring, sharing, and managing project data,...

DYK – Creating a Brand in Building

DYK – Creating a Brand in Building

Did you know that creating a strong branding in the building industry is challenging due to:  Slow productivity improvements  Lack of innovation and delayed adoption  Informal processes  Insufficient knowledge transfer  Weak project...

DYK – Modular VS Optimized Building

DYK – Modular VS Optimized Building

Did you know that modular construction is an off-site construction method where building units are manufactured in a controlled factory setting and then transported to the construction site for assembly? It offers several advantages over traditional on-site...

DYK – What Makes a Building Optimized? 

DYK – What Makes a Building Optimized? 

Did you know that Optimized Building (OB) is characterized by nine key elements that contribute to its optimized nature:  Collaborative Data Environment (CDE): OB relies on a shared digital platform where project stakeholders can collaboratively store, access, and...