A Common Data Environment, CDE is a critical to LEAN construction delivery and improving overall efficiency. A CDE allows real property owners, facilities managers, building users, AE’s, and builders to share current and actionable information throughout the life-cycle of any program or projects, from concept, through warranty and beyond.
A common data environment includes a glossary and set of definitions in plain English using industry standard terms. It also included common data format/architectures such a CSI MasterFormat, Uniformat, etc. Detailed, unit price, locally researched cost data is also a core requirement in order to clearly communicate work scope and assure financial visibility.
In addition to to a CDE, the following factors are core elements of LEAN construction delivery methods such as Integrated Project Delivery, IPD (for major new construction), and Job Order Contracting, JOC (for repair, renovation, and minor new construction.
- Owner leadership and competency
- Collaborative, service-oriented team members with appropriate domain expertise and capabilities
- Fully defined roles, responsibilities, desired outcomes, schedules, workflows…
- Security and document management
- Ongoing training
- Continuous improvement
- Shared risk/reward
- Long-term relationships
- Focus upon outcomes
- Supporting technology
