Practical Project Management for Building and Construction

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Other uncertainties in the construction business are wind forces, mate-

rial grade, vehicle impact, etc. ese issues have dierent organizations

and legal bodies that can help. ey have specied codes and design guide-

lines, allowable stresses, etc. is does not mean that the project members

can stop thinking for themselves. e guidelines are simply guidelines

and minimum requirements.

For a project, the threats and opportunities are seen. A method of pro-

duction is not chosen based only on the cost and time. Also considered

are the uncertainty and whether the project will be ready on time, within

budget, and with the right quality. Is there a risk that customers and sup-

pliers can go bankrupt or that skilled employees ...