NJ Alliance for Action Hosts PANYNJ Capital Plan Presentation
On May 22, the New Jersey Alliance for Action and the New Jersey Chapter of Professional Women in Construction hosted an overview of the capital plan for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
The Real Risk of AI in Engineering and Construction
AI is here, and it’s not going away. It’s in the software we use to do our work and the helpdesk we might call if that software doesn’t work. It’s in the articles we read, the pictures and videos we see, and even the phone calls we receive. It’s in engineering and construction, and it’s not going away.
Events | Fall 2023 Conferences
As fall officially begins, Alpha 3 is kicking off the season with two events in Washington, DC. David Chigne will be speaking at the Project Controls Expo, coming back to the US for its second year. The expo will take place once again atNationals Park from September 25-27. David will be presenting a case study on the use of escalation price adjustment factors on a $100 million FIDIC contract. His presentation is scheduled forTuesday, September 26, in the expo's Case Study Zone.
Mastering Procurement | Navigating Supply-Chain Issues when Purchasing High-Voltage Transformers, Part II
A previous article provided tips for the early stages of the procurement process through the issuance of a request for proposals (RFP). This article provides tips for bid closure, proposal evaluation, purchase order (PO) negotiation, and contract management.
Mastering Procurement | Navigating Supply-Chain Issues when Purchasing High-Voltage Transformers
The procurement process is an important part of any infrastructureproject,and HV electrical substation projects areno exception. From identifying procurement needs to selecting vendors, each step is crucial not only for acquiring high-quality equipment, but also for ensuring timely deliveryand securing appropriate after-sales services, among other details. This article explores key initial steps in the procurement of HV electrical transformers.