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Global Growth of Modularization
Companies are looking to CII and other associations to provide simple practical guides on what is required to implement modularization on projects.
University of Texas Engineering School's Research Paper Selected by Prestigious ASCE Journal
Paper Features CII's Technology & Innovation Committee's VR Project!
CII Data Warehouse Launches
CII's Data Warehouse is a first-of-its-kind benchmarking and research platform that was built with high performance computing in mind.
Planning for the Future with Modularization and Offsite Construction
Learn about the CII Modularization Community for Business Advancement's currently active research topic on the future execution strategy for industrial capital projects.
Announcing New Co-Chair of the AWP + Lean Subcommittee Joint Working Group
We are pleased to welcome John Strickland with Burns & McDonnell as Co-Chair of the AWP + Lean Subcommittee Joint Working Group!
CII Idea Generation for the 2023 Initiatives
CII initiatives idea-generation process was launched at the 2022 Annual Conference. Since then, we have collected, evaluated and prioritized more than 300 ideas.
CII's Role in the Decarbonization of Capital Projects
Announcing the launch of a new CII research team that will investigate practices and standards to address decarbonization in the construction phase.
Our Founding Members
CII is celebrating 40 years of partnership thanks in large part to Our Charter Members.
2022 Research - 9 Focus Areas
​CII prioritizes research in nine focus areas.
CII Tools Blog Series: Planning and Scheduling
Learn about CII Tools that can help you with Planning and Scheduling.
CII Tools Blog Series: Materials Management and Procurement
CII offers useful guides that assist with Materials Management and Procurement.
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CII Tools Blog Series: CII’s AWP CBA February 2024 Meeting Highlights
The February 2024 meeting of CII’s AWP (Advanced Work Packaging) CBA (Community for Business Advancement) provided a platform for industry professionals to delve into critical discussions surrounding AWP practices, particularly focusing on its implementation in engineering. But before diving into the current agenda, the group took a moment to reflect on the data analysis from 2023, and define initiatives and topics for joint working groups (JWGs) meeting in 2024.
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CII Celebrates International Women's Day
While the construction industry is often seen as traditionally male-dominated, women have played a crucial role throughout its history. From laying bricks to leading projects, their contributions have shaped the skylines and landscapes we see today.
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Rethinking Supplier Qualification Programs to Improve Project Deliver
Supplier qualification programs are essential to successful project delivery. Our traditional programs may not be sufficient in a world faced with increasing disruptions and uncertainties.
CII Tools Blog Series: Advancing Construction Excellence: Insights from the March 2024 AWP CBA Community Meeting
The March 2024 AWP CBA Community meeting showcased the latest strides in construction productivity and innovation, the main presentation shared the results of case studies analysis done on Direct Labor productivity and AWP, led by Geoff Ryan P.M.P, and validated by the CII academic team. Members from across the globe heeded the call for collaboration and knowledge sharing. Here's a condensed recap of the key takeaways:
CII Announces Top Research Themes for 2024-2025!
Following the April 2024 Board of Advisors (BOA) meeting, we're excited to announce the top themes identified for our annual R&D ideation process. These themes, captured via surveys and ranked by BOA attendees, will guide our efforts in developing future research opportunities.
New Opportunities to Capture Your Valuable Insights
We're excited to announce two new opportunities to capture your valuable insights and help shape the future of CII’s Research and Development program. You can participate in two ways: Participating in Focused Workshops and Submitting Research Ideas Anytime
CII Research Team Selected: RT-420 "Implementation of Best Practices for Small Projects
We're excited to announce the selection of our research team for the "Implementation of CII Best Practices for Small Projects" project funded by the Construction Industry Institute (CII)! Click the title to learn more!
CII 2025 Spring BOA Meeting – Workshop Results
On April 17, the CII Board of Advisors participated in a workshop that marked the beginning of our ideation process. Here are the workshop results!
All in Together! 2025 Construction Safety Week is May 5th – May 9th
As a leader in advancing construction best practices, the Construction Industry Institute (CII) is proud to champion Construction Safety Week 2025. This year’s theme, All in Together, resonates with our mission to drive industry-wide collaboration and innovation to create safer, more productive job sites.
Innovate and Transform: Submit Your Ideas for CII R&D Initiatives
CII is currently collecting ideas for CII R&D initiatives to advance the capital projects industry! We invite individuals and CII groups to submit their innovative research ideas via our online form.
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Announcing a CII AI Initiative
We are excited to announce that CII is embarking on a groundbreaking collaboration with Dr. Krishna Kumar from UT Austin to explore how artificial intelligence can enhance the dissemination of CII research.
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Welcome to Our New (and Returning) Funded Studies Committee Members!
We’re thrilled to welcome several new members to the Funded Studies Committee. Some of them joined us in Nashville at the Annual Conference meeting, and we’re excited to have their expertise and energy contributing to CII’s research mission. See who's joined here!