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CII 2025 Q2 Research Updates
This blog showcases CII’s latest research momentum in Q2 2025, featuring bold efforts to benchmark best practices, revolutionize supplier qualification, elevate safety communication, and strengthen business alignment in front-end planning—all designed to drive smarter, more efficient capital projects.
CII ‘Hidden Gems’ Safety Week Series: AHR HMD Wearable Safety Procedure Aligned with the CII Best Practices
'Hidden Gem' share the important issues being discussed in each CBA meeting with a look at potential best practices to address them. Using a head-mounted augmented reality (AR) device on an active highway or complex capital projects construction site demands careful consideration due to the limited peripheral vision that such devices can impose.
CII ‘Hidden Gems’ Safety Week Series: Construction Health and Safety Week Pointers
'Hidden Gem' share the important issues being discussed in each CBA meeting with a look at potential best practices to address them. Not only is it Construction Safety Week, but May is also Mental Health Awareness Month. The mental health of workers in the construction and utilities industry is “deteriorating quite rapidly” in some cases, according to a CII report. Click here to find out more!
CII ‘Hidden Gems’ Safety Week Series: Insights from CII Reports on Advancing Construction Safety
'Hidden Gem' share the important issues being discussed in each CBA meeting with a look at potential best practices to address them. Safety Week is a time to refocus on our commitment to ensuring a safe working environment for every individual at jobsites. This year, we highlight several comprehensive reports from the Construction Industry Institute (CII) that provide insights on advancing construction safety through management practices, preventive design, and innovative technologies. Here’s an overview of the valuable insights and actionable recommendations from these reports.
CII ‘Hidden Gems’ Safety Week Series: A Dive into CII’s Transformational Safety Practices
'Hidden Gem' share the important issues being discussed in each CBA meeting with a look at potential best practices to address them. Not only is it Construction Safety Week, but The Construction Industry Institute (CII) has released several pivotal reports that offer valuable insights and actionable strategies to enhance safety across construction sites. The reports cover a spectrum of topics, such as leading indicators, precursor analysis, hazard recognition, safety practices, and more. Here’s a breakdown of the key findings and recommendations from each report to help integrate the insights into your safety protocols.
CII ‘Hidden Gems’ Safety Week Series: Mental Health Awareness
'Hidden Gem' share the important issues being discussed in each CBA meeting with a look at potential best practices to address them. Not only is it Construction Safety Week, but May is also Mental Health Awareness Month. The mental health of workers in the construction and utilities industry is “deteriorating quite rapidly” in some cases, according to a CII report. Click here to find out more!
Your Input Needed! Shaping CII R&D Priorities Through Our Survey
This year, we are starting the 2024-25 Ideation process with a five-minute survey to uncover key areas of R&D interest. The primary areas identified will be reviewed in the spring CII Board of Advisors meeting, setting the stage for subsequent R&D topic development workshops
CBA Safety Hidden Gem - Leading Indicators
We invite you to watch for a new output from CII’s Communities for Business Advancement (CBAs)! Members in these groups are preparing and posting a series of “CBA Hidden Gem” blogs. The series extracts the most important information from that groups’ monthly session. Hidden Gem blogs share the important issues being discussed in each CBA meeting with a look at potential best practices to address them.
CII 2023-2024 Ideation Update
As we conclude another ideation cycle, CII is pleased to share the results of this year's process.
CII Ideation Update
The CII Ideation Task Force has completed its evaluation process and has selected 11 standout ideas for proposal to the CII Board of Advisors.
CII Best Practices Course Program
CII Best Practices Course Program offers a real-world knowledge of proven construction management practices that you can apply immediately in the workplace. We appreciate year 2021 participants.
Member Highlight: Tricia Thibodeaux, Fluor Corporation
We are excited to shine a quarterly spotlight on certain individuals who have been integral in advancing CII initiatives. This quarter, we recognize Tricia Thibodeaux, Executive Director, Global HSE, Fluor.
Thank You for Supporting CII Research
CII research had a productive year. We kicked off five new research teams, managed another 13 ongoing teams, and broadcasted eight new presentations. Read more about CII’s research progress this year.
Autodesk Promotes AWP with CII Research
Cody Austin, Autodesk, lists 5 benefits of Advanced Work Packaging and helps you get started.
Visualizing Indicators of Project Health - New Research
Have you ever wondered how well your project teams were communicating and collaborating? RT-345 has developed the Integrated Project Monitoring Method (IPMM) to measure and visualize the health of interfaces and workload among project stakeholders.
CII's 2019 Research Publications - Now Available
We are glad to announce our latest releases. CII members can download these resources from our website for free, and non-members can purchase most of them.
Tricia Thibodeaux Receives 2019 Distinguished Service Award
Tricia Thibodeaux is an exemplary leader and a true supporter of CII’s mission and vision.
More of the Latest CII Research Publications - Now Available
CII has released more of the latest research, including a Construction Readiness Assessment (CSA) tool and publications on Improving Frontline Supervision, Productivity Metrics, Improved Integration of the Supply Chain, and Safety Performance.
Research to Drive Innovation through AWP
CII Launches Research Program to Drive Innovation through AWP.
CII's Latest Research Publications - Now Available
Many thanks to our members and research teams for making 2018 a strong year at CII! The latest research is now available!
Researchers from Arizona State Win Award for New CII Research
Research Team 331 won the CRC Best Paper Award out of 374 papers presented.
CII Best Practices Handbook Goes To Press
Best practice use gives companies a distinct competitive advantage.