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CIP Innovations:
News for public works professionals

Volume 1, Issue 1

CIP/transportation innovations save $28.5 million annually

Recent use of an innovative management tool is estimated to save $28.5 million annually in reduced hands-on time and improved productivity, according to a recent study at one agency. This group has reduced costs, streamlined construction management operations, and transformed their workflow. New improvements that quantitatively manage and track road, bridge, utilities, and airport construction programs allowed these measurable results.

Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) launched FieldManager in 1999. The software enabled the department to eliminate a time-consuming, manual process for managing construction and dramatically reduce their costs. Today, 3,000 professionals use FieldManager at MDOT facilities, numerous other state & local government agencies, and engineering and construction firms.

"FieldManager has proven to be a prime example of how public/private partnerships can reduce costs to taxpayers, and increase government efficiency," said Michigan Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm.

FieldManager is scalable and can produce results at local agencies, too. More than 60 local agencies, plus their 200+ consulting firms use FieldManager today. It is developed jointly by Info Tech, Inc. and MDOT.

Read the Lansing State Journal newspaper article
View a news clip from Michigan’s 9&10 News

APWA Congress briefing: Understanding and recruiting younger generations of public works professionals

It was ‘standing room only’ at APWA Congress! Info Tech presented a workshop on recruiting younger generations in public works. Here is a short summary of the presentation. It is also available as an on-demand webinar.

Everyone knows that the public works workforce is aging. What people don’t know is how to fill those positions with younger workers. It begins with increasing your understanding of the wants and needs of emerging generations.

For the first time ever, America has five living generations and they are characterized by extremely different attitudes and social norms. This is logical, since these groups were shaped by varied events (i.e. World War II vs. 9/11). Simply learning a few facts about each will help you understand your workforce better, and will provide insight into why some employees respond to messaging that others don’t even seem to hear.

Book a webinar today and get these answers and more. Hear for yourself what everyone was talking about at the APWA Congress 2007!

Education on demand!

If you are looking for expertise & guidance on any of these topics, complete this form to schedule a webinar for you and your colleagues.

What is CIP/transportation construction management?

In the growing age of information technology, governments are at a crossroad. How do we bridge the various islands of information spread amongst various departments when all parties need to share their design, cost estimation, bid management, progress tracking and contractor payments data? Most importantly, how can we standardize our processes and methodologies to ensure consistency throughout the organization?

The Future is Now…
 Electronic and Internet Bidding

More and more agencies are taking the leap over to electronic and Internet bidding and these organizations, and the contractors that bid on their work, are experiencing the associated benefits. There are many different terms associated with Internet and electronic bidding. So, what does it all mean? What is the most efficient process out there?

Your CIP Cost Estimates Can Be Better!
Jacksonville Transportation Authority: A case study in estimation - lessons learned.

How confident are you in your estimates? Would you bet on them? What if the key to more accurate estimates was already sitting on your desk? The truth is that your engineers’ estimates can be better – much better – when you use your own historical database to prepare them. If you are thinking that this is a long, cumbersome process, think again.

What is she wearing? What did he say?
Understanding and recruiting the next generation of public works professionals

Everyone knows that the public works workforce is aging. What people don’t know is how to fill those positions with younger workers. It begins with increasing your understanding of the wants and needs of emerging generations.

Bid Express 2007 Statistics are in!

Bid Express is the market-leading on-line bidding service for capital and road construction. We have been providing these services for more than 10 years. The year-end statistics for 2007 are in!

There are more than 3000+ road construction contractors subscribing to Bid Express.

There are dozens of agencies using our national Bid Express site. Bid Express handled 23,954 bids totaling nearly $73 billion in 2007. Contact Info Tech today to get Bid Express implemented in your agency. Odds are, your contractors are already using it for their state work.

Come on by the booth! Info Tech will be at…

Virginia Transportation Construction Alliance: Hampton, VA, April 2-4

APWA Florida Chapter Conference and Trade Show: Jacksonville, FL, April 29-May 1

Info Tech Inc. celebrates 30 years

Info Tech, Inc. celebrated its 30 th anniversary in October. The festivities included the launch of a new corporate logo and having employees stand to form the number 30 while a rooftop photographer captured the image.

"The milestone itself is a reason to celebrate,” Dr. James T. McClave, president of Info Tech, Inc., said. “We felt it was time to update our look to reflect the exciting things going on at our company every day, so the new logo launch was a great way to add to the anniversary celebration.”

Info Tech, Inc. is the market leader in construction management software and its reputation for excellence in is nationally known. Info Tech’s unique programs & services are utilized by 40+ State DOTs, hundreds of cities and counties, and foreign countries.