Harnessing the Power of Benchmarking: The Edge Your Institution Needs for Campus Planning
In today’s competitive higher education environment, it is more important than ever to make strategic capital planning decisions that will […]
Blog: Planning
4 Historical Cost Index Data Points From the Q3 Cost Insights Report
What is the Historical Cost Index? The Historical Cost Index (HCI) serves as an essential instrument for monitoring fluctuations in
Three Things a Facilities Condition Assessment Must Identify
The most important sectors of North American life depend on effectively managing facilities and other physical assets. Government administration requires
Outlook for Construction Material Costs “Cautiously Optimistic”
Explore a high-level overview of data and trends from Gordian’s Q3 Construction Cost Insights Report.
Preparing for the Worst: Planning for Facilities Resilience
Facilities resilience planning is now a core competency for organizational leaders. This blog post explores three practical considerations for strengthening your asset portfolio against natural disasters and changing weather patterns.
Using the Facility Condition Index to Prioritize Projects Effectively
The Facility Condition Index (FCI) is a universally accepted performance measurement. In this post, we dig into the mechanics and nuances of how leaders use FCI data to help prioritize their project list in a way that aligns with their mission and goals.
3 Themes That Resounded Throughout Advancing Preconstruction 2023
Read about our three main takeaways from Gordian’s recent trip to Advancing Preconstruction 2023.
Examining ASCE’s Report Card for U.S. Infrastructure
Every four years, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) grades U.S. infrastructure. At the midpoint between the last report card and the next one, we look at what the ASCE found, what’s changed and what can still be done.
4 Steps to Optimizing Your Healthcare Facilities Planning
Strategic healthcare facilities planning can drive cost savings and enhance value for communities and employees. Learn four steps for facilities, finance, and operational leaders to adopt a savvy planning approach.
Understanding Facility Condition Index
One of the most powerful and most reliable performance measurement tools is the Facility Condition Index (FCI). This post explains what an FCI is and how organizations across a spectrum of industries use an FCI to quantify the state of their assets.