vol. 3 issue 3 - March 2002
		Collaboration without  Complication
		Welcome to IronSpire News, a newsletter providing information on the industry's premier construction information management tool.
		Tips from the JobSite
Successful Project Managers share their secrets with IronSpire		Tip #2 - Think Win/Win The advantages a project information tool provides for a Project Manager, such as enhanced team productivity, have been well publicized. However, unless the software has a recognizable utility to the rest of the team, adoption will be slow or non-existent.  For every team member that does not adopt the tool, its value decreases exponentially. When choosing software to manage project information, keep the entire team in mind, and choose one that will provide benefits to everyone. Opportunity: Connect the team using one piece of software. Tactic:  Unlike traditional software, online collaboration tools provide advantages for the entire team.  Some of the benefits to specific team members include: Owners: Subcontractors: Gain visibility into the project. Proactively manage changes. Minimize surprise expenditures. Retain supplier information for ongoing maintenance and operations. Get quicker responses to questions. Have real-time access to important documents such as schedules, drawings and changes. Subs coming on board mid-stream can catch up on pertinent history. Architects: Easy distribution of drawings and updates. Receive more precise questions from team members, who can redline updated drawings online. Team access to current drawings, specifications and addenda reduces number of RFIs. Questions and issues are neatly organized to help prioritize workload. Maintain a history of drawing access. Click here to request a free white paper on technology adoption
		IronSpire JobSite
		IronSpire  - the Team Tool Having a collaboration tool that is used by the entire team drives out the workflow inefficiencies currently experienced in construction. IronSpire JobSite was designed to be a team tool, providing benefits to the whole team, including: Controlled Project Workflow: Project managers have control over how documents are managed, who reviews them and how information is displayed. Team Accountability: Document logs track response time, adding accountability and exerting a friendly "peer pressure" to respond.
		Instant Notifications : Team members are instantly notified via email when there is something that requires their action, adding a layer of accountability, and accelerating the review process. "Zero Training" : JobSite's ease of use makes it a more feasible solution to subcontractors, who are hired on a project-by-project basis.	IronSpire Notification
		Open Platform: IronSpire supports all file types, so everyone can continue using their current documents. No IT Expenditures: No hardware or software is required to use JobSite. No special IT staff is required to set-up or maintain JobSite. IronSpire handles registration, implementation, training, and all upgrades. 24-Hour Access: Team members have access to the information they need, when they need it. They can also respond instantly to an issue, instead of playing phone tag. History: All decisions, activities and documents are recorded for reference during construction or after project completion.
		New Faces
		IronSpire Adds New Authorized Solution Providers IronSpire is pleased to add three new companies to its growing network of Authorized Solution Providers. These Solution Providers work in conjunction with IronSpire to provide local sales and support. Welcome!
		1 Aktion Associates, Inc. 1446 South Reynolds Rd., Suite 220 Maumee, OH 43537 419-893-7001
		Construction Computer Center 15 East Ridge Pike, Suite300 Conshohocken, PA 19428 610-825-6670
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		Idysys 600 City Parkway West, Suite 110 Orange, CA  92868 714-704-9292 www.idysys.com
		Click here to find a Solution Provider in your area.
		IronSpire Events
		IronSpire is presenting in the following seminars: Place Date Seminar Hosted by New Orleans, LA April 17 Making Work Flow Constructive Business Systems Lafayette, LA April 19 Making Work Flow Constructive Business Systems Shreveport, LA May 7 Making Work Flow Constructive Business Systems Lubbock, TX May 21 Making Work Flow Constructive Business Systems El Paso, TX May 23 Making Work Flow Constructive Business Systems San Antonio, TX April 16 Making Work Flow Texas State Construction Systems Austin, TX April 17 Making Work Flow Texas State Construction Systems Houston, TX April 18 Making Work Flow Texas State Construction Systems Stamford, CT May 8 Making Work Flow United Solutions Hartford, CT May 16 Making Work Flow United Solutions Manchester, NH May 9 Making Work Flow United Solutions Syracuse, NY May 22 Making Work Flow United Solutions Albany, NY May 23 Making Work Flow United Solutions
		For more information or to register for a seminar, contact emilyL@ironspire.com
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