Is Time on Your Side?

Posted on 11. Mar, 2011 by Barbara in Costs, The Design Group News

You have areas of expertise that yield the greatest benefit to your company. That means that for some projects, it may be more efficient and cost-effective to hire a contractor with specific professional know-how.

So, before you sink your time into a company project that’s outside your area of expertise, ask yourself these questions: (more…)

Avoiding Project Cost Overruns

Posted on 13. Oct, 2010 by Deb in Costs, The Design Group News

When you sit down to consider building new office space or remodeling your current office, you’re likely to be concerned about overspending on the project. In fact, lenders recommend a 20% contingency in project budgets due to the assumption that there will be overruns.  But you can stay within your budget. Here’s how. (more…)