Learning. Engaging. Knowing. Our Acumen notes continue to provide knowledge and engagement to all levels of the profession, from students to experienced practitioners. In this update, view some of our recently updated notes covering topics such as budget estimates, partnerships and procurement. In addition, view our recently published Environment note, case study and updated glossary.
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Updated notes
Acumen notes are regularly reviewed and updated. The following updated notes include new/revised material or resources:
- Asset planning
- Budget estimates (View the collection of updated notes relating to budget estimates by navigating the menu via the + symbol next to the topic title)
- Buying a practice
- Charge-out rate
- Engagement of contract staff
- GL32: Advice to client – Contractor’s breach
- Partners agreements
- Partnerships
- Procurement – checklist
- Procurement – critical considerations
- Project manager – working with
- Replacement costs
- Specialist consultants – types
- Starting a practice
- Succession planning
- Waterproofing
Environment update
- Environment glossary
- Nightingale 2.0 – Fairfield (case study)
- Supporting social value through the design process
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