Industry Solutions Project Collaboration and Document Control Solutions for the Sector Industry Solutions
McLaren Software Setting Standards New Opportunities, New Challenges Whether it be architects, quantity surveyors, consultants, contractors or engineers, and whether it is a planned energy plant, hospital, process manufacturing plant or retail chain, today s construction industry is characterized by multiple stakeholders, multiple documents and increasingly complex projects. The Continued Growth of The worldwide construction sector accounts for 11 percent of global GDP. Global construction is likely to outpace GDP growth over the next ten years. China and India are predicted to account for 38 percent of the US$4.8 trillion increase in construction output by 2020. An estimated US$14.5 trillion will be spent on construction in the US by 2020. Source: PwC, 2011. McLaren Software s industry leading project collaboration and document control solutions are ideally placed to meet the challenges of the construction sector. McLaren s enterprise-scale and cloud-based solutions provide owner operators and Contractors in medium and large-scale construction projects with: Document control solutions that cover all facets of a construction project from project collaboration, program and tender management to integration with planning, project and finance systems. Support for the full asset lifecyle, from the design and build stages to operation, maintenance and renewal stages. Consistent business processes between project teams to ensure data integrity, reduce rework, and reduce operational costs and commercial risk. A flexible technology solution that meets all customer requirements; from internal, on-site document control systems to cloud-based, off-premise systems. A solution that can link directly with McLaren Facility Management Software. With a sprawling global supply chain, complex tendering processes, compliance and regulatory pressures and tough penalty clauses for overruns, effective document control and project collaboration and the real-time access to project documentation has rarely been more important. In addition, Building Information Modeling (BIM) has introduced another layer of complexity for managing project documentation. Now, digital representations of a facility are generated at the early conceptual stage, and document control systems must enable the information exchange between 3D modeling packages and other engineering applications and drawings. In short, the fast growing construction industry needs flexible and reliable document control systems that foster collaboration and facilitate the exchange of information. These solutions should address the interoperability, compliance, tendering requirements and reduce time and cost overruns. Quite a set of demands! industry & document control experience
Streamlining the Document Control Process One of the world s leading suppliers of cement and aggregates looked to McLaren Software to develop an automated document control solution to support construction projects in Australia and Brazil. The new document control system has led to a streamlined vendor document management process, increased transparency, reduced project delays and costs and fewer demands over internal resources. An End-to-End Solution across the Asset Lifecycle with BIM support McLaren s end-to-end document control, project collaboration and facility management solutions cover the entire construction asset lifecycle from design and commissioning through to handover, operations and maintenance and eventual decommissioning. BIM support is included across the lifecycle to compliment the industry best practice processes included with all McLaren solutions. At the design, procurement and construction phase, McLaren solutions accelerate project execution, reduce rework and help deliver projects on time and on budget. At the handover, commission and startup phases, McLaren solutions ensure the seamless exchanging, reviewing and updating of engineering and project information and the minimizing the time to first revenue and operations. And at the operations and maintenance stage, McLaren solutions minimize operating costs, reduce risk and lost production and ensure all regulatory requirements are followed. It s this focus on lifecycle asset management that defines everything McLaren does. Refurbishment Operate BIM Support Asset Planning Facility Management Operate Maintain Planning Engineering Handover Design Development Tender Commissioning Select Contractor Contractor Supply Chain Procure Construct A Complete Solution across the Asset Lifecycle
McLaren Software Solutions Whatever the challenge in today s fast moving construction sector, McLaren Software s solutions, consultancy and partnership capabilities have the answer. Harnessing the Benefits of the Cloud McLaren s solutions are ideally suited to operators looking to collaborate securely and seamlessly with suppliers, contractors, regulators and other external parties. McLaren enables all parties to combine their designs, documents and data prior to construction. McLaren also provides a privately hosted option that leverages the cloud but integrates with internal interdepartmental processes. Modular Solutions across the Asset Lifecycle McLaren s engineering document control solutions support all construction lifecycle phases. Its modular applications suite covers drawing and project document management through to audit trails, reporting, transmittals, handover, and operations and maintenance. with McLaren FusionLive. McLaren is committed to support further levels of BIM as they are defined. Tender Management Capabilities The construction sector faces complex and sprawling tender management processes and large volumes of information. McLaren software allows operator owners to fully automate and streamline their tendering process from pre-qualification to contract awards. Coordinating a Diffuse Supply Chain With tough penalties for cost overruns and tight margins, McLaren s document control solutions deliver operationally efficient projects on time and on budget across the asset lifecycle and involving all external parties. McLaren software collates, updates, reviews and approves construction reports, drawings, datasheets, warranties and specifications at every project stage. Adding Value to Airport Projects A major European airport needed to manage the review of engineering documentation relating to the 1,000 to 1,200 building services projects that take place at the airport every year. McLaren Software s document control solutions coordinate the review process for engineering drawings. Projects are now running concurrently, and a faster review process is in place with 95 percent of projects completed within a month. Meeting Regulatory Requirements McLaren s solutions helps construction companies and owners operator address the key questions - who did what, when and why? The results are clear goals and accountability, no finger pointing and compliance with all stakeholders and regulators. Tracking Data and Documents The tracking of data in the construction sector is every bit as important as the tracking of documents. McLaren delivers a complete engineering workflow that supports the control of data throughout project handover as well as ensuring data integrity at all asset lifecycle stages. BIM Support McLaren solutions now support Building Information Management or BIM models enabling users to access, view,rotate, zoom and select items held in a 3D model (IFC format). The support for BIM is a natural addition to the best practice processes and document control included Full Consultancy Expertise Through business process reviews, recommendations, detailed solutions designs and work breakdown structures, McLaren Software s consultancy expertise will ensure all construction projects are delivered to the highest standards. In addition, McLaren provides Information Management outsourcing services to perform business process for customers through the use of McLaren technology, people and processes. Partnering With the Best McLaren Software is only as successful as its technology partners. It s through these partnerships that customer investments and roadmap and product compatibility are guaranteed. Current McLaren technology partners include Autodesk, EMC, IBM, Microsoft and Oracle. McLaren Software solutions deliver: Consistent and auditable business processes. Cloud-based, collaborative solutions. Increased scalability, reduced costs. Built-in flexibility and configuration. Accessible and secure solutions. Full integration. Configurable templates and work breakdown structures. Predefined and configurable reporting dashboards, drill downs and full audit trails. Computer-Aided Facility Management. 300,000 users 15,000 construction projects 50 countries Partnership with Technology Leaders (EMC, IBM, Microsoft, Oracle)
McLaren Software, part of the Idox Group, is a leading provider of engineering document control and project collaboration solutions supporting all lifecycle phases of operational assets, buildings and facilities. Our customers are leading companies in asset intensive industries including Oil & Gas, life sciences, process manufacturing, construction industries and the built environment. Founded in 1995 McLaren helps owner operators, EPC contractors, construction companies and facility operators execute safe, efficient, compliant projects and operations in all five continents. McLaren solutions are available On-Premise or as SaaS or Privately hosted solutions supported by the McLaren OnAir cloud infrastructure with data centers in the USA, UK and UAE. For more information email us at contactbe@mclarensoftware.com or visit our website www.mclarensoftware.com McLaren Software Houston, USA (Head Office) 10375 Richmond Avenue Suite 825 Houston, Texas 77042 USA Tel +1 713 357 4710 Fax +1 713 357 4711 Regional Offices in: London, UK (Idox Head Office) Tel +44 207 332 6000 Glasgow, UK Tel +44 141 227 7600 Crawley, UK Tel +44 1293 560056 Paris, France Tel +33 (0) 1 5695 1679 Rennes, France Tel +33 (0) 2 9927 6000 Frankfurt, Germany Tel +49 69 686 023-0 Perth, Australia Tel +61 8 6316 4500 Pune, India Tel +91 20 668 336 00 San Francisco, USA Tel +1 415 882 1888 Idox plc. Ideas, solutions, suggestions, hints and procedures from this document are the intellectual property of Idox plc and thus protected by copyright. They may not be reproduced, transmitted to third parties or used in any form for commercial purposes without the express permission of Idox group. McLaren Technology Partners