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THE 80-20 ADVANTAGE

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DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY DELTA

What you gain working with us.

80% - What We Control

  • Targeted materials & SKU value review

  • Front-loading critical decisions to stabilize scope early to prevent rework

  • Code/adjacency reviews

20% - What It Unlocks

  • Contingency preserved for upgrades or rollout expansion

  • Ability to expand the pilot footprint

  • Consolidate SKUs

  • Eliminate rush fees, preserving negotiated contract pricing

  • Fewer COs lower all-in program spend

COST

Control the scope before it controls the budget.

<3% Change Orders

(Industry average: 8-12%)

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80% - What We Control

  • Set decision SLAs

  • Answer RFIs within 24hrs, and return submittal reviews in 48hrs (excludes electrical/structural)

  • Weekly trend reviews to eliminate repeat questions

20% - What It Unlocks

  • RFIs resolved <2 months on an 8 month cycle

  • Pre-check AHJ lead time and requirementsTime gained to vet alternates that reduce lead times

  • Template mapping cuts learning curve to preserve momentum and create shorter path to opening

  • Earlier PO placement on long-lead items and projects, avoiding premiums

TIME

Faster answers, fewer idle days.

24hr RFI Response Time

(Industry average: 3-7 days)

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80% - What We Control

  • Continuous QA scorecards across six phase gates (DD ⟶ SD ⟶ DD ⟶ CDs ⟶ Permitting ⟶ CA) with go/hold criteria and issue ownership.

  • Templatization: Consistent drawing sets, workflows, and documentation reduce errors and create predictable outcomes across all project types.

20% - What It Unlocks

  • 98%+ first submittal success

  • Stable scope and consistent drawings

  • Predictable multi-site repeatability

  • Fewer approval resets

  • Map your prototype then layer scorecards and decisions logs to prevent drift.

  • Portfolio level benchmarking that surfaces systemic efficiencies you can repeat across markets.

PROCESS

Make quality continuous, not episodic.

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80% - What We Control

  • Transparent decision logs and cross collaborative touchpoints (Owner,GC,Design,Procurement)

  • Senior level expertise on every project

  • Decision SLAs and a consistent governance cadence.

20% - What It Unlocks

  • Cleaner handoffs with fewer emergency buys for Procurement

  • Scalable mobilization across portfolio

  • Consistent quality regardless of team makeup

  • Faster ramp on new sites with clear accountability

  • More bandwidth to negotiate volume pricing

SERVICE

A lean team structure where all staff contribute to one goal. Clients gain “first round draft pick” expertise every time, with institutional knowledge ensuring clarity, accountability, and efficiency throughout.

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Why It Lasts

Decision tracking, phase-gate scorecards, and templates convert wins into standards, creating a feedback loop that scales across sites and markets.

Shared institutional knowledge and a single governance cadence preserve accountability, protect negotiated pricing (volume leverage), and shorten review cycles, keeping schedules predictable.

As contingency stays intact and data accumulates, each site benefits from proven alternates, faster approvals, and fewer surprises—sustaining a portfolio-level advantage over time.

OPPORTUNITY

The 20% edge we create.

How It Appears

  • Portfolio buying power

  • Lead-time optimization

  • Spec improvements

  • Constructibility & prefab

  • Permitting velocity

  • Layout & throughput gains

  • Opex & sustainability

  • Program analytics

  • Contingency reallocation

  • Brand-safe flexibility

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Run the System: Unlock the Hidden Opportunities

A disciplined funnel that turns the 80% we control into the 20% edge
DISCOVERY SPRINT

A short, intensive upfront process that surfaces the 20% of factors driving 80% of project success. to identify constraints early.

DECISION TRACKING

Structured, strategically recorded decisions throughout the project lifecycle prevent “decision drift” and keep accountability. No lost context, no rework, every choice tied back to goals.

QA/QC SCORECARD SYSTEM

Quality assurance that isn’t episodic; it’s built-in at every phase with quality checks tied directly to client deliverables and industry benchmarks.

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TEMPLATIZATION

Clarity through consistency. Standardized drawing sets, details, and notes with clear workflow guides. No mixed drawing sets, fewer errors, and smoother coordination.

INSTITUTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

A lean team structure where all staff contribute to one goal, leveraging structured processes to support all team members. Consistency and quality maintained, regardless of project team makeup.

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