CII research is a collaborative effort that brings together industry and academia to identify opportunities and conduct research projects that align with our mission. Here's why CII research stands out:
- Member-Driven Process: Our research thrives on active member involvement. From pinpointing research areas to participating in Research Teams, reviewing outcomes, and sharing insights through presentations and various media, member engagement is pivotal at every stage.
- Tangible Project Improvements: With over 40 years of dedicated research, CII has developed 17 Best Practices and numerous tools. These resources, accessible to organizations, are designed to significantly enhance project delivery.
- Collaborative Approach: We value diverse perspectives and collaboration. The collaborative nature of our approach relies on invaluable input from industry members and academics with different backgrounds. This diversity enriches the knowledge we generate.
- Academic Rigor: Our projects adhere to a rigorous scientific approach. By involving member companies’ subject matter experts and tapping into the expertise of academics, we ensure a solid foundation for our research endeavors.
Ongoing Projects
CII projects are normally presented at CII events, mainly at the CII Annual Conference.
Projects Presenting in 2023
- RT-390 AWP Execution Planning Guide
- RT-391 AI for AWP
- RT-392 Setting the Foundation for the CII Resource Concierge
- RT-394 CII Overarching Capital Efficiency Research
- RT-396 Business Case Analysis Guide for Industrial Modularization
- RT-400 Recognizing and Retaining Beneficial Changes from the Pandemic on the Workforce
- RT-401 Understanding the Mental Health Crisis in the Construction Industry
Projects Expected to Conclude in 2024
- RT-402 Revisiting and Streamlining Project Controls Methods and KPIs
- RT-403 Defining a Path for the Digital Transformation of the Capital Project Industry
- RT-405 Leveraging Culture and Behavior to Drive AWP Success
- RT-406 Addressing Current Barriers and Rethinking Quality Management for Capital Projects
- RT-CII-CPF-2021 Expanded Guides to Managing the Design Phase of Design-Build Projects
Projects Expected to Conclude in 2025
- RT-410 Evaluating the Implementation and Value of CII Best Practices (CII BP)
- RT-411 Addressing Decarbonization in the Construction of Capital Projects
- RT-412 A Refresh of CII’s Zero Accident Techniques (ZAT)
- RT-413 Guidelines for a Supplier Qualification Program to Improve Project Performance
- RT-414 Developing the Next Generation of Frontline Supervisors
- RT-415 A Review of International Data Standards for Project Management Systems
- RT-398 Phase 2 A Fit-for-Purpose Handbook for Effective Implementation of CII Best Practices
Future Projects
CII conducts an annual ideation process to identify future initiatives including research and development projects. We launch this process in the Spring Board of Advisors meeting. CII members get involved in generating, evaluating, and screening ideas to identify a set presented to the Board of Advisors at the Fall Board meeting. You can see a collection of ideas from the 2023-24 idea generation process here.
