May 2013
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formation and change orders which all can negate
timely, efficient, cost effective fulfillment of the job
at hand.
To be sure, design-build provides a very differ-
entiated system of delivery, which relies on a differ-
ent type of skill-set and service process than tradi-
tional models.
Fortunately, the DBIA also serves as a reposi-
tory of all best practices related to design-build.
The Institute is also tasked in the conducting of
workshops and training, as well as the credential-
ing of practitioners who are increasingly seeking
this certification to not only distinguish their oper-
ational expertise, but impart greater service to their
customers. The DBIA also annually pays honor to
the practitioners and project leaders whose efforts
in industry help showcase the elevation of services
and structural achievements which can be realized
through this dynamic delivery system.
For Online information about the Design-Build
Institute of America or how to secure Design-Build
Certification, visit
