The following article by Elias Saltz, CSI, CCS takes a look at some of the challenges design decision makers face when attempting to identify and validate the massive amounts of information concerning construction products when authoring non visual elements of documentation. Reposted with permission, ISCS is delighted to share this thought provoking piece.
Evaluating Information Sources
Architects and specifiers alike face significant and continuous challenges when it comes to identifying and validating reliable information about construction products. Using an incorrect product for an application can lead to significant failure, and most seasoned architects have many a ‘war story’ about relying on a piece of information that turned out to be wrong. … Continue reading