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CSI Faces Growing Pushback Over New Standards Licensing Model

Contractors, architects and manufacturers are raising concerns over a proposed subscription-based licensing model that could alter access to MasterFormat and other widely used construction standards.

Lindsay Lewis

May 29, 2026

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The construction industry is facing mounting backlash over a controversial licensing and software initiative tied to the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and its widely used classification systems, including MasterFormat, UniFormat and OmniClass.

Architects, Contractors Unite to Strengthen Collaboration and Improve Project Outcomes

New AIA-AGC framework highlights best practices for communication, risk management and team performance.

Lindsay Lewis

May 27, 2026

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The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and the American Institute of Architects released a new joint framework aimed at strengthening collaboration between architects and contractors to improve project outcomes across the construction industry.

Bluebeam Launches AI-Powered Capabilities for AEC Teams

Now available to all customers globally, giving AEC teams the option to upgrade to a premium subscription that delivers AI-powered automation.

Lindsay Lewis

May 20, 2026

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Bluebeam announced that Bluebeam Max is now available to all customers globally, giving AEC teams the option to upgrade to a premium subscription that delivers AI-powered automation and next generation review tools.

IIBEC Announces 2026–2027 Board of Directors

IIBEC President Chris Dawkins, PE, passed the president’s gavel to new IIBEC President Jennifer Hogan, REWC, CBECxP, RRO, LEED AP, Certified Passive House Consultant

Lindsay Lewis

March 20, 2026

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The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants on March 15 announced the results of its recent board and officer elections.

Benjamin Scales: From Jobsite Tools to Courtroom Expertise

Not your typical building enclosure consultant

Lindsay Lewis

January 30, 2026

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When you meet Benjamin Scales, you quickly realize he’s not your typical building enclosure consultant. With more than 22 years of experience, Benjamin’s career has been a steady climb through nearly every corner of the industry.

If Walls Could Talk

What to Expect at IIBEC 2025

Jill Bloom

Lindsay Lewis

February 17, 2025

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IIBEC’s Convention & Trade Show is coming up March 6-9, in Orlando, Fla. Recently, W&C’s Group Publisher Jill Bloom sat down with IIBEC’s EVP and CEO Brian Pallasch to highlight what attendees can expect to see at this year’s show.

Warning Signs to Look for in High-Rise Concrete Structures

Lindsay Lewis

September 19, 2021

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While the cause of the collapse of the Champlain Towers South in Surfside, Fla. has yet to be determined, the question of safety, building codes, concrete and high-rise structures has been the topic of discussion as of late, and likely will be for some time to come.