JOB FILES - Alden B. Dow

Every project has similar elements such as, client correspondence, costs, specifications, etc., that need to be discussed, processed and communicated. These elements are organized and categorized chronologically into “job files” or “text documents” and provide necessary information for the building and ordering process for each structure built.

Information not indicated on the drawings, for instance, the color of tile selected, the style of hardware, original furniture designed for the structure, invoices from vendors, etc.; all work together to create a complete picture or concept for construction. Depending on the scale, scope and/or length of the project, each structure may have multiple files or boxes of information to review.

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