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... While the traditional project approach placed greater emphases in the design phase, current approaches focus on thoroughly outlining the purpose and need, carefully defining the scope to considerable detail, and clearly outlining the front end of a project even before the feasibility assessment stage. More state DOTs are beginning to use Project Management Institute philosophies to deliver projects, balancing the quadruple constraints of a project (scope, schedule, budget, and quality)
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... The successes of high-performance teams, specialized function teams, and self-directed work teams support the finding that a team approach fosters accelerated project delivery. State DOTs have recognized that a supportive team environment drives project performance.
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... The Texas DOT has effectively used innovative contracting methods for project delivery and financing, including evergreen contracts and comprehensive development agreements. Utah involves and engages both the designer and contractor during project development to facilitate design and resolve potential constructability issues early on.
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