As a project manager looking at cost management, what always seems to happen is the accumulation of sundry materials costs that have some how slipped through the net. The cost of day to day small items that have a huge impact on progress if you have not prepared the materials procurement process to fall in line with the delivery schedule. You will end up with site management and site supervisors making local purchases to ensure the installation process is not disrupted. This leads to poor decision making on supply chain and also the lack of availability of materials due to the wholesale sector not carrying the stock that you need. If you are self delivering you will have scheduling issues with labour and this will result in lost time on the coal face. We often don’t have the time to look at the minutiae of the process, nor the experience to think past the bill of quantities derived from the design. So get early engagement with the supply chain and use their expertise to help you understand what you will need and when. If you’re installing cables in ducting or using transit ways to access buildings and you want some help, give us at AC Cable Solutions a call and we will help. Our team has the experience and expertise to assist you in compiling your installation bill of quants and how to price it accordingly. Call 0161 806 1666 or email barry@accablesolutions.com