Introduction
‘Schedule’ is traditionally known as a very specific document type in the AEC Industry. In addition to serving as the primary interface for viewing materials and products used in a Project or Firm Library, Acelab Schedules generates documentation that are often used throughout the design process. Helpful features such as Default Fields, Views, Filter, Share, and more, makes Schedules a flexible tool that improves internal and external team collaboration, centralizing knowledge. Learn more about the variety of features here.
The list below captures the types of documents that you can create using Schedules.
Use Cases for Schedule
1. Material Schedule
What it is: A comprehensive list of products and materials needed for a project. In Acelab, you can create separate lists based on Product Categories.
Why it's useful: Helps in procurement, budgeting, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. You can share this list with your team members and your General Contractor or other consultants.
Some Default Fields to include, but not limited to:
Description
Material
Type
Dimension (Length, Width, Thickness)
Reps
Some Custom Fields to include, but not limited to:
Quantity
Suppliers
Costs
Delivery dates
2. Door Schedule
What it is: A list of all doors with their specifications.
Why it's useful: Guides ordering and installation of doors. Share this with your team and General Contractor.
Some Default Fields to include, but not limited to:
Description
Material
Type
Size (Length, Width, Thickness)
Fire Rating
Reps
Some Custom Fields to include, but not limited to:
Door numbers
Hardware sets
Quantity
3. Window Schedule
What it is: A list of all windows with their specifications.
Why it's useful: Facilitates ordering and installation of windows. Share this with your team and General Contractor.
Some Default Fields to include, but not limited to:
Description
Material
Type
Size (Length, Width, Thickness)
Fire Rating
Reps
Some Custom Fields to include, but not limited to:
Window numbers
Glazing specifications
Door numbers
Hardware sets
Quantity
4. Request for Information (RFI) Tracker
What it is: A log of questions and clarifications needed during the design and construction. In Acelab, you can create separate RFI Trackers based on Product Categories.
Why it's useful: Facilitates clear communication and problem-solving. Share this with your team and General Contractor.
Some Default Fields to include, but not limited to:
Description
Material
Type
Dimension/Size (Length, Width, Thickness)
Reps
Some Custom Fields to include, but not limited to:
Status
Quantity
RFI numbers
Questions
Date issued
Date responded
5. Change Order Log
What it is: A record of modifications to the original contract. In Acelab, you can create separate Change Order logs based on Product Categories.
Why it's useful: Manages project scope, budget, and timeline changes. Invite your General Contractor and Client to the project, or share a link to the logs with them.
Some Default Fields to include, but not limited to:
Description
Material
Type
Dimension/Size (Length, Width, Thickness)
Reps
Some Custom Fields to include, but not limited to:
Approval status
Change order numbers
Costs
Quantity
Questions/Notes
Date issued
Date responded
6. Sustainability Checklist
What it is: A list of features contributing to a building's environmental performance. In Acelab, you can create separate checklists based on Product Categories.
💡If you are preparing this checklist to adhere to an organization’s Standard, such as LEED or Green Globes Material Reporting, refer to the organization’s requirements and use a combination of Default Fields and Custom Fields to create the list.
Why it's useful: Helps meet green building standards and certifications. Invite your Sustainability Consultant and/or Engineers to the project, or share a link to the logs with them.
Some Default Fields to include, but not limited to:
Description
Material
Type
Dimension/Size (Length, Width, Thickness)
Reps
Certification
R-value/U-value
Some Custom Fields to include, but not limited to:
Status
Sustainable features
Energy efficiency targets
Costs
Quantity
Questions/Notes
Date issued
Date responded
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