Elevating Project Efficiency : NTI & CPAC Modular
May 2025CPAC Use Common Data Environment to Achieve Greater Efficiency
Introduction
CPAC Modular is a leader in ensuring that projects are completed on time and on budget, not only through advanced technological tools but also by leveraging a robust, full-service in-house team. At CPAC, we bring together professional designers, specifiers, project managers, and experts in manufacturing and construction. This comprehensive team collaborates seamlessly from the initial design to the planning, offsite build, and final onsite assembly of projects. This integrated approach minimises the risk of delays and budget overruns by maintaining control over every aspect of the project lifecycle.
In addition to our skilled workforce, CPAC Modular utilises Autodesk Docs (within the Autodesk Build platform) as a Common Data Environment (CDE) to enhance collaboration and ensure real-time access to updated project information. According to Mark Whitehead, the Construction Director at CPAC, the adoption of Autodesk Build has been pivotal. "The use of Autodesk Build allows everyone to work with the same information, ensuring that the entire project is pulled together efficiently," he explains. By having a central CDE, all stakeholders have access to the correct and updated information, which aids in coordinating various aspects of the project and ultimately steering it toward the end goal within the designated timeframe.
Combining skilled human resources with cutting-edge technology, these strategies underline our commitment to delivering projects that meet our high-quality standards, timeliness, and budget control.
Customer Challenge
Before implementing Autodesk Build, CPAC faced challenges in ensuring all stakeholders had access to the most up-to-date project information. This lack of coordination resulted in confusion, delays, and rework, jeopardising both timelines and budgets. There was a need for a centralised platform to manage data and enable seamless collaboration across various teams involved in the project lifecycle.
Solution: Integrating Autodesk Build with NTI's Expertise
To address these challenges, NTI supported CPAC in integrating Autodesk Build, a comprehensive construction management software, into their workflow. Autodesk Build provided a Common Data Environment (CDE) that allowed CPAC to centralise all project-related data, ensuring that all stakeholders, from design teams to contractors, worked with real-time and accurate information.
Mark Whitehead, Construction Director at CPAC Modular, emphasised the importance of this transformation, stating,
"The use of Autodesk Build allows everyone to work with the same information, ensuring that the entire project is pulled together efficiently." This shift eliminated issues with outdated drawings, miscommunication, and rework, creating a streamlined process from design to onsite assembly.
Ensuring On-Time and On-Budget Project Delivery
CPAC's strategy to deliver projects on time and within budget goes beyond technology. Their in-house team includes skilled professionals such as designers, specifiers, project managers, and construction experts who collaborate across every phase of the project. This end-to-end approach minimises the risk of delays by maintaining control over each stage of the project lifecycle.
By using Autodesk Docs within the Autodesk Build platform as a CDE, CPAC has ensured that all team members can access accurate, up-to-date information at any time. This level of coordination helps CPAC achieve its goals of timeliness, quality, and cost control.
Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) in Practice: Terenure Presentation College
CPAC is known for its innovative use of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), which has been demonstrated in projects like the Terenure Presentation College. By adopting Design for Manufacture & Assembly (DFMA) principles early in the process, CPAC ensures that components are designed for efficient offsite assembly, improving construction speed and quality.
In collaboration with the client's design team, CPAC focuses on meeting stringent design and quality standards before production begins. This partnership is vital for achieving precision, sustainability, and client satisfaction, making CPAC a leader in MMC adoption.
Serving a Range of Industries with High-Quality Modular Solutions
CPAC Modular's expertise extends across multiple industries, providing tailored modular solutions for education, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and private businesses. Their ability to meet sector-specific demands with high-quality, sustainable, and efficient construction methods has positioned CPAC as a trusted partner in delivering custom-built spaces for a wide range of clients.
A Future of Digital Innovation and Quality Assurance
CPAC Modular's commitment to digital innovation is a key part of their success. The introduction of Autodesk Build has allowed CPAC to create digital twins of their projects, providing clients with a 3D Revit model of the structure before onsite construction begins. This visualisation tool enables clients to interact with the design, offering a detailed preview of the final product.
Mark Whitehead envisions a future where CPAC Modular will continue to deliver fast, efficient, and high-quality solutions for various sectors, including student accommodation, healthcare, and education. By leveraging advanced digital tools and maintaining strong client collaboration, CPAC aims to consistently provide exceptional value while meeting the highest standards in modular construction.
Conclusion
NTI's support in implementing Autodesk Build has been instrumental in transforming CPAC Modular's operations. With a centralised data environment, enhanced collaboration, and a focus on precision and efficiency, CPAC has significantly improved project delivery outcomes. Their ability to integrate technology and MMC practices ensures they remain a leader in the modular construction industry, consistently delivering projects that meet timelines, budgets, and quality expectations.
