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How to Manage RFIs Effectively on Construction Projects
AECify TeamOctober 20, 20251 min read
A request for information (RFI) is one of the most important communication tools on a project site. This placeholder article outlines habits that help you manage RFIs before they turn into schedule risk.
Clarify the question before you send
Good RFIs name the location, the drawing or spec reference, and the decision you need. Vague questions invite slow answers.
Route to the right reviewer
Set clear ownership for architect, engineer, and owner input. Automate notifications when a response is late.
Track status in one system
When RFIs sit in inboxes, nobody has the full picture. A single RFI log connected to the schedule keeps meetings shorter and decisions defensible.
Close the loop in the field
When answers arrive, make sure they reach supers and inspectors quickly. A closed RFI is only real when the field has acted on it.
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