STRATEGIC ALLIANCES Systems integrator important part of Norwood redevelopment By John Karman
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rojects with many complex IT systems are rarely hiccup-free. Often the main issue is that no single person is responsible for the integration of the various systems, resulting in long drawn out commissioning processes, disconnects among the various trades and sometimes last minute changes that are expensive. If someone is in charge, they’re gener-
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ally one of the suppliers that knows their system but is not well-versed in others. This is particularly true for stipulated sum or construction management procured projects, though not the case for the CapitalCare Norwood redevelopment in Edmonton. The project is a combination of new construction and renovation of the existing Angus McGugan Pavilion. Once complete, the facility will house 350
continuing and post-acute care beds and include out-patient services geared to better serving an aging population. EXPANDING CARE IN EDMONTON
In Canada, large and complex facilities with extensive healthcare technology systems are often procured using a public-private partnerships model. This means ownership and operation of these
