Reed Construction Data & Beck Technology Unveil Preview of Leading Edge Construction Industry Solution at AIA Show

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Los Angeles, CA (June 9, 2006) – Reed Construction Data and Beck Technology, LLC, a member of The Beck Group, unveiled today a preview of their leading edge solution for enhancing the early stage design communications between the owner/developer and the architect. The unveiling occurs during the American Institute of Architects National Convention attended by 20,000 members of the architecture, engineering and contractor community.

The DProfiler Modeler developed by Beck Technology and powered by RSMeans cost data provides the AEC community a technology platform to:

• Allow greater control over the design-build process.
• Produce better early stage project definition and more accurate budgets.
• Attack escalating costs of inefficiency and reduce owner’s risk.

Based on the 2005 FMI/CMAA Survey of Owners, the construction industry is in “a process of revolution where roles and methods are changing the way capital projects are delivered”. This solution addresses the primary concerns of owners responding to the survey and enables architects to reposition their products and services in the construction process.

“As a planning tool, DProfiler delivers! This powerful software solution will make the process of order of magnitude estimating obsolete. DProfiler’s intuitive drawing tools enable even the computer novice to generate smart design models that address aesthetic and financial properties of a potential project in real time. DProfiler combines the power of computer-aided 3D modeling with the intelligence of a room full of cost estimators and business planners into one, easy to use, software solution,” said Eric J. Kutche, MHA, MBA, AIA, of HMC Architects.

About RCD

Reed Construction Data is a leading worldwide provider of quality construction information products and services designed to advance the businesses of its customers with timely, accurate and actionable project, product, and cost data. Reed Construction Data collects, adds value to and distributes construction industry information through a suite of print and online references, including Reed Connect™, ACP, Reed Bulletin™, First Source®, RSMeans, Reed Starts, and BuildingTeamForecast.com—all valuable resources for architects, engineers, contractors, manufacturers, distributors and other professionals in the construction industry. Founded in 1975, Reed Construction Data is an active participant in the construction industry, partnering with its customers and industry associations to meet customer information needs. For more information, visitwww.reedconstructiondata.comor call 877-REED411.

Reed Construction Data is a division of Reed Business Information, a leading provider of critical information and marketing solutions to business professionals and a member of the Reed Elsevier Group plc (NYSE: RUK and ENL).

About Beck Technology, LLC

Beck Technology, LLC, a Beck Company, is the leading provider of virtual model based solutions for accurately, quickly and cost effectively defining project scope and budgets. Beck Technology solutions provide real-time cost analysis, with 3D visualization; enabling users to quickly estimate project costs, perform feasibility analysis, and generate building performance and design criteria. As a leader in development and distribution of software and services for the design and construction industry, Beck has revolutionized the industry by allowing owners and developers to explore any number of project options, while increasing the accuracy of the decision-making process. Beck Technology brings with it the expertise of nearly a century in the design and construction industry and is a pioneer in bringing the next generation of truly innovative technologies to the AEC industry.

The Beck Group is a 94 year-old integrated, full-service builder providing design, construction and development services. Headquartered in Dallas, The Beck Group maintains over 600 full-time employees working among a network of 13 offices across the United States and Mexico. The Beck Group has completed numerous high-profile projects, earning more than 500 design and construction awards. The American Institute of Architects | Dallas Chapter distinguished Beck as the first company to be named both Contractor and Architecture Firm of the Year in 2003. A year later, Beck was again bestowed with Architecture Firm of the Year honors by AIA Dallas, and was ranked fifth on Texas Construction Magazine’s “Top 125 Contractors.”

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