A fundamental question of construction executives is when and where will our company’s materials be used.

Analysis that applies the RSMeans building type cost models has been developed to project usage of construction materials for the “exterior building envelope”. There are eighty RSMeans costs models applicable to commercial and residential construction including schools, community buildings, office, day care centers, parking garages, etc. Recent studies include models for educational furniture, ceiling tiles and flooring.

Use this type of analysis to:

• Design a vertical marketing strategy based upon usage of products