Asite has joined the Construction Industry Institute (CII) based out of the University of Texas in Austin. The CII is a consortium made up of over 140 leading owner, engineering-contractor and supplier firms from both the public and private sectors, brought together to enhance the business effectiveness and sustainability of the capital facility life cycle through CII research, related initiatives and industry alliances. “For over 30 years, CII has been working to apply research and best practices to create positive change in the industry,” said Chris Peters, Asite senior vice president of North America. “Here at Asite, we are thrilled to be joining the CII and become part of this effort to identify opportunities and invoke true change.” The CII creates competitive global market advantages for its members through its research-based and member-driven creation of knowledge and CII best practices. Working with the CII will help provide Asite with a decisive industry edge and provide the company with access to leading academics, identifying the most significant opportunities for industry improvement. “We are delighted to join the Construction Industry Institute (CII) based here in Texas. Our membership with CII is a perfect fit for Asite as we share the value of working collaboratively to develop the innovative solutions that will, ultimately, drive our industry forward,” said Gene Brieck, Asite vice president of sales for North America. “Working as an R&D research lab for capital projects, CII is consistently at the forefront of new industry developments, and we are excited to now be part of this team and that journey.