05/06/2026
WASHINGTON –May 27, 2026 – The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) today released a new joint framework aimed at strengthening collaboration between architects and contractors to improve project outcomes across the construction industry. The report, Toward Collaboration’s Future: Strengthening the Architect-Contractor Relationship, outlines practical strategies to enhance communication, align incentives, manage risk, and foster stronger team performance from project conception through completion.
New AIA-AGC Framework Highlights Best Practices for Communication, Risk Management, and Team Performance