Project Development & Specification

Basis of Design Tracking

Early Design Intent Visibility for Construction Projects

Basis of Design Tracking is a Baucore function that records and monitors initial basis-of-design decisions to keep early design intent visible throughout the project lifecycle.

the problem

Challenges

Early design intent is often communicated verbally or informally and gets lost as projects evolve through multiple phases. When the original basis of design is no longer visible, deviations happen late — often when it is already difficult to react.

Sales teams struggle with

No clear record of initial design intent

Late discovery of design changes

Difficulty defending original specifications

Increased substitution risk

The result is reduced influence, reactive sales behavior, and lost opportunities.

the SOLUTION

What Basis of Design Tracking Does

Basis of Design Tracking captures early design intent and keeps it visible as the project progresses. It provides continuity between early planning and later execution stages.

Showcase

See it in action

Core Capabilities

Key Features

Design intent documentation

Records initial basis-of-design decisions

Change visibility

Tracks when and how design intent changes.

Historical context

Preserves original decisions alongside later updates.

HOW IT WORKS

Overview

Basis-of-design decisions are recorded early

Changes are tracked over time

Deviations remain visible within the project context

Value for Sales teams

Tangible results

Protected early specification influence

Better anticipation of changes

Clear design context in later phases

Stronger position during substitutions

Who This Is For

Use Cases

Manufacturers and rep agencies involved early in project design

Teams supporting architects and planners

faq

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Basis of Design Tracking in Baucore?

It is a function that records and tracks early design intent across the project lifecycle.

Does it prevent design changes?

No. It makes changes visible so teams can respond early.

Who benefits most?

Teams relying on early design and specification influence.

See Basis of Design Tracking in Action

Learn how Basis of Design Tracking supports long-term specification control in Baucore.