The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is set to deploy the Construction Management Platform (CMP), powered by Kahua, in 2027. This industry-standard, cloud-based system will replace the current Resident Management System (RMS) and establish a new standard of collaboration across USACE projects. As a commercial off-the-shelf system operating on a project-based model, CMP is designed to be a secure, adaptable, and user-friendly platform that meets the evolving needs of USACE, its project stakeholders, and our valued industry partners.
Benefits and Capabilities of CMP
CMP is more than just new software; it's a new way of working together. By uniting project delivery teams and industry partners within a single platform, USACE can create a more seamless, transparent, and efficient experience. Key benefits include:
- A Single Source of Truth, Eliminating Rework: CMP centralizes access to all project documents, including version-controlled drawings, specifications, requests for information (RFIs),
submittals, and BIM assets, ensuring everyone is working from the most current information.
- Improved Visibility Across the Project Lifecycle: The collaborative system allows for real-time insights into project status, approvals, and documentation history. This allows users to anticipate issues and make faster, data informed decisions.
- Standardized Workflows Configured for USACE: The platform is configured with standardized workflows for USACE projects, which will create consistency and reduce process variability across projects.
- Connect Field to Office (Mobile-Enabled): CMP’s mobile access allows field and office teams to view drawings, submit updates, and track issues in real-time, no matter where they are.
- Faster Reviews and Streamlined Communication: CMP automates the routing of RFIs, submittals, and other project records. It centralizes comments and streamlines the entire review process for quicker turnaround.
- Modern Collaboration and Visualization Tools: The platform supports in-browser Building Information Modeling (BIM) viewing, interactive dashboards, and centralized markup tools to enhance coordination and accelerate decision-making.
The Transition to CMP
The deployment will begin in January 2027 and will occur in six phases throughout the year. As part of this transition, required data for all fiscally active projects will be migrated by USACE from RMS to CMP, with minimal impact on project operations. Contractors will not be required to migrate their own data. Once a district is migrated to CMP, the RMS system for that district will no longer be accessible. The high-level timeline is illustrated as follows:
Our Commitment to a Seamless Adoption
To ensure our industry partners are fully prepared for this new platform, USACE will provide the following:
- Comprehensive Training: A full suite of training resources will be available, including virtual training sessions, videos, and quick-reference guides.
- Updated Specifications: The Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) will be updated to include detailed information on the use of CMP.
Looking Forward
USACE is confident CMP will strengthen partnerships and usher in a new era of efficiency and innovation in project delivery.