Dispute Avoidance & Strategy
Preserve Your Project’s Momentum.
In an industry where only 25% of projects meet their milestones, proactive risk management is a core requirement for success. Our Dispute Avoidance services are designed to instill certainty and maintain project velocity from day one.
Document with Anticipation
We operate on the principle that the best defense against future claims is a robust, contemporaneous record. We help clients implement systems for clear cost coding of extra work and comprehensive documentation that replaces ambiguity with objective fact.
Our Specialized Services
DRB Implementation
We assist in the formation of DRBs and serve as expert neutral members, providing real-time guidance to resolve issues before they escalate, consistent with DRBF and AAA/ICDR procedures. This includes drafting the essential Three-Party Agreement that governs the Board’s operation.
Risk & Alignment Workshops
We facilitate early-stage meetings to identify potential conflicts and align stakeholder expectations, including reviewing key risk-shifting and flow-through provisions within standard industry contracts.
Project Neutral & Partnering
We provide a continuous presence throughout the project lifecycle. By attending key progress meetings and offering on-call advisory opinions, we help the team navigate emergent issues in real time. This sustained engagement maintains the initial collaborative alignment and resolves conflicts before they can impact the project’s critical path.
“Projects utilizing a Dispute Resolution Board have a success rate of over 98% in resolving issues before they escalate to arbitration or litigation.”
Dispute Resolution Board Foundation
The Woldhurst Advantage
Move beyond reactive problem-solving. Implement proven dispute avoidance frameworks that protect your schedule, budget, and business relationships.
Build with Certainty. Resolve with Clarity.
Our expertise ensures your project is protected at every stage. Contact us to learn how we can help you secure your project’s success.