In his ongoing contribution to Healthcare Building Ideas' blog, DPR's Gerry DeWulf explores the Integrated Project Delivery method in "Enhancing Project Results though an IPD Approach."

Whether a formal IPD contract is in place or not, IPD principles can be used to get the team on the same page and deliver great results for the owner.

With these principles in place, decisions can be made quickly in order to do what's best for the project. However, innovation and commitment are necessary in order to make this happen.