ABSTRACT
No matter how good the information flow is if the team have not had sufficient time or lack understanding about the project this may increase the risk of variations being required. A variation can be originated by the employer, consultant or contractor and each can have financial and legal repercussions. In an ideal world there would be no variations but in a dynamic industry where most projects are prototypes there is bound to be a degree of change required. The important point for the building team is to be prepared for change, know how to handle it and to minimize its impact.
