WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to provide members with greater access to cutting edge decision making tools for their practice, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced an agreement with Reed Construction Data to become the first company under the new Strategic Partnership Program. This initiative will be limited to eight companies that closely align with the Institute's strategic initiatives and mission. These select companies will be able to demonstrate how their products and services can better support the more than 80,000 AIA members.

"Reed Construction Data is a widely known leader in data and information systems for the design and construction industry, and it serves as an important endorsement that they recognize the value of this comprehensive opportunity," said AIA EVP/CEO Christine McEntee. "We anticipate that this partnership will help the AIA deliver greater value to our members through access to Reed's valuable products and services."

Reed Construction Data CEO, Iain Melville, added, "This is a significant step for Reed Construction Data and an exciting time of change and development for the company. By entering this partnership with the AIA, Reed positions itself at the forefront of the adoption of Building Information Modeling technology and integrated data solutions for the practice of Architecture."

The AIA and Reed plan to release more information regarding their partnership at the upcoming AIA National Convention in Boston, May 15-17.

About The American Institute of Architects

For over 150 years, members of The American Institute of Architects have worked with each other and their communities to create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings and cityscapes. AIA members have access to the right people, knowledge, and tools to create better design, and through such resources and access, they help clients and communities make their visions real. www.aia.org

About Reed Construction Data

A division of Reed Business Information, Reed Construction Data is a leading North American provider of construction information through a diverse portfolio of innovative products and services. Reed offers its customers construction project leads, building product information, construction costs, market analytics and construction news through a suite of online and print references -- all valuable resources for architects, engineers, contractors, manufacturers, distributors and other professionals in the construction industry. For more information, visit www.reedconstructiondata.com or call 877-REED411.

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