The Division 28 Blueprint

Stop "Muddling Through" and Start Mastering the Most Complex Discipline in ICT Design.

Division 28 is the "Wild West" of the engineering and consulting world. While there is no shortage of manuals for structured cabling or telecom infrastructure, the shelf is notoriously empty when it comes to a practical playbook for Access Control, Video Surveillance, and Intrusion Detection. Most ICT designers and RCDDs are forced to figure it out as they go, often realizing they've made a costly coordination error only when the contractor sends an RFI during construction. The Division 28 Blueprint changes that reality, providing the first comprehensive, phase-by-phase project delivery system designed specifically for security professionals.

A Step-by-Step Field Manual for Professional Results

Written by Norm Lanum, RCDD, this book moves beyond technical theory to answer the one question that matters most when a new project lands on your desk: "What do I actually do next?" Whether you are a seasoned consultant or a Division 27 designer stepping into the security realm for the first time, this guide provides a repeatable framework to ensure your designs are clean, coordinated, and buildable.

Inside, you will discover:

• The "Integration Quarterback" Strategy: How to manage the critical flow of information between architects, electrical engineers, IT teams, and owners.


• Phase-Based Execution: Specific milestones for Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), and Construction Documents (CD) so you never miss a deadline or a detail.


• The Bid-Phase Defense: How to write enforceable CSI three-part specifications that protect your design intent from "value engineering" and cheap substitutions.


• Actionable Checklists: Pro-level tools you can use on live projects today to catch common errors in device placement, power requirements, and network integration.


• Construction Administration & Closeout: Expert guidance on reviewing submittals, managing punch lists, and ensuring a successful system commissioning.

Protect Your Reputation and Your Bottom Line

In the AEC industry, a single uncoordinated door hardware set or a missed power drop can lead to thousands of dollars in change orders and professional liability. This book teaches you how to build a "paper trail of protection" into your process, ensuring that your projects are delivered on time and within scope. From IP network coordination to acceptance testing protocols, you will learn how to produce professional-grade documentation that stands up to the rigors of the job site.

Don't leave your next security project to chance-order your copy of The Division 28 Blueprint today and deliver with confidence.