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Redefining Construction Document Management

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Aside from the obvious issues of being wasteful and bad for the environment, reliance on paper can lead to a host of other pitfalls : • Paper documents run a high risk of getting lost or misplaced, especially in the field. Not to mention the space needed and additional costs to sort and archive paper documents.

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Common construction cost estimating problems

Job Order Contracting

Inadequate Risk Assessment: Not factoring in potential risks like weather delays, permit issues, or unforeseen complications can lead to significant cost overruns. Lack of Expertise: Inexperienced estimators may not have the necessary knowledge to accurately assess complex project requirements, leading to errors in calculations.

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Achilles Acquires GRMS: Supply Chain Risk Management Solutions

Safety Services Company

The supply chain industry is rapidly evolving, making effective supply chain risk management solutions more critical than ever. If youve been keeping an eye on recent industry developments, youve probably seen that Achilles Information Ltd recently acquired Global Risk Management Solutions (GRMS).

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Starting a Sound & Straightforward Safety Program

Construction Business Owner

With a well-documented safety plan, you can reduce costs and the risk of injury, sickness, equipment damage and other worksite issues. . With your day-to-day demands, it can be difficult to find time to review or enhance your business’s safety program.

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How Dash Cams Help Your Construction Company

Construction Business Owner

How Dash Cams Help Your Construction Company Because Hazards for Construction Companies Aren’t Just on the Jobsite mhodges Tue, 10/01/2024 - 15:26 In a typical group of employees who drive company vehicles, 15 to 20 percent of them will represent 80 percent of the risk.

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Inside the Advantages of Construction Management Software

Construction Business Owner

Construction management (CM) software allows for constant communication, documentation and collaboration, ensuring the project stays on track and on budget. Contractors can’t afford slowdowns or inefficiencies during a project.

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OSHA Issues Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19/Coronavirus

FDR Safety

The document, developed in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, provides practical guidance for preventing the spread of COVID-19, including safe work practices and appropriate protective equipment based on the level of risk.

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