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How to Select Appropriate Head Protection for Construction Workers

Construction Business Owner

How to Select Appropriate Head Protection for Construction Workers ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 12:04 Construction has the highest number of fatal and nonfatal work-related traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Nonfatal TBIs are life-altering events, whereby 43% of patients treated for TBI did not attend ordinary work for five years after injury. 1 Helmets are the single most effective tool for prevention of head injury.

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FM Perspectives – Public Sector #124

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Public sector facilities management has not measurably improved for decades. The reason is simple. Lack of organizational development readiness. Despite the availability of integrated, collaborative, and robust frameworks that enable Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery teams to performs at signinficant higher levels with respect to cost visibility, cost management, quality, and speed, public sector FM suffers from an endemic lack of accountable, capable leadership.

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Creating Seamless Processes & Frictionless Collaboration

Construction Business Owner

Creating Seamless Processes & Frictionless Collaboration ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 09:27 Success on complex and sizable construction projects requires more than just hard work, cooperation and trust in your team. In today’s digitally charged work environment, leveraging technology as your catalyst toward greater profitability is seen as a necessity rather than a luxury.

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Florida construction workers say they’re denied water, rest, shade

Construction Dive

With a state law restricting local governments from mandating heat safety on the horizon, immigrant laborers say bosses refuse their calls for relief.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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Seeing the Big Picture & Setting Up a Company for Lasting Success

Construction Business Owner

Seeing the Big Picture & Setting Up a Company for Lasting Success ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 13:55 In 1979, McDonald’s launched its first Happy Meal, the Sony Walkman arrived on the music scene and CompuServe introduced a dial-up service for consumers — a precursor to today’s online world. During this time of creativity and innovation, Keith Kothmann founded Construction Cost Management (CCM) in Fort Worth, Texas.

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How to Drive Change When the Old Way Feels Just Right

Construction Business Owner

How to Drive Change When the Old Way Feels Just Right ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 12:44 Leadership’s charge can be referred to as “change for better results.” Leaders identify an aspect of their organization or business and understand that change must occur. Whether it is a process that isn’t working or a market that isn’t yielding results, something has to give.

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Commercial builders’ biggest concerns

Construction Dive

A new report on construction challenges suggests a gap between contractors’ awareness of risks and their readiness to mitigate them.

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The Pros & Cons of Fleets Going Green

Construction Business Owner

The Pros & Cons of Fleets Going Green ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 12:24 Sustainability within the construction industry can encompass everything from project design, build and waste removal, to what materials and fleet assets are used. A significant amount of focus around sustainability is on electrification of both vehicles and equipment, but to build a solid sustainability strategy, it’s imperative to also consider other aspects — such as the efficacy of green materials — and gain a clear

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JT Magen completes Wayfair’s first physical store, near Chicago

Construction Dive

The online retailer’s 150,000-square-foot showroom in Wilmette, Illinois, was a gut renovation of a former department store.

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The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth

Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.

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How to Embrace Tech & Realize True Digital Workflows

Construction Business Owner

How to Embrace Tech & Realize True Digital Workflows ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 09:47 We as an industry have reached a tipping point when it comes to technology and its value across the construction workflow and beyond. In years past, construction and survey firms have invested in a tool or technique to improve a task with great success. For instance, many now use a total station because it’s far more efficient than using string and tape.

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GISI Adds Program Manager Gafcon to Its Collection of Companies

ENR Construction

The acquisition puts Gafcon under the same corporate roof as STO Building Group.

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Establishing Who’s Who in Your Fall Protection Program

Construction Business Owner

Establishing Who’s Who in Your Fall Protection Program ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 10:14 The importance of fall protection training cannot be understated. Falls are a leading cause of injury and death for construction and general industry workers. Nearly two to three workers die every day from falling from heights, and most of those deaths occur at a height of 20 feet or less.

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US Treasury Proposes New 'Tech-Neutral' Clean Energy Project Tax Credits

ENR Construction

Projects coming online as soon as 2025 can qualify for credits, including some using traditional fossil fuel, with gains added for prevailing wages, apprenticeship, domestic content, and energy community location.

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How Poor Planning and Budgeting Lead to Construction Cost Overruns

Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning directly impact construction project outcomes. Inaccurate projections lead to cost overruns and delays. This guide outlines best practices for financial discipline, including forecasting methodologies, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. Industry leaders recognize that precise financial control is essential for profitability and project stability.

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Commit to a Culture of Safety

Construction Business Owner

Commit to a Culture of Safety ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 10:41 The risk of injury is always present in construction. When it comes to safety, there’s always room to improve. Whether you lead a large or midsized construction business or work as a contractor with a small, trusted team, you have the power to improve the safety of your operations and how you involve each individual on your team.

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5 Essential Financial Management Tips for Small Construction Companies

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Source: Pexels Managing finances effectively is essential for success in any business, but especially so for small construction companies.

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Ready Your Workforce for the Coming Winter

Construction Business Owner

Ready Your Workforce for the Coming Winter ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 10:58 The best time to think about cold stress safety isn’t when it’s about to snow — it’s when it’s still warm out. Cold stress happens when skin temperature and internal body temperature drops. If the body can’t warm itself, the stress can lead to serious illnesses and injuries.

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Mountain States Names Saunders, Haskell 2024 Contractors of the Year

ENR Construction

ENR regional editors select two top-performing firms for this year's award

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Understanding the Diverse Range of Compact Loaders on the Market

Construction Business Owner

Understanding the Diverse Range of Compact Loaders on the Market ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 11:09 Today’s construction contractors have unprecedented options when it comes to selecting a new compact loader for their fleet. An impressive variety of sizes, options, features, benefits and attachment choices are available to fit any number of conceivable tasks and jobsite needs.

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AI & ADCMS: Clarifying Compensable Delays

ENR Construction

When you add the emerging capabilities of AI and the ability of AI tools to quickly process vast sums of information, the ability to leverage good documentation into a more effective project management process increases tenfold.

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Top 3 Trends in Supply Chain Management

Construction Business Owner

Top 3 Trends in Supply Chain Management ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 11:16 Rapid technological advances are transforming the way the world does business. In no segment of the world economy is this more evident than the arena of supply chain management. Traditionally, supply chains have been managed by people using spreadsheets to track materials around the globe — but new technology makes it easier than ever to make sure the goods produced are tracked from origin point to end user with remarkable

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Stewarding The Taxpayers Dollar: Are you doing the best you can?

ENR Construction

At the end of the day, whether you are a business out to make a profit, or an agency managing tax dollar-fueled budgets, the end game is still the same; just how much bang are you getting for your buck?

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How AI is Reshaping Construction: Insights from Industry Experts

Construction firms embracing AI are outperforming the competition. This exclusive guide unpacks the impact of AI-driven analytics, automation, and predictive insights on project management, risk reduction, and workforce transformation. Discover how AI enhances real-time decision-making, optimizes labor and materials, and ensures projects stay on schedule and budget.

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Fortifying America With Seismic Infrastructure Upgrades

Construction Business Owner

Fortifying America With Seismic Infrastructure Upgrades ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 09:20 Damage repairs from earthquakes in the U.S. typically cost taxpayers nearly $15 billion a year. Considering that, funding to stabilize or prevent as much damage as possible is a good and prudent effort. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and a recent geological survey, the cost of post-earthquake repair can be as much as three times higher than the cost of investing in earthquake-re

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AI Impacts and the Importance of Advanced Digital Construction Management Systems

ENR Construction

Many organizations continue to work toward data driven decision-making and leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) - but the first step is data governance and quality control via digital construction management systems.

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Back Office Best Practices

Construction Business Owner

Back Office Best Practices Embracing technology in the back office promotes collaboration, streamlines processes and allows for real-time visibility. mhodges Thu, 05/30/2024 - 10:00 Embracing technology in the back office promotes collaboration, streamlines processes and allows for real-time visibility. Cloud-based platforms enable teams to access information remotely, fostering agility as businesses operate across locations and job sites.

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Solid Earth Civil Constructors Saves $50,000 on Their First Project with Bluebeam Revu

ENR Construction

An ultimatum from a large potential client pushed Solid Earth Civil Constructors to purchase, adopt and use Bluebeam® Revu® for digital estimation and bid submission.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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PC Joins Bernstein Shur Women in Construction Event

PC Construction

Last week I joined fellow employee-owners Melanie Hurrell and Natalie Boor at Bernstein Shur’s 9 th Annual Women in Construction event in Falmouth, Maine. Berstein Shur is a female-led, New England-based law firm that practices around the world in multiple industries, with construction being one of them. Continued engagement within the construction industry is valuable to the growth of PC and the entire construction community, and this event did not disappoint.

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6 Bluebeam Features Perfect for Steel Professionals

ENR Construction

The people who work to procure and supply steel for construction projects spend a lot of time in the pre-construction phase tabulating the amount of the material the project will require based off plan documents, along with the estimated cost.

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Real-Time Collaborative Review With Bluebeam Studio Results in Critical Schedule Savings for DPR Construction

ENR Construction

From Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), DPR Construction is committed to innovation within construction.