Smart Cities Take Many Forms
ENR Construction
AUGUST 29, 2018
The road to digital cities that know and meet your needs may appear inviting, but before you go there, be sure you know the way.
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Will A Skilled Workers Shortage Impede Manufacturing Innovation?
Business Facilities
AUGUST 2, 2018
Workforce investments, not downsizing, are manufacturers' priority as plans for automation increase, according to new L.E.K. Consulting survey. - Read: Will A Skilled Workers Shortage Impede Manufacturing Innovation? at BusinessFacilities.com.
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The Financial Effects Of A Safe Workplace
FDR Safety
AUGUST 21, 2018
In my 35+ years of working in the safety industry, I have had one goal each day: Help individuals safely return home to their families. There is no greater benefit of safety than this. This doesn’t mean that it is the only benefit. In fact, safety can have quite the impact on all sides of business, particularly in the finance department. Here are the two main ways that workplace safety impacts a company’s finances: Direct Costs.
Commercial Construction Project Planning: 3 Warning Signs Your Budget Might Go Bust
HardHatChat
AUGUST 28, 2018
Budget is always a major consideration for our commercial construction clients, and as a general contractor we devote significant time to the budgeting process. While we do our best to provide budget estimates that are as accurate as possible, there are inevitably times when projects bids come in higher than the client expected, or that unanticipated costs push the job over-budget.
A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies
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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.
Grow Your Business with Cold-Weather Services
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 1, 2018
For many businesses in locations with moderate climates, winter is a season that brings fewer jobs and contracts. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Construction companies across the continent have started to discover that this perceived offseason holds a different set of opportunities. Some business owners have found that cold-weather services—like snow and ice removal—help maintain consistent cash flow throughout the year.
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To Retain Construction Employees, Provide Career Paths
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 15, 2018
In this busy construction market, contractors are always looking for ways to find more skilled workers to fill important roles on their teams. But amid the current construction labor shortage, finding those workers has been challenging (see our recent blog: Younger Professionals are Snubbing Construction Careers — What Your Firm can do to Change Their Minds ).
4 Reasons to Upgrade Your Construction Equipment
Constructonomics
AUGUST 28, 2018
The construction industry is comprised of numerous tools and equipment that are used for some heavy-duty work. Regular maintenance is necessary but you must also know when it is time to upgrade the equipment. Read on to know more. What Happens When Equipment Fails? Equipment is constantly being used in the construction business. This makes it critical that you inspect the construction equipment regularly so that they perform at their maximum potential every single time they are used.
How to Improve Your Marketing Skills in the Construction Industry
Construction Marketing
AUGUST 27, 2018
Sometimes the summer season is a time of reflection, and self-improvement. So how can you improve your marketing skills in the construction industry? We have 3 tips for improving your marketing skills : become a Construction Marketing Association (CMA) member; buy the book, Tools of the Trade–Modern Marketing for Construction Brands ; and get professional marketing certification!
Green Globes New Multifamily Rating Systems Respond to the Market
Green Building Law Update
AUGUST 26, 2018
On July 11 the Green Building Initiative launched the Green Globes Multifamily for New Construction and Green Globes Multifamily for Existing Buildings. While certainly there is a market in developers of newly constructed multifamily buildings, spending on multifamily construction was more than $61 Billion in 2017, being 18% of all new residential construction spending, up from just 7% in 1993; the sweet spot of these new green building rating systems is anyone looking for a green building disco
The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth
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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.
How to Build a Strong Contingency Plan for Hurricane Season
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 2, 2018
While it is not possible to fully predict when each hurricane will occur, contractors can prepare for all hurricanes with a documented and well-rehearsed contingency plan. Your guide to constructing a strong contingency plan for hurricane season.
Expansive Cement – Manufacture, Properties, Types and Uses
The Constructor
AUGUST 27, 2018
Expansive cement is special type of cement when mixed with water, which forms a paste that tends to increase in volume to a significantly greater.
Episode 5 – Building Towards a Safer Jobsite
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 21, 2018
A Viewpoint on Construction, Modern Takes on a Transforming Industry. Episode 5: Building Toward a Safer Jobsite. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, three people out of every 100 are injured every day on the job in construction. In this episode of A Viewpoint on Construction, we look at how the construction industry is tackling safety challenges head-on.
Safety Around Powerlines – Part II
FDR Safety
AUGUST 6, 2018
Working around energized equipment can be very hazardous, it is good to know these helpful tips to prevent yourself from becoming the path to ground electricity is always searching for. Overhead lines: On your own time, if you are going to be flying a kite, launching a sailboat, or using any tall farm equipment check to see if there are any overhead lines around you.
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.
Contractors expect more change in next 5 years than past 50
Construction Dive
AUGUST 22, 2018
Companies that believe "great change is imminent" are six times more likely to innovate, an AGC study titled "Managing Risk in the Digital Age" found.
Jury Awards Millions in Sustainable Hog Case
Green Building Law Update
AUGUST 5, 2018
Last week a jury in federal court awarded more than $470 million to six people who live from one-third of a mile to one mile away from a hog farm, run by Murphy Brown and affiliate of Smithfield Foods, in a rural patch of Pender County, North Carolina. The lawsuit is the third to go to verdict of more than two dozen cases pending in North Carolina. In April another federal jury award ten families in Bladen County $50 Million.
5 Ways to Stop Your Company’s Money Leaks & Blockages
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 1, 2018
Imagine your company as a funnel with a shut-off valve controlling the flow of profit output. A steady flow of sales volume enters the funnel in the form of revenue. The funnel absorbs and reduces the profit output by paying invoices for job costs and overhead expenses. In addition, leaks cause some money to flow out of the funnel. The leftover flow is net profit cash exiting the end of the funnel into your equity account.
Types of High-Rise Buildings Structural Systems
The Constructor
AUGUST 4, 2018
A multistory building higher than 21m or 21 to 29 floor buildings with unknown height described as high-rise structure. Various structural systems.
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.
State of the Construction Industry: August Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 30, 2018
As the end of the summer approaches, many contractors still find themselves busy with seasonal jobs and many face a backlog of work. We know it’s a hectic time for many of our customers. Even if you’re busy, we recommend taking a look at this month’s top headlines in construction news, especially since some pertain to seasonal safety and the industry’s labor market.
Construction technology startups set to transform the industry
Lets Build
AUGUST 1, 2018
Global construction is expected to reach a total value of $10 trillion in 2020. This number shows the great potential that the sector holds. It is no coincidence that construction technology startups and venture capitalists are lately investing heavily in the industry. The new report on the state of construction technology, published by JLL, proves.
Border wall prototypes not up to snuff, tests found
Construction Dive
AUGUST 24, 2018
U.S. Customs and Border Protection tests uncovered issues with the 2017 prototypes' constructability, engineering and aesthetics.
How To Create Effective Safety Signage
FDR Safety
AUGUST 29, 2018
There is good safety signage, bad safety signage and those that don’t tell you anything. An example of a “bad safety signage” is shown to the right. Notice the horrible placement and lack of context on the sign itself. Historically, the foundation for “good safety signage” contains symbols with few or no words, with the words or symbols being placed so they make sense to a person seeing the sign for the first time.
Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads
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Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.
How Has Your Leadership Developed in Managing New Generations?
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 1, 2018
Scott Julian. Chief Operations Officer. Lewis Builders Inc.
Wood as Construction Material – Types, Structure, Processing
The Constructor
AUGUST 28, 2018
Wood is one of the most used natural building materials in the world. A number of valuable properties such as low heat conductivity, small bulk.
Data Analytics vs Gut Feeling – A Discussion
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 7, 2018
Editor’s Note: This is part three of a series highlighting real customer stories shared during our Digital Contractor Roadshow events. Data Analytics vs Gut Feeling – A Discussion. Data analytics is a buzzword in the construction industry today. It seems most construction companies realize a need to make more informed decisions, backed by data. But there are challenges that arise when putting into place a strong analytics program to collect the data that matters.
Mission Critical at the Department of Defense now includes Climate
Green Building Law Update
AUGUST 19, 2018
On August 13 the President signed the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019. The $716 billion H.R. 5515, authorizes appropriations for the Department of Defense for procurement of everything from aircraft, missiles, ammunition, shipbuilding and space defense to military installation construction; and is arguably the most significant environmental legislation enacted anywhere this year.
How General Contractors Can Drive Growth Without Increasing Headcount
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For construction businesses, scaling operations means taking on greater workloads. Unfortunately, much of the responsibility of managing additional work falls on you and your finance team. Learn how you can navigate the increased complexity of managing more projects without adding headcount. We’re here to share insights into why technology is key to scaling your finance operations.
Unpacking BIM: How contractors can reap the rewards of a digital workflow
Construction Dive
AUGUST 29, 2018
BIM isn't a turnkey solution, a Yates executive says, but there's potential payoff for contractors that coordinate all the people, software and processes involved.
Good Safety Signage
FDR Safety
AUGUST 29, 2018
There are good safety signs, bad safety signs and those that don’t tell you anything. An example of a “bad safety sign” is shown to the right. Notice the horrible placement and lack of context on the sign itself. Historically, the foundation for “good safety sign” contains symbols with few or no words, with the words or symbols being placed so they make sense to a person seeing the sign for the first time.
3 Main Ingredients in Colantonio Inc.’s Recipe for Success
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 14, 2018
As one of the largest industries worldwide, there is no shortage of great construction organizations outperforming year after year. However, there are a few companies that build a strong legacy of performance with a team that not only has created a superior culture, but also serves as a magnet in their market, geography and niches. The competition looks at these industry icons and often seeks to capture their “lightning in a bottle.
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