December, 2020

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How Better Construction Project Management Projections Can Boost Your Bottom Line

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Learn best practices for construction project management projections.

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10 helpful tips for construction managers

Lets Build

Finishing homework in school was always an achievement. Be it an hour before school started or a day before the holidays ended. Finishing a project is an achievement on its own. This feeling goes on till the end though. When it comes to a construction project, the feeling amplifies. Architects, construction managers, or contractors are passionate people who work tirelessly to bring ambitious plans to reality and contribute to society in their own way.

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13 Construction Technology Trends to Watch

Construction Business Owner

13 Construction Technology Trends to Watch. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 12/09/2020 - 05:20. The world’s rapid transformation from manual processes to digital technologies is empowering the industry. Construction companies are now provided with unprecedented levels of transparency, choice and convenience. With enhanced capabilities, there is an increased demand for higher quality, greater safety and timely completion of projects.

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How to Choose Water Pumps for Construction Sites?

The Constructor

Water pumps are commonly used on construction sites to remove excess water accumulated due to heavy rain or high water table. They primarily serve.

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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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We cannot rely on OSHA to enforce COVID-19 protocols.

FDR Safety

It’s December 2020 and the pandemic has worsened. There is no debating or denying that fact. Both the number of confirmed cases and deaths have skyrocketed in the past few weeks. While there is certainly reason for hope with vaccines on the horizon, there is no time to relax the compliance of COVID protocols on the job Unfortunately for workers, there is little hope of OSHA coming to their aid.

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Viewpoint’s Top Construction Blogs of 2020

Viewpoint Construction Technology

A look at the 12 most popular Viewpoint blogs of 2020.

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Top 10 Environmental Blog Posts of 2020

Green Building Law Update

As we look back at my most read blog posts in 2020, at a time when most of us have accepted that we will never go back to exactly the way things were, we are no doubt collectively ready for a new year, and I am incredibly excited about the prospects for environmental law. I am supremely confident that our longtime business philosophy of “environmental risk as an opportunity” is right for the times.

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3 Lessons From the West Virginia DOT on Developing a Drone Program

Construction Business Owner

3 Lessons From the West Virginia DOT on Developing a Drone Program. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 12/30/2020 - 10:02. State departments of transportation (DOTs) are responsible for building and maintaining critical infrastructure across the country and finding new and innovative ways to address the demands of future growth on the nation’s roads and bridges.

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What are the Important Types of Dewatering Equipment?

The Constructor

Dewatering equipment are used to perform dewatering on construction sites, which is defined as the process of separating water from another material.

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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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Adjusting During A Pandemic: Skepticism Abounds – It Can’t Happen to Me… or Can it? Part 2

FDR Safety

This blog utilizes research and data from a range of professional safety journals (i.e., Professional Safety) and research reports, and blends it with economic realities and common company leadership expectations. It is written as a series for those who are new to safety or have an expanded role within safety. It is meant to be easily digestible by reviewing one to two key points.

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RELATIONSHIP-BASED CONSTRUCTION PLANNING, PROCUREMENT, AND PROJECT DELIVERY

Job Order Contracting

RELATIONSHIP-BASED CONSTRUCTION PLANNING, PROCUREMENT, AND PROJECT DELIVERY is the only proven method to consistently drive best value outcomes. All of the tools and support services required are readily available to allow any owner with appropriate leadership skills and motivation to efficiently integrate disparate teams of people, process, information, and technology.

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Making Sense of Your Year-End Construction Business Processes — 2020 Edition

Viewpoint Construction Technology

It's the end of 2020. Are you ready for 2021? Get up to speed on Viewpoint's software year-end best practices.

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A LetsBuild Christmas story: Chapter one – Getting back control using APROPLAN

Lets Build

After a challenging year, not only for construction but for the entire world, Christmas is finally just around the corner. But before we say goodbye to 2020, we want to tell you a story. It’s a two-part story that involves construction sites, lots of hard work, a fair share of coding and plenty of optimism for the future. Yes, you’ve guessed it right!

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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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How to Seize Opportunities in Construction Post-COVID-19

Construction Business Owner

How to Seize Opportunities in Construction Post-COVID-19. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 12/17/2020 - 16:50. Does your company have a plan for growth in the post-pandemic construction industry? Here's how to make one that leverages technology and mitigates risk.

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Sunshine Skyway Bridge: A Unique Cable-Stayed Bridge in Florida

The Constructor

The Sunshine Skyway Bridge is one of the largest clear-span, stage-constructed concrete bridges in North America.

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Five Ways to Accelerate Construction

GCP Applied Technologies

Five Ways to Accelerate Construction. Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 12/09/2020 - 17:29. Effective strategies to stay on schedule in the COVID era & beyond. GCP Applied Technologies. December 09, 2020. Effective strategies to stay on schedule in the COVID era & beyond. From extreme weather to inadequate supply of workers, construction projects are prone to disruptions.

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CONNECT Construction with Best Value

Job Order Contracting

The consistent execution of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction activities on-time, and on-budget, remains elusive to most, yet is readily available to all. The key to obtaining best value construction outcomes for all participants and stakeholders is the adoption of a p rogram approach vs. a project approach involving robust LEAN integrated construction planning, procurement, and project delivery.

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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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Stop Leaving Cash on the Table: Reducing Construction Profit Fade

Viewpoint Construction Technology

In our most recent Take 15 webinar, we will reveal how modern software can help reduce profit fade.

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Insurance Industry Locations: Shaping The New World Of Insurance

Business Facilities

The Hartford Region is home to the headquarters of most of the leading global players in the insurance sector. The insurance industry generates more than $16 billion in output in the region, employing more than 70,000. - Read: Insurance Industry Locations: Shaping The New World Of Insurance at BusinessFacilities.com.

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An Examination of the Construction Underwriter's Outlook

Construction Business Owner

An Examination of the Construction Underwriter's Outlook. Elizabeth Manning. Mon, 12/14/2020 - 16:43. Learn what the construction surety underwriter is looking at in your business from 2020 and into 2021 when auditing your firm for surety and bonding purposes.

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8 Advanced Non-Destructive Testing Methods You Should Know About

The Constructor

It is important for nations to preserve historical monuments and conduct necessary repair and strengthening practices for their survival for the.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

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.

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Decarbonizing the Cement Industry

GCP Applied Technologies

Decarbonizing the Cement Industry. michael.delros…. Fri, 12/04/2020 - 15:48. Digital and chemical solutions enabling CO2 reduction. GCP Applied Technologies. December 04, 2020. Cement manufacture accounts for roughly seven percent of total man-made CO2 emissions. Today, cement and concrete producers are demanding more sustainable ways to produce these materials. .

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Why Projects Fail

Job Order Contracting

A great deal of research has been done one why projects fail. The primary causal factors are poor leadership and low organizational maturity. 9 4 percent of variations observed in workers’ performance levels have nothing to do with the workers. Instead, most of the performance variations are caused by the system, of which those people are but a part.

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How Viewpoint Analytics is Reshaping Construction Data

Viewpoint Construction Technology

As the construction industry continues to evolve, more and more contractors are turning to data analytic solutions like Viewpoint Analytics.

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ZMI Introduces Drone Capable of Lifting 1,000 Pounds

Construction Equipment

ZM Interactive (ZMI) announced the newest additions to its line of xFold drones, the xFold Dragon, capable of lifting up to 1,000 pounds, and the Dragon Hybrid, with a flight time of 1.5 hours on battery and more than eight hours with a hybrid system.

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How General Contractors Can Drive Growth Without Increasing Headcount

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.

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4 Steps to Creating a People-Focused Culture

Construction Business Owner

4 Steps to Creating a People-Focused Culture. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 12/15/2020 - 16:29. What your construction team can learn from a 102-year-old general contractor about building a strong company culture and an engaged workforce.

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Reflective Pavements: A Unique Pavement Strategy to Fight Climate Change

The Constructor

Pavements are one of the most abundant surfaces of the urban infrastructure. Though pavements have been viewed as detrimental to the fight against.

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Construction programme: How to see everything without getting buried in admin work

Lets Build

Construction work plans or programmes are the result of a series of documents aiming to manage and coordinate the activities previous and during the execution of the construction. Although the activities exhibited in the plan vary widely with the type of structure, in general, construction work programmes propose a specific order to carry out with a project.