July, 2019

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6 Construction Voices on Moving to the Cloud

Viewpoint Construction Technology

More and more contractors are moving to the cloud; Hear their reasons why:

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How to Achieve an Injury-Free Jobsite

Construction Dive

The construction industry has begun to shift from reactive to proactive when it comes to safety performance. Still, with three construction-related fatalities happening every day, there still remains room for improvement.

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Top 5 Ways Active Construction Sites Should Prepare for Hurricane Season

Construction Business Owner

To help contractors combat as much risk as possible, Skanska U.S.A. Director of Environmental, Safety & Health, FL, Daimon Perez, offers his top five actions active construction sites should take far before the threat of a hurricane is present.

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Requirements of High Performance Concrete

The Constructor

High performance concrete (HPC) is produced in order to meet several requirements which are crucial for a successful construction of buildings in.

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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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3 Critical Questions to Ask Before Starting an Adaptive Reuse Commercial Construction Project

HardHatChat

This column from Chuck Taylor, Englewood Construction’s director of operations, was originally published by GlobeSt.com. An adaptive reuse construction project, such as the conversion of this former grocery store into Englewood’s headquarters in Lemont, Ill., involves extra planning and special considerations. While it’s always thrilling to create a new building, some of the most rewarding construction projects to work on involve the adaptive reuse of an existing property.

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The Impact of Technology on Construction Data

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Viewpoint and Dodge Data & Analytics teamed for an in-depth industry report on the power of data in construction.

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JOB ORDER CONTRACTING BASICS

Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting BASICS. A job order contract is awarded by public agency (including airports, mass transit, utilities…) multiple repair, renovation, or new construction jobs, provided (i) the jobs require similar experience and expertise, (ii) the nature of the work is clearly identified in the solicitation, and (iii) the contract is limited to a term of one year or when the cumulative total project fees reach the maximum authorized, whichever occurs first.

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Why Automation is a Do-or-Die Decision in Construction

Construction Business Owner

To an outsider, construction contracting probably seems like easy street right now. But there are two huge challenges facing the industry that are putting contractors in an unusual bind. .

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Seismic Dampers- Types, Working Mechanism, and Components

The Constructor

Damper systems are designed and manufactured to protect structural integrities, controlling structural damages, and prevent injuries to the residents.

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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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New AI-enabled technology quickly identifies bridge defects

Construction Dive

The system uses drones to cut the labor costs of bridge inspections by up to 70%, the developers say.

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How can we increase construction efficiency with BIM and data-driven design ?

Lets Build

The construction industry is facing a lot of challenges, as building projects are growing in size and complexity. At the same time, emerging innovations and advancements in technology are disrupting the industry. Virtual and augmented reality, Artificial intelligence (AI), IoT technologies, information management systems, and cloud-based platforms are a few game-changing technologies.

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Winning with Safety

Viewpoint Construction Technology

How Encore Electric developed a Culture of Safety Excellence and was named the safest construction company in America.

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The Importance of Prevailing Wage Rates to Owners, Builders, and AE’s

Job Order Contracting

Understanding and having access to current, actionable, prevailing wage rates for your area… AND associated locally researched unit price book (UPB) with detailed line item cost data is CRITICAL to REAL PROPERTY OWNERS, BUILDERS, aAE’s, and Oversight Groups. Sure, depending up subcontractor and contractor quotes may be traditional, but that doesn’t mean it’s in the best interest of anyone if this is the exclusive source of cost data.

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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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3 Cybersecurity Best Practices for Safer Software Use

Construction Business Owner

As is the case with adopting connected technology anywhere—the downside is the introduction of cybersecurity risks. The following are some best practices construction companies should employ to maintain their security posture. . .

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12 Factors Influencing Bearing Capacity of Soils

The Constructor

The bearing capacity of soil is influenced by many factors for instance soil strength, foundation width and depth, soil weight and surcharge, and.

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The top 10 commercial construction companies

Construction Dive

Here's the lowdown on the biggest players in the industry and the large-scale projects they are constructing.

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Add briefcase to your phone's home screen

GCP Applied Technologies

Add briefcase to your phone's home screen. michael.delros…. Wed, 07/17/2019 - 20:08. GCP Applied Technologies. July 17, 2019. Add briefcase to your iPhone/iPad/iOS device. Launch Safari browser on Apple’s iOS. Navigate to gcpat.com/briefcase. Tap the Share button on the browser’s toolbar. Select 'Add to Home Screen' option. Name your new icon 'briefcase.'.

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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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5 Key Construction HR Management Issues — And How Technology Can Help

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Managing human resources in construction can bring a series of complex challenges. But modern technologies are simplifying the processes.

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Job Order Contracting – Review of Best Management Practices 2019

Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting: Everything Owners and Builders Need to Know. Job order contracting is neither difficult to understand, nor costly to practice, yet is virtually assures the consistent delivery of quality, on-time, on-budget repair, renovation, and new construction projects…if designed, deployed, and managed correctly. Of course, the question remains… why don’t more real property owners and facilities management teams leverage the benefits of job order contracting?

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How to Create the Future Leaders of Your Company

Construction Business Owner

Companies that really invest in their employees often tend to make more money, win better contracts, and have less trouble finding and retaining great talent. Find out how to make the investment that offers the biggest ROI here. . .

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Floating Columns in Building Structures – Need and Uses

The Constructor

A column is a vertical member which transfers the loads from beam to foundation whereas a floating column is a vertical member which transfers 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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Report: 60% of US construction activity concentrated in 10 states

Construction Dive

Of the more than 11,200 U.S. projects GlobalData tracks, California by far leads with $524.6 billion in the works, followed by Texas, New York and Florida.

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7 reasons that cause construction project delays

Lets Build

Regardless of your role in construction, you’ll have noticed that almost all the construction projects don’t finish in their contractual finish date. In fact, a delayed project has become a very normal thing to witness and at a certain point, it almost feels like it’s an unavoidable outcome. However, delays in most construction projects delay could.

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Challenging Construction Cultures to Think Differently

Viewpoint Construction Technology

How contractors can achieve behavioral change and succeed with any improvement initiative or implementation project.

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Job Order Contracting Review Best Management Practices 2019

Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting: Everything Owners and Builders Need to Know. Job order contracting is neither difficult to understand, nor costly to practice, yet is virtually it assures the consistent delivery of quality, on-time, on-budget repair, renovation, and new construction projects…if the JOC Program is designed, deployed, and managed correctly.

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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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How Your Construction Business Can Thrive in a Difficult Economic Climate

Construction Business Owner

Unpredictable economic conditions, unstable global trade and new, rival businesses all mean traditional contractors are finding it more difficult to stand out in a competitive construction market. But construction businesses can not only weather this storm, they can thrive in it—by embracing new business models, tools and technologies that will also future-proof their business.

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Difference Between Reinforced Concrete (RC) and Steel Structures

The Constructor

Reinforced concrete structures and steel structures follow a similar load transfer method but they differ in several factors like material,

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WSJ: Investors are pumping billions into construction technology

Construction Dive

This year's capital injections into contech have totaled more than $4 billion, putting 2019 on track to surpass last year's $6 billion.