10 Ways AI is Transforming the Construction Sector
The Constructor
JULY 19, 2021
Artificial intelligence is proving to help overcome major challenges faced by construction managers but it is still in the initial stages.
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9 Stories of Project Versatility
Construction Business Owner
JULY 19, 2021
9 Stories of Project Versatility. Alex Headley. Mon, 07/19/2021 - 07:30. Finding the right attachment to do a job better or more efficiently can give your company a competitive advantage. And you may be able to expand your company’s services by adding attachments to your fleet. The following are stories of entrepreneurs who have successfully used attachments to gain an edge over competitors. . 1.
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5 Ways to Master Construction Work-in-Progress Reporting
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 21, 2021
Want to better understand your construction projects' financial health? The secret is timely, accurate work-in-progress (WIP) reporting.
Phase l Environmental Site Assessment Standard Being Revised
Green Building Law Update
JULY 25, 2021
The Phase l Environmental Site Assessment Standard E1527-13 will sunset in late 2021, eight years from its approval on November 6, 2013. This is hugely significant because a Phase l Environmental Site Assessment is conducted in the vast majority of the 5.6 million commercial and industrial real estate transactions in the United States each year, so you need to be aware of the revised standard expected to be issued later this year.
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.
LEAN Facilities Repair and Renovation
Job Order Contracting
JULY 18, 2021
A LEAN Facilities Repair and Renovation approach drives optimal capital reinvestment outcomes via a collaborative environment and transparent costing. LEAN Facilities Repair and Renovation is a programmatic systems approach that integrates the planning, procurement, and project delivery process for public sector facilities owners and their design/builders.
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The A-to-Z of Building Your Dream Home
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JULY 29, 2021
On the surface, building a home might seem a product of physical labor and material expenditure. In reality, it entails much more than that. A home.
Qualified Candidates & Critical Skills
Construction Business Owner
JULY 12, 2021
Qualified Candidates & Critical Skills. Alex Headley. Mon, 07/12/2021 - 07:30. Unlike common workplace policies such as time and a half pay for overtime or mandatory family and medical leave, which are legally mandated, no federal or state laws or regulations require employers to have written job descriptions. As a result, some employers have never taken the time to create job descriptions.
Boosting Cybersecurity for Better Construction Management
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 8, 2021
How Viewpoint For Projects is helping UK contractors better control who gets access to vital project data, when and how.
Fireworks Cause Air Pollution But
Green Building Law Update
JULY 4, 2021
In a literally explosive example of the right balance between environmental protection and people’s desire to celebrate is no environmental regulation, despite that fireworks degrade air quality with particulate matter, in the United States society has decided that the pyrotechnic festivities must go, especially after many were cancelled in the pandemic last year.
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.
Actionable Construction Cost Data
Job Order Contracting
JULY 14, 2021
Actionable construction cost data is required to assure financial visibility and transparency and to create a detailed, well-communicated scope of work. The use of “national average” cost databases and “location factors” or “cost indexes” does not provide sufficient information to create reliable construction cost estimates.
Virginia Has Best Business Climate, Tech Talent Pipeline
Business Facilities
JULY 27, 2021
Virginia has Best Business Climate, also tops in Tech Talent Pipeline and Cybersecurity Leaders; Texas leads new Semiconductors ranking in Business Facilities' 17th Annual Rankings Report. - Read: Virginia Has Best Business Climate, Tech Talent Pipeline at BusinessFacilities.com.
What are the Factors Affecting Concrete Pumpability?
The Constructor
JULY 14, 2021
Pumpable concrete is a type of concrete transferred to a considerable height through pipes and used when a significant amount of concrete is required.
Public Relations vs. Content Marketing
Construction Business Owner
JULY 26, 2021
Public Relations vs. Content Marketing. Alex Headley. Mon, 07/26/2021 - 07:30. Whether your construction company is a large, international contractor or a small, local firm, publicity can help generate awareness about your business and bring in new customers. The industry never seems to stop, so capitalizing on project progress, company news or industry insights and communicating that information to your audience is key — but how do you go about accomplishing that?
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.
State of the Construction Industry: July 2021 Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 29, 2021
The latest on the construction infrastructure bill, the impact of materials shortages, and an inspiring construction summer camp for young women.
Lack of information on carbon emissions challenges construction industry
BD+C
JULY 19, 2021
Less than 1% of new building projects are assessed to determine their carbon footprint, according to a new report by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development. The report cites a lack of information on embodied emissions as a key barrier. The overcome this challenge, the report calls for more data sharing, more collaboration, and increased transparency on embodied carbon and other data critical to calculating the carbon footprint of new buildings.
Kuwait Job Order Contracting and Facilities Management Market
Job Order Contracting
JULY 6, 2021
Kuwait Job Order Contracting market size and facilities management market size for repair, renovation, and new construction. The Kuwait facilities management sector is estimated at over $1.2B with a anticipated 10% annual growth through 2025. Job order contracting and similar IDIQ projects are being performed at Camp Arifjan, Ali Al Salem Air Base, Camp Buehring, Al Jaber Air Base, Camp Patriot, Udari Range, and Kuwait Naval Base. via Four BT, LLC – Best value job order contracting and lea
Business Facilities’ 17th Annual Rankings Report
Business Facilities
JULY 27, 2021
Our most comprehensive rankings compilation to date, our 17th Annual Rankings Report features 60 categories that highlight State, Metro and Global leaders building the foundation for a future of sustainable growth. - Read: Business Facilities’ 17th Annual Rankings Report at BusinessFacilities.com.
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.
World’s Largest Astronomy Museum Opens in Shanghai
The Constructor
JULY 25, 2021
The world’s largest astronomy museum opened in Shanghai on July 18, 2021. Located in the Lingang district of Shanghai, the Shanghai Astronomy.
Building Exit Strategy Expertise
Construction Business Owner
JULY 26, 2021
Building Exit Strategy Expertise. Alex Headley. Mon, 07/26/2021 - 12:32. As a business owner, your days are full. Adding to that the uncertainty the last 16 months have brought to the industry proves you know that both life — and business — can be unpredictable. On top of the day-to-day decisions you make as a leader, the years pass quickly. Before you know it, retirement is not far away.
The Construction Materials Shortage and How UK Contractors can Become Leaner
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 28, 2021
Why UK contractors are turning to technology to help them work more efficiently amid an ever-changing construction materials landscape.
Solving the Labor Shortage in 12 Steps
Pro Builder
JULY 30, 2021
Solving the Labor Shortage in 12 Steps. cbroderick. Fri, 07/30/2021 - 08:13. Attaining "unicorn status" as a builder means attracting and keeping the best trade contractors out there. These 12 steps will get you there. In my column “What Trade Shortage?” I suggested that in this zero-sum game of finding subcontractors in the hottest market since 2007, there is, in fact, no trade shortage for the rare builder willing to do the right things.
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.
Auditor Recommended JOC Program Best Practices
Job Order Contracting
JULY 22, 2021
The following are auditor recommended JOC Program best practices. (Partial Listing). A JOC program should never be used to bypass the lengthy traditional procurement process so that projects can be pushed along quickly, regardless of size or type, and without considering if JOC is the best option. Negotiating individual projects is critical to ensuring quality work at fair and reasonable prices.
Hartford, Raleigh And Boise Are Top Millennial Magnets
Business Facilities
JULY 29, 2021
Greater Hartford, CT; Raleigh, NC; and Boise, ID were named the top three Millennial Magnets in Business Facilities' 2021 Metro Rankings Report. - Read: Hartford, Raleigh And Boise Are Top Millennial Magnets at BusinessFacilities.com.
How to get a General Contractor’s License in North Carolina?
The Constructor
JULY 22, 2021
A general contractor’s license is basically a permit that authorizes you to carry out construction works such as foundation, framing, plumbing,
Your Claim Has Been Denied
Construction Business Owner
JULY 23, 2021
Your Claim Has Been Denied. Alex Headley. Fri, 07/23/2021 - 09:30. If your construction business has suffered a financial loss due to damage, accident, crime or liability, the last thing you want to hear is that your claim is. not covered. To significantly reduce the chances of this occurring, consider the following tips for ensuring you have the right insurance partner and coverage to meet your business needs. . 1.
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.
A KNOCK-OUT Speaker to Headline the Collaborate 2021 User Conference
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 27, 2021
Laila Ali, daughter of late beloved icon and humanitarian Muhammad Ali, is poised to inspire at virtual construction conference.
Design unveiled for ALDI Corner Store, a small-format model for urban settings
BD+C
JULY 15, 2021
Landini Associates has announced the debut of its design for ALDI Corner Store, an art-infused, small-format retail model that embraces fresh food, local artist collaborations, and an elevated customer experience. The goal of the new design is to interpret the traditional ALDI model into a new format for urban settings that is genuinely local. ALDI Corner Store’s layout is driven by the need to refurbish existing buildings instead of constructing new properties. .
Lean Construction – Overcoming decades of mistrust, lack of communication, and opposition between facilities owners, designers, engineers, and builders.
Job Order Contracting
JULY 29, 2021
Lean Construction – Overcoming decades of mistrust, lack of communication, and opposition between facilities owners, designers, engineers, and builders… possible? Only two of the following construction delivery methods are LEAN. Do you know which they are? Construction Project Delivery Comparison. Construction Project Delivery Overview & Comparison.
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