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Clear The Confusion About Construction Delay Analysis

ENR Construction

Delays are a common cause of difficult-to-resolve disputes in the construction industry.

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Green Building that Cleans the Air

Green Building Law Update

Today’s green building standards, rating systems and codes are stale, largely based in decades old science and do not go far enough to be efficacious for most business to invest in. This is no longer a genuine debate over the negative environmental impact that buildings have on the planet. But the green building industrial complex is missing that green building can be the solution to many of the environmental impacts arising from human activity and at the same time make a business case that gree

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Las Vegas rail project could spark $3B of nearby investment

Construction Dive

An 8.7 mile, $750 million light rail system connecting McCarran International Airport, the University of Nevada, a hospital and downtown could generate $2.8 billion in housing, retail, entertainment and office development.

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9 Tips for Hiring Talented Employees in Construction

Construction Business Owner

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Optimize Construction Projects with CMiC’s Industry-Leading ERP

Construction project managers face constant challenges, from delayed schedules to fragmented workflows. CMiC’s ERP transforms how projects are managed, providing a unified system for financials, scheduling, and collaboration. With tools for real-time insights, cost control, and document management, CMiC empowers managers to make confident decisions.

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Mel Robbins Tabbed as Keynote at Viewpoint Collaborate 2018

Viewpoint Construction Technology

It may only be June, but we’re already looking forward to this year’s Viewpoint Collaborate User Conference , which will take place October 15–18 in Portland, Oregon. In addition to including more than 130 sessions, 50 exhibitors and 2,100 attendees from across the country, this year’s event will also focus on the theme of connections — between colleagues, throughout companies and through the use of technology.

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Contractor vs Subcontractor: What is the difference?

Lets Build

Contractor vs Subcontractor Both contractors and subcontractors are indispensable for the development and completion of a construction project. Despite their integral role, though, there are still many who don’t really understand the key differences between them. In an effort to clear away confusion, we have prepared a useful guide which describes in detail what unites.

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How Smartphones Impact Your Construction Business

Construction Business Owner

People have more ways than ever to connect—social media, virtual meetings, online chat rooms, texting, email, etc.—and with smartphones at our fingertips, we can stay tuned in to the web anytime, anywhere. The question then becomes: How do all of these methods of communication impact customer preferences and expectations? Surprisingly, the preferred method for clients to interact with businesses remains the phone call.

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Accelerated Bridge Construction Explained

Viewpoint Construction Technology

It’s no secret that America’s bridges need work. According to a 2016 report from the American Society of Civil Engineers , almost 40 percent of the nation’s bridges have been around for 50 years or longer, and 9.1 percent of bridges are structurally deficient. To address the backlog of work that needs to be done and reduce the time it takes to plan and build bridges, many organizations such as the Accelerated Bridge Construction University Transportation Center at Florida International Universit

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Leveraging BIM in the prefabrication space

Construction Dive

By improving project visibility and coordination between the trades, 3D models can reduce design errors and save offsite construction firms time and money.

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Breaking Ground on Better Payment Processes: Strategies for Construction Pros

Speaker: Timothy Allsopp

Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.

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Contractor vs Subcontractor: What is the difference?

Lets Build

Both contractors and subcontractors are indispensable for the development and completion of a construction project. Despite their integral role, though, there are still many who don’t really understand the key differences between them. In an effort to clear away confusion, we have prepared a useful guide which describes in detail what unites and separates a.

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12 Steps for Developing and Driving Stronger Business Strategies

Construction Business Owner

Benjamin Franklin is credited with saying, “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” The purpose of business planning is to set overall goals for your business and to develop a strategy to achieve them. This includes implementing deducting and balancing approaches, making decisions, setting a destination or direction, and action planning. However, many construction companies have no long-term plan, with some even touting, “We just bid and pray.”.

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Why You Need a Long-Term Construction Software Partner

Viewpoint Construction Technology

In case you haven’t heard, construction software use is on the rise. By 2020, technology adoption in construction is expected to reach 70 percent, according to a 2017 report from McKinsey Global Institute. Meanwhile, JBKnowledge’s Construction Technology Report noted that workflows like accounting, estimating and project management depend more and more on integrated software.

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Report: US construction industry has a bright future

Construction Dive

The Equipment Leasing and Finance Foundation predicted industry growth of 5% from 2017 to 2018.

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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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What?s the cheapest way to build a house?

Lets Build

That’s the million dollar question for many people out there. Finding the most affordable way to build a house might sound like a lot of work. Truth is that it can be really challenging. Nevertheless, with the right plan and some good research, it can be much easier than you think. What you always need.

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What Competitive Bidding Strategy Works Best?

Construction Business Owner

Marcus Mooney, AIA, DBIA. Director of Design Build, KAI Design & Build.

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Mel Robbins Tabbed as Keynote at Viewpoint Collaborate 2018

Viewpoint Construction Technology

This Year’s Keynote Speaker.

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Hiring Strategies During Labor Shortages

FDR Safety

USNEWS – The United States has a building problem. The country that paved one of the most expansive highway and transportation systems on the planet, that festooned a riverside between Maryland and Virginia with ornate marble and sandstone statues, columns and monuments in the creation of the nation’s capital, that introduced architectural marvels to the world ranging from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Empire State Building to the Space Needle, is now dogged by an ailing constructio

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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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What?s the cheapest way to build a house?

Lets Build

What’s the cheapest way to build a house? That’s the million dollar question for many people out there. Finding the most affordable way to build a house might sound like a lot of work. Truth is that it can be really challenging. Nevertheless, with the right plan and some good research, it can be much.

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How Contractors Are Making the Most of Video

Construction Business Owner

For years now, video has been a leading marketing strategy for small businesses—a cost- and time-efficient way to get the word out—and for much larger Fortune 500 companies, carrying their message in “viral” efficacy across the globe.

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Accelerated Bridge Construction Explained

Viewpoint Construction Technology

What Is Accelerated Bridge Construction?

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Forensic BIM: Using modeling to resolve disputes and claims

Construction Dive

With disputes in the industry averaging $21 million, the ability to use BIM to retrospectively verify that the scope of work completed matches what the contract required could save millions in some lawsuits.

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Simplify Complex Financial Workflows with CMiC’s Powerful Tools

Designed specifically for construction finance professionals, CMiC’s ERP delivers the tools needed to manage projects with precision. Integrated job costing ensures real-time visibility into expenses, while automated progress billing accelerates cash flow. Revenue recognition compliance tools automate revenue recognition, and powerful analytics provide actionable insights.

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Speaking Engagements Made Easy: The Ultimate Guide To Finding, Booking, and Crushing Them

Help Everybody Everyday

Finding and booking speaking engagements can seem difficult, especially when you are just starting out. And for some of us, just thinking of getting in front of a crowd to present makes our knees all wobbly. But it doesn’t have to be like that. On my journey to becoming a paid keynote speaker, I made a lot of mistakes. I want to help you avoid those mistakes and make it easy for you to not only book speaking engagements…but crush them.

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How You Could Pay the Price for Exhausted Employees

Construction Business Owner

Construction remains one of the most dangerous industries to work in. According to a 2016 Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS) report, construction led all other industries in fatal work injuries at 991—a rate of 10.1 per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers.

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Why You Need a Long-Term Construction Software Partner

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Choosing a Dependable Software Provider for the Long Haul.

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How BIM boosted efficiency, collaboration in San Francisco mega project

Construction Dive

Designers, engineers and contractors behind the two-million square-foot Oceanwide Center used 3D modeling software to execute complex design details within an efficient timeline.

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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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In the battle of suburbs vs. cities, could both be winning?

BD+C

Five years ago, I wrote a blog about changing patterns of urban and suburban growth, inspired by two presentations I’d recently seen. At one, the Urban Land Institute (ULI) had explained why downtown cores could expect a bright future of significant growth while suburban growth would stall.

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The Hidden Culprit of Soaring Construction Costs

Construction Business Owner

The pace of business is increasing all the time, and there is more pressure than ever on decision-makers to act quickly and decisively to keep operations running smoothly, projects on schedule and budgets in check. For contractors, this pace is even harder to keep up with, due to the nature of the business.

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Beating the Competition: Man Beats Neighbor over Lawn-Mowing Job

Green Industry Professionals

Although there are better ways to beat the competition, one man beat a neighbor with a hammer and ax handle for hiring someone else to mow his lawn.

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