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Multi-lean Systems: How to Use Them for Complex Construction Projects

Lean Construction

Why is a large construction project handled differently than a small project such as a family home? The answer is simple: it is much more complex. Therefore, for large projects, a single project management system or a lean system such as Glenn Ballard's Last Planner® System (LPS) is not enough.

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Lean Construction – Overcoming decades of mistrust, lack of communication, and opposition between facilities owners, designers, engineers, and builders.

Job Order Contracting

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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Phase l Environmental Site Assessment Standard Being Revised

Green Building Law Update

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.

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Public Relations vs. Content Marketing

Construction Business Owner

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?

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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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The A-to-Z of Building Your Dream Home

The Constructor

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.

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Virginia Has Best Business Climate, Tech Talent Pipeline

Business Facilities

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.

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Building Exit Strategy Expertise

Construction Business Owner

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.

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World’s Largest Astronomy Museum Opens in Shanghai

The Constructor

The world’s largest astronomy museum opened in Shanghai on July 18, 2021. Located in the Lingang district of Shanghai, the Shanghai Astronomy.

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The Construction Materials Shortage and How UK Contractors can Become Leaner

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Why UK contractors are turning to technology to help them work more efficiently amid an ever-changing construction materials landscape.

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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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Business Facilities’ 17th Annual Rankings Report

Business Facilities

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.

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Test the Bounds of Job Order Contracting?

Job Order Contracting

California Contractor Tests the Bounds of Job Order Contracting. By Garret Murai , February 15, 2021 (source: [link]. Most contractors have heard of design-bid-build, design-build, construction manager at risk, and even public private partnerships, various project delivery methods, which, at their heart, focus on balancing the interests of the various parties involved in a construction project, from owners, to design professionals, to contractors.

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4 Types of Tests Conducted on Internal Electrical Installations

The Constructor

Internal electrical installation of a building consists of cabling and associated accessories such as switches, sockets, distribution boards, and.

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A KNOCK-OUT Speaker to Headline the Collaborate 2021 User Conference

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Laila Ali, daughter of late beloved icon and humanitarian Muhammad Ali, is poised to inspire at virtual construction conference.

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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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Hartford, Raleigh And Boise Are Top Millennial Magnets

Business Facilities

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.

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Solving the Labor Shortage in 12 Steps

Pro Builder

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.

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How the Work-from-Home Lifestyle Has Reshaped Interior Design

The Constructor

The pandemic has forced us to adapt to many changes and altered our lives and way of working for good.

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Five Key Points To Optimize Construction Sales And Profits

Contractor Bookkeeping

Owning a construction company and being an employee requires different mindsets and attitudes or paradigms. Both positions are natural enemies and generate tension, leading to various diseases; mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual. Construction workers live in the real world, where everything can be seen, heard, felt, tasted, and sometimes smelled.

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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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PureCycle To Invest $440M In Georgia Recycling Facility

Business Facilities

Innovative recycled polypropylene manufacturer PureCycle will create more than 80 jobs in Augusta, GA with its first U.S. cluster facility. - Read: PureCycle To Invest $440M In Georgia Recycling Facility at BusinessFacilities.com.

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New York leads the U.S. hotel construction pipeline at the close of Q2‘21

BD+C

According to Lodging Econometrics’ (LE) most recent construction pipeline trend report, at the close of the second quarter, the top five markets with the largest hotel construction pipelines are New York City, with 146 projects/25,232 rooms; Los Angeles with 135 projects/22,586 rooms; Dallas with 132 projects/16,183 rooms; Atlanta with 129 projects/17,845 rooms; and Nashville with 91 projects/12,703 rooms.

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Faced vs. Unfaced Insulation

The Constructor

Insulation is used to prevent the transmission of heat or sound from one area to another. It is used to keep heat and sound in or out of the house or.

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Can We Make Home Building a Little Less ‘Interesting?’

Pro Builder

Can We Make Home Building a Little Less ‘Interesting?’. ibush. Mon, 07/26/2021 - 07:00. Builders are feeling their margins being squeezed. How to respond? Here are 10 suggestions. Scott Sedam, Contributing Editor. There’s an old saying, repeated countless times, yet it warrants another mention these days, “May you live in interesting times.” Fact is, it was a curse. .

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How Poor Planning and Budgeting Lead to Construction Cost Overruns

Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning directly impact construction project outcomes. Inaccurate projections lead to cost overruns and delays. This guide outlines best practices for financial discipline, including forecasting methodologies, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. Industry leaders recognize that precise financial control is essential for profitability and project stability.

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Delaware Adds Another $10M For Ready-To-Go Lab Space Grants

Business Facilities

The lab space grants are designed to help keep science and tech companies in Delaware, and encourage their long-term growth in the state. - Read: Delaware Adds Another $10M For Ready-To-Go Lab Space Grants at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Outlook for construction spending improves with the upturn in the economy

BD+C

Pent-up demand from the pandemic is creating a general spending surge that is helping to improve the outlook on construction spending over the next two years, according to a new report from the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

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Wheelchair Ramp Requirements as per the ADA

The Constructor

Ramps are designed to provide safe access to users with wheelchairs, strollers, or walkers. Therefore, it is important that building projects have a.

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Completed project will reduce sewage and stormwater discharge into the James River

PC Construction

On Wednesday, PC joined the City of Lynchburg and local officials to celebrate the official ribbon cutting for the Combined Sewer Overflow Reduction Improvements project at the Lynchburg WWTP. The $44.5 million project was completed. The post Completed project will reduce sewage and stormwater discharge into the James River first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.

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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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Louisiana Still The Gold Standard In Custom Training

Business Facilities

Louisiana leads in Customized Training; California, New Jersey and Massachusetts are top biotech states in Business Facilities' 17th Annual Rankings Report. - Read: Louisiana Still The Gold Standard In Custom Training at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Add a wobbly moon to flooding risk factors

BD+C

As if rising sea levels and increasingly powerful storms were not enough, add the wobbly orbit of the moon to flood risk factors. Scientists say fluctuations in the moon’s orbit will lead to a spate of fair weather flooding beginning in the mid-2030s. A recent study examined regular fluctuations in the moon’s orbit around the Earth occurring on an 18.6 year cycle.

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How Long Does Concrete Take to Cure?

The Constructor

Concrete curing never actually stops, and the development of concrete strength continues over time. However, site engineers and contractors must know.

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