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The Dotted Line: Mitigating the risks of technology

Construction Dive

It's all about the allocation of risk, legal experts explain. Humans are responsible for computing errors just as they would be for a bulldozer mishap.

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Commercial Construction Industry Trends: Reflecting on the Highs and Lows of 2018

HardHatChat

A strong pipeline of senior living construction was a “high” of 2018. After a busy and eventful year in commercial construction, we always find it valuable to reflect back on the last 12 months and review the positives and negatives that impacted our business – including those that are specific to our company as well as the commercial construction industry as a whole – as we prepare for the opportunities and challenges the New Year is likely to bring.

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5 Ways to Promote a Culture of Safety at Your Company

Construction Business Owner

Read 5 ways to promote a culture of safety at your company. Here's why prioritizing worker safety makes good business sense.

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Hairline Crack in Concrete – Causes, Repair and Prevention

The Constructor

Hairline cracks are formed commonly in the freshly placed concrete. These cracks are formed due to the plastic shrinkage of concrete. As the name.

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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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The Top 10 Surveyor Posts of 2018

Viewpoint Construction Technology

As 2018 comes to a close, two things are clear: it was a transformative year in the construction software space, and there’s more activity than ever about our industry to keep up with. That’s partially why we started this blog […]. The post The Top 10 Surveyor Posts of 2018 appeared first on Viewpoint Surveyor.

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All About the Bucket Attachment

Construction Business Owner

Bobcat's advice on finding the best bucket attachment to improve productivity and profitability.

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Diffrences Between Mortar and Grout

The Constructor

Mortar Mortar is a mixture of cement, sand and water made as a thick paste that is used to bind two surfaces with each other. It is majorly used in.

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The Top 10 Surveyor Posts of 2018

Viewpoint Construction Technology

As 2018 comes to a close, two things are clear: it was a transformative year in the construction software space,

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Court: General contractor can be cited for subcontractor violations

Construction Dive

A U.S. Court of Appeals judge ruled that GCs can be issued safety violation citations for hazards on a jobsite that don't affect their employees.

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Unlock The Blueprint: How To Construct A Better Payment Workflow

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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The Construction Industry’s Growth Trajectory

Construction Business Owner

The economic trends in construction & the part they'll play in shaping your success this year.

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Backfilling Procedure in Basement

The Constructor

Proper backfilling of the basement is an important and essential step in the basement construction and its structural stability. Choosing the right.

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New concrete slab system expands floor further with joints that are fewer and farther between

GCP Applied Technologies

New concrete slab system expands floor further with joints that are fewer and farther between. Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 12/19/2018 - 16:07. GCP Applied Technologies. December 19, 2018. Pinpointing the negatives of conventionally designed concrete floor slabs is not difficult: Curling, cracking and too many joints can cause numerous challenges. Curling occurs at the edges of concrete slabs when relative humidity between the top and bottom of the slab differs.

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Construction, trades topped hiring on Monster in 2018

Construction Dive

Job seekers in construction and trade industries held the top spot overall among hires through the jobs search engine, as well as in 27 individual states.

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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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The Cost of Not Keeping Up with Technology

Construction Business Owner

Construction businesses need modern internal systems. A cloud-based enterprise resource planning solution could save your bottom line. Find out how here.

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Foundation Drain – Components, Working and Design

The Constructor

Foundation drain is an exterior drainage system installed on the outer face of the foundation wall and near the wall footing, covered with a layer of.

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HIROTEC AMERICA Building New Plant In Tennessee

Business Facilities

The automotive supplier will invest about $40 million and create more than 100 jobs in Fayetteville, TN over the next three years. . - Read: HIROTEC AMERICA Building New Plant In Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.

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State, local governments using higher revenues to increase infrastructure spending

Construction Dive

Sales tax revenue from increased consumer spending is helping spur some new publicly funded construction projects, according to a Wall Street Journal analysis.

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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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Adapt or Die: Assess & Evolve to Change the Construction Industry

Construction Business Owner

“ Adapt or Die,” is arguably the most memorable line from the movie version of "Moneyball. " The meaning of the quote and how it relates to business and risk management is paramount—we must fight and overcome the current status quo if we want to change the industry. In construction, we continue to encounter challenges, such as shortages of a skilled workforce, fast-paced technology changes, economic impacts, trade partner liabilities, succession issues, and the ability to attract and retain to

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Preventive Maintenance of Batching Plant

The Constructor

Preventive maintenance of batching plant is required to increase the batch plant efficiency as well as its lifespan. The maintenance cost required.

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GenieBelt Report 2018

Lets Build

2018 has been an exciting year for GenieBelt! We had an incredible journey in terms of growth and spirit. As 2018 comes to an end, we decided to put together a short Genie report including some of the most memorable moments of the year that we are about to leave behind! First of all, we.

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Major contracts awarded for $1.1B Dallas light-rail

Construction Dive

City transit officials awarded a design-build contract to the JV of Archer Western and Herzog Contracting Corp. for construction of a 26-mile east-west line.

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Seamless Finance Solutions for Construction Leaders

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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5 Questions for Finding the Scissor Lift Your Company Needs

Construction Business Owner

This article list 5 questions to help you decide what type of scissor lift your construction company needs on its jobsites. Additional features beyond height and weight differentiate one machine from another. While all scissor lifts may look similar, they are not the same. Many scissor-lift models allow operators to complete one specific task, but how efficiently and safely that task is accomplished, as well as the serviceability and durability of the machine, are impacted by the model.

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Ashlar Masonry and its Types

The Constructor

Ashlar masonry is a type of stone masonry which is formed using finely and dressed stones, having the same size, shape and texture laid in cement or.

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Data and analytics are becoming essential for EC firms competing to rebuild America’s infrastructure

BD+C

An expanding engineering and construction industry faces a digital future that is not only reshaping cities but also how the industry’s businesses operate. This is one of the key observations that Deloitte Consulting presents in its recent paper “2019 Engineering and Construction Industry Outlook.” The paper’s author—Michelle Meisels, Principal and Engineering and Construction Leader—emphasizes the centrality of data analysis in the ability of the industry to deliver urban projects for cities wh

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Google plans $1B New York City project

Construction Dive

Through capital improvements, the tech giant will increase its presence by 1.7 million square feet near the Hudson River on Manhattan's West Side.

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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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Understanding Cyberrisk & Creating Awareness in Your IT Processes

Construction Business Owner

How to understand cyberrisk and create awareness in your IT processes.

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Post Tension Slab – Working Principle, Components and Construction

The Constructor

Post tension slab is the combination of conventional slab reinforcement and additional high-strength steel tendons, which are tensioned after the.

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PARTNERING in Construction Drives BEST VALUE

Job Order Contracting

Partnering via 4BT OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting enables quality repair, renovation, and minor new construction projects to be consistently delivered on-demand, on-time, and on-budget. . Also, financial transparency, regulatory compliance, cost savings, and satisfaction among all participants and stakeholders is the norm versus the exception. Beat that with any other construction procurement and delivery process… you can’t.