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Why Every Contractor Needs to Prequalify their Subs

cnstrctr

Prequalify your suppliers and contractors to ensure quality companies are providing proposals for your project.

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Five Benefits of Inspection Reporting Software

Lets Build

We live in an age when unprecedented amounts of information are being harvested, yet much of this data is often siloed and overlooked. Developing a coherent strategy for standardising and accurately reporting new or changing information is key for any business wanting to improve its efficiency. For construction companies, it can also significantly increase profitability and maximise legal compliance.

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Strategic Collaboration Framework for Construction

Job Order Contracting

Top management commitment and support. Robust programmatic processes and workflows. Effective and open communication across inter and interorganizational teams. Integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery phases. Mandatory initial and ongoing training/continuous improvement workshops. Well communicated mutually beneficial goals and objectives.

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Introducing Our Brand New Vista and Spectrum User Summits!

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Have you heard the news? The Trimble Viewpoint User Summits are coming this June!

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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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Bituminous Surface Treatments: Types, Material, and Application

The Constructor

A bituminous surface treatment (BST) is a chip seal or seal coat. It’s a liquid asphalt surface treatment with a thin layer of aggregate placed.

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Integrated Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Solution

Job Order Contracting

Consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build projects on time and on budget is possible using an integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery solution. Robust construction planning, procurement, and project delivery solutions are suitable for facilities as well as horizontal physical infrastructure repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new build projects.

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Sustainable Construction: What You Need to Know About UK Building Regulations’ Part L

Viewpoint Construction Technology

How Technology is Helping UK Contractors Meet Environmental Denands and Regulatory Compliance.

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Wall Cladding: Design Criteria, Material, and Types

The Constructor

Cladding is the process of layering one material over the other to protect a building from natural elements like wind and rain. It also provides.

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How To Balance Profit Centers And Cost Centers In Your Construction Company

Contractor Bookkeeping

Success in operating a profitable construction business is all about maintaining the proper balance of control over both The Profit Centers and The Cost Centers. If either one gets too powerful and is allowed to run your construction company, it can cause more damage than good. The definition of a Non-Profit Construction Company is one that tries to fix its weaknesses and continues making the same mistakes repeatedly, expecting a different result and continues to struggle until the owner lays do

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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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Characteristics of Strategic Collaboration and Efficient Construction Project Delivery

Job Order Contracting

The characteristics of strategic collaboration and efficient construction project delivery are discussed below. Organizations that provide leadership and commitment to collaborative environments are rare. Those that do share the following characteristics which are present from original signing of a multi-party agreement, through implementation and ongoing management (Crowley & Karim, 1995; CII, 1989).

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ESG in Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The purpose of ESG (environmental, social, governance) standards is to build a resilient construction business with predictable, long-term success.

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Aquacrete: Advantages and Applications

The Constructor

Aquacrete is a decorative cement coating that provides an aesthetically pleasing appearance to a concrete surface.

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Top U.S. Home Builders Report Strong Sales Despite Rising Mortgage Rates

Pro Builder

Top U.S. Home Builders Report Strong Sales Despite Rising Mortgage Rates. ldeakins. Thu, 05/05/2022 - 10:50. After years of fierce competition for limited housing supply, elevated interest rates may not be enough to cool off a red-hot housing market. Though some housing experts anticipate a market slowdown in response to elevated mortgage rates, the nation’s largest home builders are still reporting strong sales and resilience from impatient and determined buyers.

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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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The 2 Primary Factors Impacting Construction Outcomes in the Public Sector

Job Order Contracting

The 2 primary factors impacting construction outcomes in the public sector are, #1 Owner leadership, commitment, and competence, and. #2 Construction delivery method. Most of us are aware of the rampant, economic, and environmental waste endemic to public sector facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction. Virtually nothing has been done to address the fundamental cause.

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Arizona State Focus: Heading To The Desert

Business Facilities

Arizona is one of the most popular destinations for new businesses for many key reasons.

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Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) as a Construction Material

The Constructor

Laminated veneer lumber (LVL) is a high-strength engineered timber formed by bonding multiple thin wood veneers layer by layer using adhesives. LVL.

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Floating Floor | What Is A Floating Flooring | Pros & Cons Floating Flooring | Best Material For Floating Flooring

Civiconcepts

What Is A Floating Floor? The term “floating floor” refers to the creation of flooring materials to lock collectively the use of a similar device of puzzle piece the place … Floating Floor | What Is A Floating Flooring | Pros & Cons Floating Flooring | Best Material For Floating Flooring Read More ».

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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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Year in Review: Construction Firms Share How Autodesk Takeoff Transformed Their Workflows 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

From supply chain issues and the rise of material costs to labor shortages and increasing project complexity, construction companies will have to navigate many challenges well into the foreseeable future. That’s why having the right preconstruction strategy is more important than ever. And proper planning is the best way to mitigate risk and set projects up for success before breaking ground. .

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Fed Moves Full Speed Ahead With Tighter Monetary Policy

Pro Builder

Fed Moves Full Speed Ahead With Tighter Monetary Policy. ldeakins. Fri, 05/06/2022 - 10:15. The Federal Reserve isn’t backing down on its plans to send rates soaring in response to record inflation, an approach which could last into the start of 2023. The Fed is preparing to introduce a series of aggressive rate hikes after a 25 basis point increase in March followed by a recent 50 basis point gain, the largest rate increase in over two decades, Eye on Housing reports.

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4 Key Habits of Large, Successful Contractors

Levelset

Running a successful construction business takes a ton of knowledge, determination, and hard work. But why is it that some companies are able to grow and thrive while others stagnate or go out of business entirely? . Levelset’s recent 2022 Cash Flow & Payment Report revealed some key differences between large, successful contractors and smaller construction businesses.

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15 Types of Plumbing Pipes | Plumbing Pipe Types | Types of Pipes For Plumbing | Best Types of Plumping Pipes

Civiconcepts

Introduction Plumbing pipes come in different varieties for all different types of plumbing applications in-house. That means there is no single plumbing pipe types that is best, for all the … 15 Types of Plumbing Pipes | Plumbing Pipe Types | Types of Pipes For Plumbing | Best Types of Plumping Pipes Read More ».

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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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Beat Communication Chaos by Empowering the Field with the Right Information at the Right Time

Jobsite with Procore

Getting information to and from the field promptly requires linking all aspects of your technology stack. Yet, only 18% of construction and engineering companies report that they have full integration of their construction technology. That’s a huge drag on communication, and all the manual information pushing in the world won’t fix it. .

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When Will Rising Mortgage Rates Reach Their Peak?

Pro Builder

When Will Rising Mortgage Rates Reach Their Peak? ldeakins. Thu, 05/05/2022 - 10:58. Mortgage rates are tipping beyond 5%, but market inflation won't be the norm forever. The Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday that it will raise its short-term interest rate by half a percentage point, signaling yet another gain in mortgage interest rates after the most recent jump to 5.1% during the week ending April 28, Realtor.com reports.

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The Growing Integration Ecosystem of Autodesk Construction Cloud 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Autodesk Construction Cloud’s open and expansive ecosystem of integration partners offers customers the breadth, depth, and flexibility they need to connect key applications in their tech stack and automate workflows, making it easier to share insights and information across teams and tools, ultimately improving efficiency and collaboration. . Since the launch of Autodesk Construction Cloud , this ecosystem has continuously grown.

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New Freshpet Plant Will Create About 100 Jobs In Pennsylvania

Business Facilities

The healthy pet food maker will build a state-of-the-art Innovation Kitchen near its existing Freshpet Kitchens campus in the Lehigh Valley.

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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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Owners: Answer These 3 Key Questions to Maximize the ROI from your Construction Platform

Jobsite with Procore

The successful planning and execution of any capital project has never been an easy undertaking. After expending sizable efforts in planning the allocation of capital, raising funds, and gaining the necessary approvals, owners of all stripes—whether they manage the construction for a school district, set of condo buildings, public power utility, or an oil refinery—must execute on delivering each project.

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New American Home 2023 Will Feature New Technology and Energy Efficiency

Pro Builder

New American Home 2023 Will Feature New Technology and Energy Efficiency. ldeakins. Thu, 05/05/2022 - 10:46. The 2023 New American Home is under construction in Las Vegas, where attendees of the 2023 International Builders’ Show can explore its one-of-a-kind design features. Construction is underway for the 2023 New American Home, which will feature sleek contemporary design, indoor-outdoor living, and the most recent technological advancements hitting the residential market, the Las Vegas Revie

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Winning Strategies to Grow Your Construction Business in a Competitive Market

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The labor and material shortages occurring in today’s construction market and limited available financial resources make the market extremely competitive. It can be difficult to stand out and get the jobs you want as a subcontracting firm. . If you’re looking for more guidance on setting your business apart, join our webinar, Strategies to grow your business in a competitive market , on May 10 at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET.