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How New Technology Can Help Construction Finance Pros

Contractor Magazine

CFOs should partner with their IT teams to modernize their back-office systems, and prepare to handle a flood of data from the field.

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Errors in Plane Table Surveying

The Constructor

Plane table surveying is a type of surveying in which plotting and field observations are done at the same time. In this article, errors occurred in.

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Compaction Effects On Soil Structure

Construction Cost Estimating

With compaction, the air is ejected from the existing voids in the soil. Compaction plays an important role in construction field since it make the engineering characteristics of soil better In the construction field to a great extent. In this exclusive civil engineering article, you will learn the impact of compaction on various characteristics of the soil.

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Why Trade Shows Are Valuable To Your Construction Business (Featuring Seattle Home Show Spring 2019)

Contractor Bookkeeping

Organizations and industries, no matter the career discipline, is fully invested in coordinating and taking part in conferences, summits, expos, and exhibits. Industry trade fairs are remarkably relevant to construction company owners because it leverages traditional marketing practices without being intrusive (because your target market comes to you), fosters real, solid relationships, and promotes camaraderie among your associations.

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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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Bringing Industry Expertise to Your Doorstep: A Peek at Viewpoint’s 2019 Digital Contractor Roadshow Speakers

Viewpoint Construction Technology

We’re gearing up to launch our 2019 Digital Contractor Roadshow series and we are thrilled! Last year , we visited more than 20 cities and enjoyed networking and learning about construction industry trends and challenges with over 600 contractors across the United States. This year, we have even more cities on our list as well as new industry thought leaders to inform, challenge and prepare you for success in today’s challenging construction industry.

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Effects of Compaction on Soil Properties

The Constructor

Compaction is the process of expulsion of air from the voids present in the soil. In the construction field, it is an important process as it.

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Assessing Feasibility

FDR Safety

This blog complements past blogs and my most recent blog about the OSHRC overturning OSHA citations regarding LOTO on Matsu presses. General Industry is now in a position to solve many of their decades-old problems with the control of hazardous energy. The answers can be determined but only after documented due diligence using Task Based Risk Assessment (past blogs) and assessing feasibility of hazard controls.

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Season 2 — Episode 2: Construction Economics and the State of the Industry

Viewpoint Construction Technology

?Anirban Basu, chairman and CEO at the Sage Policy Group, Inc., joins the podcast.

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Work Boot Trends to Watch in 2019

Construction Business Owner

Wolverine's Work Boot Trends to Watch in 2019.

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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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10 Tips to Help You Bid Smartly and Win Construction Projects

The Constructor

Acquisition of projects in the construction sector is generally done through the process of bidding. It requires a shrewd mind and years of.

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The Dotted Line: How to effectively manage an underperforming sub

Construction Dive

One bad subcontractor can impact an entire project, so it's important to build protections into the contract and for both the general contractor and sub to know their responsibilities and options.

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Season 2 — Episode 2: Construction Economics and the State of the Industry

Viewpoint Construction Technology

A Viewpoint on Construction, Modern Takes on a Transforming Industry. Season 2 — Episode 2: Construction Economics and the State of the Industry. Anirban Basu, chairman and CEO at the Sage Policy Group, Inc., joins the podcast and discusses the economic trends and leading indicators that contractors need to watch in order to be successful. Basu, who serves as the chief economist for the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) and the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) notes t

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Israel Is Innovating Its Way To Success

Business Facilities

A diverse, highly educated workforce and an entrepreneurial spirit have made Israel a magnet for a wide spectrum of businesses, from startups to multi-national corporations. - Read: Israel Is Innovating Its Way To Success at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Groynes and their Classification

The Constructor

A groyne is a rigid hydraulic structure built from shore (in case of seas) or built from the bank (in case of rivers) to dissipate the wave energy or.

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To get the most out of drones, start with 'low-hanging fruit'

Construction Dive

Thanks to a maturing drone market, contractors of all sizes can capture value through progress tracking, safety inspections and more while holding subs accountable, says William Pryor of Skycatch.

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State of the Construction Industry: February 2019 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Continued Safety Incidents Highlight Need for Better Oversight.

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Pull planning in construction – 101 guide

Lets Build

Picture rows of dominoes set up in strategic lines. Each domino standing by itself but part of a bigger picture at the same time. The domino at the end of the creation can’t fall until each one before it falls. This is exactly what happens with pull planning, which is one of the overall best.

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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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10 Tips to Help You Bid Smartly and Win Construction Projects

The Constructor

Acquisition of projects in the construction sector is generally done through the process of bidding. It requires a shrewd mind and years of.

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Illinois DOT needs at least $39B for transportation and infrastructure work

Construction Dive

The funding request includes up to $15 billion during the next 10 years for highway maintenance alone.

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Bringing Industry Expertise to Your Doorstep: A Peek at Viewpoint’s 2019 Digital Contractor Roadshow Speakers

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The Cyber-Security Expert.

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Accelerate AEC 2019 speaker lineup announced

BD+C

Can machines design buildings? What can we learn from AEC "superusers"? How are leading contractors winning with offsite construction? The answers to these questions—and so many more—will be explored at Building Design+Construction 's third-annual Accelerate AEC Innovation Conference , May 13-14 at Dream Downtown in New York City.

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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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Welded Wire Fabric Concrete

The Constructor

Welded wire fabric is the series of parallel longitudinal wires welded to cross wires by electric fusion method having accurate spacing. the welding.

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Musk almost ready to unveil new tunneling machine

Construction Dive

The Boring Co. founder said the Line-Storm, reportedly able to dig continuously as opposed to the 10 minutes per hour current machines operate, could be ready in as little as a month.

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Job Order Contracting Resources

Job Order Contracting

A wide range of Job Order Contracting Resources are now available to enable any public sector facilities owners to consistently procure and deliver quality renovation, repair, and construction services on-demand, on-time, and on-budget. LEAN Job Order Contracting Resources. LEARN MORE… The post Job Order Contracting Resources appeared first on 4BT.

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D.C.’s new 3-in-1 entertainment and sports arena

BD+C

Washington, D.C.’s new 142,000-sf, $65-million entertainment and sports arena combines an NBA training facility with a 4,200-seat public arena to create a building that is the first of its kind, according to project architects Rossetti and Michael Marshall Design.

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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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Flow Net – Properties and Applications

The Constructor

A Flow net is a graphical representation of flow of water through a soil mass. It is a curvilinear net formed by the combination of flow lines and.

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Kiewit pegged for $5B Louisiana LNG export terminal

Construction Dive

Under the turnkey EPC contract, Kiewit will design, engineer, construct, commission, test and guarantee the Venture Global LNG Inc. facility.

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History of Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting

The History of Job Order Contracting. While early attempts to improve public procurement processes are noted to have begun in 1982 at the NATO Operations in Europe, it wasn’t until the U.S. Air Force refined the process (and called is SABER) that Job Order Contracting began to resemble the LEAN construction services procurement and delivery method it has become today.

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