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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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Middle Market Construction Spending Trends

Construction Business Owner

Middle Market Construction Spending Trends. See where middle market companies are increasing or decreasing their spending. Greg Ragsdale. Tue, 05/03/2022 - 15:27. While several individual industries have enjoyed increasing spend, spending on technology continues to be the most consistent as middle market companies find innovative ways to scale efficiently and battle macroeconomic trends fueled by supply chain issues and workforce shortages.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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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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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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A Quick Science Refresher on Greenhouse Gas

Green Building Law Update

With the federal government and state of Maryland each having announced within days of each other, the mandated disclosure of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, we have received, maybe not surprising, many calls in the last two weeks inquiring “what are GHGs?” and “what are Scope 3 GHG emissions (. which are proposed to be a component of the SEC required disclosures but not the Maryland program)?”.

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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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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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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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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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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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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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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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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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

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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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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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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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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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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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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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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!

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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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[VIDEO] Las Colinas, Irving, Texas: A City Built For Business

Business Facilities

Centrally located in the thriving Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Irving-Las Colinas is recognized as the “Headquarters of Headquarters,” with more Fortune 1000 global headquarters per capita than any other city in Texas.

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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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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.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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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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Boeing Chooses Northern Virginia For Global HQ

Business Facilities

Designating its Arlington, VA campus its new headquarters, the company will also develop a research and technology hub in the area to harness engineering and technical capabilities.

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Keys to Multigenerational Communication on a Jobsite

Fieldwire

For a construction project to truly succeed, it takes more than just the skills of the trade. Construction is a team effort and communication is key. Project leaders must be able to effectively speak to the team so that everyone knows their role and objectives. This is especially important as we see people from multiple generations join the workforce.

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