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Construction Business Owner Blogs

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You need to be a certified LEED contractor, which means you’ll need to study for and take the certification test. LEED Certification and Construction Software. So what exactly does getting LEED certification have to do with business management or even construction software? December 2008. November 2008.

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Job Order Contract Cost Estimating

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Compliant with advanced security protocols. Security Features. All databases are secured/locked – pricing guide ORIGINAL LINE items cannot be changed or modified. Multiple user/security levels (up to five). Certifications – ISO 9001:2008 Certification. General Features. Password protected. Encryption.

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Hacking and Hijacking

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Early in 2008, Boeing was ramping up production of its new 787 Dreamliner in anticipation of a commercial roll-out scheduled for July of that year. The only thing standing in the way of 787s joining the fleets of major airlines was certification by the Federal Aviation Administration that the aircraft was ready for commercial use.

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Feature Story: Shovel-Ready Sites – Fired Up, Ready To Go

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states have launched site certification programs with the goal of helping communities prepare available sites for investment and expansion. Since its inception in 2008, the program has recognized 47 active AdvantageSite locations in the state after meeting guidelines such as utility and environmental standards, size, zoning and accessibility.

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Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act: What Residential Contractors Need to Know

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Hence, Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act (HICPA) was enacted in 2008. This could result in the contractor’s certification being revoked or suspended up to 5 years — but that’s not all. The rationale is that homeowners aren’t as sophisticated and/or construction savvy as commercial owners.

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Business Facilities’ 15th Annual Rankings: State Rankings Report

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The states that have put the assets in place today to support a thriving cybersecurity industry—including STEM-oriented higher education programs with cyber-specific degrees and R&D facilities working in tandem with national security agencies, the U.S. military and business—will rule the cyber sector tomorrow. Louisiana, no. In May, Gov.

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Workforce Training: Engineering A Skilled Workforce

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McAuliffe signed Executive Order 23 establishing “The New Virginia Economy” Workforce Initiative which laid out plans to overhaul Virginia’s economy in four ways: increasing postsecondary education and workforce credentials; securing employment for veterans; aligning education with the needs of businesses; and diversifying the economy.