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6 Factor to Consider When Replacing Your Front Door

Construction Marketing

By taking the climate into account, you can be sure to choose a front door that will last for years to come. . Security Features . Your front door is the gateway to your home, and you want to ensure it is secured against intruders. There are several security features to look for in a new front door.

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The ABCs of BYOD in Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

So, he simply logged into a computer and secured the device. This is usually a good idea for both the contractor, who saves time and money, and for the employee, who gets to keep their own favorite mobile device with them throughout the day. Improving Mobile Construction Security. percent in 2017 versus 39.8 percent in 2014.

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Should retail developers avoid high crime areas?

BD+C

According to the survey, shrink accounted for a staggering $112.1 Retailers are also investing more on security, with extra personnel and high-tech security systems equipped with better cameras and more sophisticated anti-theft detection in their builds. billion in losses in 2022, up from nearly $94 billion the previous year.

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11 Safety Tips When Handling And Storing Construction Materials

Construction Marketing

Aside from those, here are other things you must keep in mind: Take the weather into account. It’s not a good idea to store barrels or drums on top of one another because they might become unstable, get damaged, or spring leaks. Ensure Proper Site Security . Sort materials upon arrival.

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Public procurement isn’t working

Construction Law

In that environment spending decisions have no chance of taking proper account of crucial information regarding the efficiency and deliverability of policies. Reform also sets out ideas to strengthen the incentives that civil servants have to pursue efficiency, and improve how senior officials are held accountable for the results of spending.

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Government go-slow on infrastructure investment shows no signs of abating

Construction Law

Even when funds have been allocated, such as the £10 billion for the much trumpeted Levelling Up programme, delays in actually making any investment have been slammed as “absolutely astonishing” by Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC). Just 10% had been spent so far, the PAC said in March. Nick Barrett Editor

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PM software debate- web or hosted?

Cassell Construction Estimating

Lots of ideas. potential reduction of IT cost, by eliminating the need for internal software hosting and additional required security. The primary advantages of internal server-based PM: - ease of integration with accounting, scheduling, and Windows / apps in general. full control of security and data backup regimen.

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