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Digital Dryshack #62- Viewpoint User Conference 2013 Recap

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Just in case you missed it, Viewpoint Construction Software recently held its annual User’s Conference 9/24-9/26/2013 in Portland, Oregon. In the four years I’ve been working with Viewpoint, I’ve seen a shift from its legacy folder-based workflow. Sessions ran a broad variety of topics.

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The Importance of Security Investments in Construction

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After much research, it was determined that an HVAC and refrigeration contractor was the open door to Target’s data. The contractor’s company used a free malware service as its security platform. It’s imperative that contractors be good stewards for their clients and create strategic solutions that help deal with threats.

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The Business Benefits of Green Construction

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Just look at how many projects aim to achieve LEED certification or the new BREEAM certification, which we recently discussed here on Viewpoint Surveyor. The Role of Contractors in Green Construction. All these benefits demonstrate that green construction isn’t just a trend and something contractors need to know about.

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Construction Podcasts Worth Checking Out

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If you’re tired of thinking about work all the time, we recommend checking out 99% Invisible , a podcast about “the unnoticed architecture and design that shape our world.” Many episodes touch on topics related to construction like architecture and city planning, but instead of offering direct tips, they focus on interesting stories.

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Meet BREEAM, America’s Newest Green Building Certification

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And now BRE is partnering with HOK, an American architecture, engineering and design firm, to launch a BREEAM standard for new construction in the United States in 2019. While new to the United States, BREEAM isn’t entirely unfamiliar to the architecture, engineering and construction community. According to the U.K.’s

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Don’t Waste a Good Recession

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Having the ability to predict an economic downtown can help contractors manage cash and make appropriate decisions during a recession. Also, looking at the architecture building index or local building plans can shed some light —an abundance of plans could mean a lavish economy in the future. What Should Contractors do to Prepare?

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Why a Single-Vendor Technology Strategy Will Work Best for Your Construction Company

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One integrated construction management solution can provide contractors with significant benefits. Adding a complicated ERP architecture risks an increase in the amount of time needed to coordinate with suppliers. Why Opt for a Single-Vendor Technology Strategy?

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