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Data-Driven Safety On-Site

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Data-Driven Safety On-Site. The potential to improve productivity and increase budget and schedule certainty are among the appealing benefits that these technologies have the potential to offer. However, one of the most promising areas that many of these new technologies can address is improving jobsite safety.

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Industry Statistics Show Benefits & Resistance to Lean Construction

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However, according to a recent study conducted by Dodge Construction Network for the Lean Construction Institute (LCI), most contractors are still only lightly engaged with lean, even though increased engagement leads to meeting budget and schedule and improved safety.

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Commercial Construction Project Planning: 3 Warning Signs Your Budget Might Go Bust

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Budget is always a major consideration for our commercial construction clients, and as a general contractor we devote significant time to the budgeting process. Here are a few signs that, in our experience, indicate your project budget is more likely to bust: Skimping on Professional Services. Competitively Bidding the Project.

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Identify, Manage & Reduce Jobsite Hazards & Threats

Construction Business Owner

There are four main types of risk in construction: financial, safety, scheduling and legal. Effective risk management helps construction companies grow profits by ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and without incident.

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Staying on Top of Equipment Maintenance & Inspections

Construction Business Owner

There is a vital safety, productivity and financial case for contractors to conduct regular maintenance and inspections that help keep their equipment operating at high levels, so project schedules and budgets stay on track.

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Construction in the Digital Age: Embracing Innovative Tools for Successful Business

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For instance, a landlord who buys the property being constructed and is using property management software will likely have to schedule contractors a lot of the time if the construction is poor, to begin with. Modern customers look for construction partners who can complete jobs on schedule, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

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8 essential steps for effective project cost estimation and budgeting

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Estimating project costs correctly and managing the budget accordingly are just as vital. All subcontractors make project cost estimation and budgeting errors. Follow these eight essential steps to estimate project costs and budget funds effectively to prevent grave miscalculations. Quality must take priority over price.