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Building Strong Starts: Protecting Profit Margins Through Effective Preconstruction

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The famous Aristotle quote that goes, “Well begun is half done,” rings very true in the construction industry. Doing so won’t just make your life easier; it’ll also help you protect your profit margins. When you stay on top of project planning and design from the beginning (i.e.,

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3 ways to avoid defects in construction

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Design defects are a result of the design team failing to produce organised and accurate construction documents. Defects due to omission are typically fixed through change orders that add to the scope of work for one or more contractors. Inefficient document distribution. Design defects. Workmanship defects.

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Green Buildings are Subsidizing Conventional Buildings Stymying Climate Progress

Green Building Law Update

The financial value of green buildings is well documented, from commanding higher rents, greater occupancy rates, and increased occupant satisfaction, to lower operating costs for everything from reduced insurance premiums and less energy utilized, easily resulting in an increased return on investment of more than 9% over conventional building.

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7 Construction Industry Truths Made Clear at Autodesk University

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Every year, Autodesk University (AU) brings industry knowledge to light, leaving construction professionals from across the globe with a wealth of actionable insights. Jump to industry learning: Great decisions require access to great data. trillion in global construction industry costs in 2020. That includes $88.69

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The importance of keeping construction daily logs for every site activity

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Skipping these logs increases your risk of a small issue becoming a massive one because no one documented it. Protect yourself from disputes In the face of a dispute, you need a foolproof trail of documents to protect yourself and your company. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals 2.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

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Industry News. Industry Statistics. Some Advice on Change Orders » A Change (Order) for the Better? When clients ask me about change orders, I’m reminded of a well-circulated photo. The yacht is named “Change Order.” Equipment Management. Resource Center.

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5 Reasons to Use Mechanical Contractor Software

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The construction industry has gone through an extensive transformation, and technology has completely changed the concept of how to drive more quality, productivity, and profit into projects. 5) Material Planning & Document Management. 5) Material Planning & Document Management. Mon, 04/19/2021 - 06:00.