Critical Cloud Security & Ransomware Defense Tips for Contractors
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 20, 2021
Bryce Austin’s construction cloud security and ransomware defense tips for help developing a plan to stave off cyber threats.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 20, 2021
Bryce Austin’s construction cloud security and ransomware defense tips for help developing a plan to stave off cyber threats.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 5, 2023
Why PPE is the Last Line of Defense Believe it or not, the answer isn’t just wearing the right PPE. mhodges Wed, 07/05/2023 - 09:33 Every year, millions of workers get injured on the job, and a significant number of reported occupational injuries are hand related.
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Best Practices Construction Law
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
The proposed amendment introduces an affirmative defense, contending that Kellogg Brown & Root Services, Inc. Background: The contract in question, executed on July 9, 2013, was for the construction of an Aegis Ashore Missile Defense System site in Deveselu, Romania, with a firm, fixed-price amount of $134,211,592.
Construction Marketing
MARCH 2, 2023
Unfortunately, injuries at construction sites are highly likely. You may wonder if you have legal recourse if you have been injured while working at a construction site. Now, let’s look at some of the most common questions about construction site injuries.
Job Order Contracting
MAY 24, 2023
Construction Cost Estimating Facts Construction Cost Estimating Facts #1 There is no such thing as an “accurate cost estimate” Beware of any so called expert, estimating firm, or vendor using the term. #2 2 Construction cost estimating is NOT an art.
The Constructor
APRIL 21, 2023
Are you driving near a road construction zone? Whether you’re just passing through or are a daily commuter in an ongoing construction area, it is important to stay safe. Construction zones can be dangerous for drivers, pedestrians, and construction workers.
Green Building Law Update
AUGUST 19, 2018
McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019. UPDATES AND MODIFICATIONS TO DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE FORM 1391, UNIFIED FACILITIES CRITERIA, AND MILITARY INSTALLATION MASTER PLANS.”. On August 13 the President signed the John S. The $716 billion H.R. But there was no such objection noted here.
BD+C
DECEMBER 28, 2020
The 2021 National Defense Authorization Act includes language that would encourage the U.S. Department of Defense to consider using mass timber construction on new building projects and renovations. Congress also directed the secretaries to submit a follow-up report on the subject.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
2023 Construction Cost Trends: Insights & Impacts A webinar covering historical & current costs trends & how they are impacting building projects mhodges Tue, 02/28/2023 - 08:45 Between cost volatility, resource constraints and supply chain hiccups, the construction industry has been on an unpredictable, two-year rollercoaster ride. Here’s
Job Order Contracting
MAY 21, 2022
There is only one sole source of truth for construction cost estimating, locally researched detailed line-item unit price data and associated quantities. GAO/GGD-00-172R Study on Facility Design Reviews – Federal Facilities Council’s Report on the Role of Facility Design Reviews in Facilities Construction.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
Navigating Heat-Related Safety ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 16:33 In my capacity as a labor and employment defense attorney specializing in Florida’s bustling construction sector, I am acutely aware of the persistent challenges associated with ensuring workplace safety, particularly during the scorching summer months that pose significant risks to workers. (..)
ENR Construction
MARCH 7, 2024
After 17 years of applications, funding debates and design and scope changes, the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility in Manhattan, Kansas, was delivered by McCarthy/Mortenson.
Green Building Law Update
DECEMBER 14, 2014
While many have focused on the funding to fight the Islamic State terrorist group or the 1 percent boost in military pay, the National Defense Authorization Act for 2015 makes a major change in green building across this nation when it authorizes use of the ICC 700 National Green Building Standard.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Construction cost knowledge management is a component of integrated LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery. Most real property owners have not yet recognized the importance of construction cost knowledge management and thus have not developed the capabilities needed to support it.
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 3, 2020
Mexico border wall using Defense Department funds. Engineering News-Record reported that construction can continue using funds transferred from military pay and pension accounts, with justices letting stand its earlier ruling… On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court allowed work to continue on the U.S.-Mexico
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 9, 2014
11, 2001, began in its usual manner for John Nienabar, operations manager at ServiceMaster of Springfield, Virginia. At 11:30 a.m., however, Nienabar received an unforgettable call. It was the office of Nancy Judd, head of facilities contracting at the Pentagon, a department that had previously worked with the ServiceMaster Springfield office.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 20, 2019
Mack Defense is building five Granite-based heavy dump trucks (HDT) for testing by the U.S. The Production Vehicle Testing is part of its $296 million contract for armored and armor-capable HDTs, named M917A3, according to the company. The 40-week durability testing will occur at the Army’s…
Construction Dive
APRIL 24, 2024
The embattled aerospace and defense contractor tapped the pair for an assembly building and hangar in St.
Green Building Law Update
DECEMBER 4, 2013
In a tectonic shift in government policy, the Department of Defense will now permit the use of both the Green Building Initiatives’ Green Globes and U.S. The new “Department of Defense Sustainable Building Policy” supersedes the October 25, 2010 policy that authorized only LEED.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 23, 2021
Construction organizations continue to navigate challenging waters, seeking a delicate balance between an aggressive offense to stave off the lingering effects of COVID-19 and a long-term defense that must be defined today. 4 Words to Help Reset Your Company’s Core Business Basics. Alex Headley. Tue, 02/23/2021 - 08:13.
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 15, 2023
Congress clears legislation that includes many initiatives that construction and engineering groups support.
Construction Equipment
JUNE 14, 2017
Army recently awarded Navistar Defense, LLC, a foreign military sales contract valued at $18.8 Navistar Defense MTVs are based on the International WorkStar severe-duty platform designed for both off and on-road operation, and is the backbone for the company's MaxxPro Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle.
Safety Services Company
JUNE 28, 2018
Lessons in Defensive Driving. Welcome to Safe Friday, since June is National Safety Month, we’re going to close out the month by covering the ins and outs of defensive driving. From a business standpoint, integrating key elements of defensive driving safely into your safety culture will help your bottom line.
Safety Services Company
JUNE 28, 2018
Lessons in Defensive Driving. Welcome to Safe Friday, since June is National Safety Month, we’re going to close out the month by covering the ins and outs of defensive driving. From a business standpoint, integrating key elements of defensive driving safely into your safety culture will help your bottom line.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Plans for a multiple lines of defense strategy to protect the Texas Gulf Coast from hurricanes and storm surge moves to Congress for approval with the release of a a final feasibility report and final environmental impact statement from the Corps of Engineers and Texas General Land Office that proposes $28.87
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 20, 2022
of Defense construction is a big winner in the proposed spending package, up 28% to $19B.
Job Order Contracting
JUNE 21, 2023
4 SUPERIOR TECHNOLOGY – We exclusively provide enterprise collaborative software to take full advantage of our construction cost data. This enables simplified data management and the ability to update estimates with various other databases as needed. #4
Jobsite with Procore
MARCH 20, 2023
Digital transformation in construction depends largely on new technologies — many of which have allowed companies to hugely transform how projects are managed today. Construction technology has helped companies move from what can best be described as a defensive […]
Green Building Law Update
APRIL 2, 2012
Dorothy Robyn, Deputy Under Secretary of Defense. Instead, the Department of Defense is going to simultaneously require compliance with its green building code and with LEED certification. I assumed that this statement meant LEED certification was "in the past" and the new construction code would be used in the future.
The Constructor
JUNE 13, 2020
Infrastructure construction and maintenance Defense and Military Aircraft and Aerospace. Where do people in the Non-Destructive Testing industry work?
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 19, 2013
Wimps can’t survive the construction industry. And if you play defense, they will. And if you happen to be a woman, your competitors will assume they will get the best of you until you prove yourself.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 16, 2018
You have no shortage of ways to consume media these days, but we’ve found podcasts can be a great way to learn something new, hear from interesting people or keep up with the latest construction news while you’re commuting to work, exercising or cooking dinner. Get tips, insights and stories in these construction podcasts.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 10, 2014
Oshkosh Corporation announced that its Defense segment plans to reduce its workforce in Oshkosh, Wis., by approximately 250 to 300 hourly positions in December 2014. In addition, approximately 70 salaried positions will be eliminated with the majority being temporary employees, elimination of open positions and those retiring.'
Construction Equipment
MARCH 1, 2021
Mack Defense announced today that the U.S. Army ordered 99 Mack Defense M917A3 non-armored Heavy Dump Trucks (HDT) as part of the previously announced firm-fixed-price $296.4 Department of Defense and Mack Defense. million contract between the U.S. This order signifies the successful testing of…
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 2, 2022
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is one of your workers’ most important lines of defense against hazards on the job. Build an effective PPE program with help from the experts. Greg Ragsdale. Wed, 02/02/2022 - 09:40.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 16, 2014
Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh Corporation company, will showcase its Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) solution—the Light Combat Tactical All-Terrain Vehicle (L-ATV)—at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) 2014 Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C.'
Construction Dive
JANUARY 15, 2019
If the president declares a national emergency, the Department of Defense could reportedly tap up to $23 billion of unallocated construction funds.
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 21, 2021
ISSUE- The required standards for the currency and accuracy of construction cost data used for IGEs have not been met for years, and there is appears to be no plan to address this major failing. FAR 36.203 Government estimate of construction costs. Historical construction costs simply reflect the results of past practices, good or bad.
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 3, 2019
LEAN Construction Delivery requires advanced communication skills. Leverage Defensible Information: Maintain and comprehensively recall, recite, and apply documents, records, notes, data, and independent research in support of critical thinking. The post LEAN Construction and Communication appeared first on 4BT.
Construction Equipment
JULY 25, 2017
Vermeer Damage Defense system initiates shutdown of a tub and horizontal grinder if the hammermill comes in contact with metal while grinding. Available as an option, the system idles down the engine, reverses the infeed or tub, and disengages the clutch. Operators can adjust the sensitivity settings for application conditions.
Job Order Contracting
JUNE 21, 2023
(Note: National average cost data, location factoring, or economic factoring do not provide defensible representations of project costs.) Best Value Job Order Contracting and Total Cost of Ownership Management Learn more… www.4bt.us
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