Wed.May 02, 2018

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Why Firms Should Automate Time & Material Tracking

Construction Business Owner

While construction has been one of the slower industries to adapt, the digital tech genie is now out of the bottle. According to the World Economic Forum, the construction industry will be almost entirely digitized within 10 years, with an overall potential savings of $1.2 trillion globally due to increased efficiency and productivity. Those kinds of numbers can’t be ignored.

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How to Successfully Integrate Construction Accounting and Operations

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Visibility throughout a construction business is critical for long-term success. Decision-makers need to have access to real-time data to steer the company in the right direction, and those managing projects on the ground need clear communication from the office to execute projects efficiently and effectively. It’s no secret, though, that many contractors rely on spreadsheets for workflows like accounting, project management, scheduling and estimating.

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3 Areas of Risk Reshaping the Construction Market in 2018

Construction Business Owner

There are many questions concerning the insurance and surety marketplace for construction in the United States in 2018. Will auto insurance rates continue to increase? How will the aftermath of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria affect insurance rates? What should construction companies budget for builder’s risk insurance? The following is a snapshot of likely changes in the coming months.

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How to Successfully Integrate Construction Accounting and Operations

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The Challenge of Disconnected Construction Software.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Robots set to start filling Japan's labor shortage

Construction Dive

A Japanese construction firm said three robot models it's developing will fulfill specific jobsite tasks amid the country's ongoing labor shortage.

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Push toward college degrees limits skilled trade workers

Construction Dive

Parents are still steering their kids toward college as the construction industry remains desperate for skilled workers to fill high-wage jobs.

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New Sensor Security Technology for Autonomous Vehicles

Construction Equipment

Regulus Cyber has launched its new Pyramid Solution Suite , security products specifically configured to protect autonomous equipment from malicious or unintentional interference.

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Crane simulator provides real-world training in safe setting

Construction Dive

CM Labs Simulation virtual training program replicates the challenges of crane operation in dense urban areas.

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The crowded market and the monopoly: Two sides of the marketing coin

Construction Marketing Ideas

Bruce Johnson continues to publish some truly useful marketing resources, and his latest post: Five Ways to Differentiate Your Business in a Crowded Market, provides much useful information. The issue: You are one of many players in the game. As Johnson wisely observes, a crowded market isn’t necessarily a bad thing — because there is […].

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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Autodesk expands R&D center for collaboration on new technologies

Construction Dive

Along with Autodesk’s Build Space, several other initiatives focus on collaboration and innovation to advance the construction industry.

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Is Ford planning to purchase and renovate Detroit’s long-abandoned Michigan Central Station?

BD+C

Ford recently confirmed its interest in purchasing Michigan Central Station in Corktown. According to Crain’s Detroit Business , Edsel Ford II said the company’s board of directors was made aware of plans to purchase the infamously abandoned station as part of a redevelopment of Corktown. The building is currently owned by the family of billionaire Manuel Moroun.

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Update: Nashville Voters Reject $5.4 Billion Transit Construction Plan

Construction Equipment

The Let's Move Nashville transit plan that would have brought five light-rail lines, four rapid bus corridors, and an underground tunnel to ease car traffic in metro Nashville failed in Monday's referendum vote by a margin of about 64 percent to 36 percent.

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Construction employment increases in 245 metro areas between March 2017 & 2018, as trade fights & infrastructure funding shortfalls loom

BD+C

Construction employment increased in 245 out of 358 metro areas between March 2017 and March 2018, declined in 67 and stagnated in 46, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said that the new figures come amid questions about how a possible trade war and long-term infrastructure funding shortfalls will impact the construction sector.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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General Dynamics Electric Boat Investing $800M In Connecticut

Business Facilities

The company will retain and grow its workforce to more than 13,000 jobs over the next 17 years, with help from up to $63 million in state incentives. . - Read: General Dynamics Electric Boat Investing $800M In Connecticut at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Energy Department releases Updated EnergyPlus and OpenStudio building energy modeling tools

BD+C

The U.S Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. National Labs released updated versions of open-source whole-building energy modeling tools: the EnergyPlus engine and the OpenStudio software development kit (SDK) and application. EnergyPlus 8.9.0 includes the ability to accept input in a JSON (Java Script Object Notation) format called epJSON. epJSON is derived from the existing IDF format and shares its object structure.

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Dana Electric Axle in Workhorse Delivery Vehicle

Construction Equipment

Dana and Workhorse Group announced the design, development, and production of a city delivery vehicle featuring Dana’s Spicer Electrified integrated e-Drive axle. Workhorse has been developing electric vehicle (EV) solutions since 2007 and has nearly 3 million miles on Workhorse EVs in last-mile delivery routes, according to Dana.

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STEM Leaders

Business Facilities

Locations across the country are racing to make sure their higher ed resources are producing stem-skilled graduates. Here are our picks for the top tier of the leaderboard. - Read: STEM Leaders at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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Political Football: Gubernatorial Candidate Threatens Raiders Stadium Deal

Construction Equipment

Dan Schwartz, Nevada's current state tresurer and candidate for the upcoming governor race, told the Las Vegas Review-Journal he wants to rework the Raiders stadium deal and promises to withhold funding for roads leading to the venue if he doesn't get what he wants.

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Top Landscaping Trends to Consider this Year

Green Industry Professionals

Changing landscaping trends can be hard to keep up with. Here are a few to look out for this year.

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University of Washington spending $1B on construction projects

Construction Dive

Construction is planned or underway for a number of buildings, and funding sources include a $210 million donation from the Gates Foundation.

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Common Pesticides May Alter Estrogen Production

Green Industry Professionals

A widely used pesticide is potentially effecting the ability for humans to produce estrogen.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!

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Utility relocation costs for Fresno leg of California bullet train increase by $396M

Construction Dive

The new estimate represents a near 600% increase from CHSRA's 2013 estimate of $69 million.

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Nashville Lands AllianceBernstein Corporate HQ, 1,050 Jobs

Business Facilities

The asset management firm will invest more than $70 million to move its corporate headquarters from New York City to Davidson County, TN. - Read: Nashville Lands AllianceBernstein Corporate HQ, 1,050 Jobs at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Alaska requests $925M for transportation, infrastructure

Construction Dive

The state's surface transportation program would receive the largest amount — $670 million.

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Renewable Power Gains Traction as Grid Supplier

ENR Construction

Construction sector firms are helping corporations and utilities navigate low-cost clean-energy sources and distributed generation in a changing electricity marketplace.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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Carpenter's lawsuit alleges gender-based firing

Construction Dive

A New York-based construction firm faces a lawsuit claiming it discriminated against women.

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EPA Budget Cuts Get Chilly Reception in House

ENR Construction

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt, appearing at two House hearings on April 26, faced criticism about the agency’s proposed fiscal year 2019 budget request and also was grilled about controversies surrounding his management and use of agency resources.

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Green Industry Professionals - Untitled Article

Green Industry Professionals

Twelve CSU students are suing the university for not accrediting the landscape architecture master's program.