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8 Major Cybersecurity Requirements Contractors Need to Bid for Government Contracts

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Construction contractors who want to bid on government contracts need to use NIST 800-171 and other cybersecurity frameworks requirements.

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Piloting the Transition From Boomers to Zs

Construction Business Owner

Piloting the Transition From Boomers to Zs. Alex Headley. Wed, 08/18/2021 - 08:30. I find that stereotypes typically get a bad rap, especially those that refer to age. Stereotypical baby boomers are goal-centric, team-oriented and have a strong work ethic. They may have worked at the same company for the majority of their career. At the opposite end of the spectrum, stereotypical Generation Zers have short attention spans, are addicted to technology, can’t handle face-to-face interaction and are

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Programmatic LEAN Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting

LEAN Job Order Contracting, as represented by the 4BT OpenJOC(TM) Framework, is a programmatic methodology applied to all construction projects and work orders. Typically a construction projects have been consider to be unique, with each requiring its own approach, means, and methods This is a fundamentally flawed perspective that has significantly contributed to rampant historical economic and environmental waste across the AECOO sector (AECOO – Architecture, Engineering, Construction,

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Quality of Life: Working Where It’s Great To Live

Business Facilities

Take our quality of life tour and paddle your way through our showcase of locations that have it all: a live/work/play balance with lots of choices for the live and play parts. The post Quality of Life: Working Where It’s Great To Live appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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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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8 Most Popular Types of False Ceiling You Should Choose for Home

Civiconcepts

What Is False Ceiling? A False Ceiling is different from a standard ceiling which is made from decorative material such as gypsum board, PVC panels, and tiles, etc. There is … 8 Most Popular Types of False Ceiling You Should Choose for Home Read More ».

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Fannie Mae green bonds program could be greenwashing

BD+C

Fannie Mae’s green bond program to spur efficiency upgrades may be falling far short of its goals, according to analysis by Grist.

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Tips for Enacting Workplace Mask, Vaccine Requirements

Pro Builder

Tips for Enacting Workplace Mask, Vaccine Requirements. cbroderick. Wed, 08/18/2021 - 09:54. Delta variant outbreaks have caused masking ordinances and vaccine mandates to return, but requirements vary business to business. Many are revisiting their requirements and reinstituting masks for employees regardless of vaccination status, such as Target, and some have required vaccines for employees working in person, such as Microsoft.

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The 2021 Top 250 International Contractors: Paving the Road to Recovery

ENR Construction

International contractors on the long road to rebounding from the COVID-19 pandemic might find a shortcut to recovery in infrastructure projects, as countries ramp up spending to help build economies back to normal. While the global construction market is red hot for some firms, it is stone cold for others as contractors deal with unpredictable project risks while readying for new growth opportunities.

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American Trailer World Creates 225 Jobs In Georgia

Business Facilities

American Trailer World has invested $20 million to expand advanced manufacturing operations at its Franklin County, GA Carry-On Trailer™ facility. The post American Trailer World Creates 225 Jobs In Georgia appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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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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Build Group Sees Results With Site Intelligence App Buildots

ENR Construction

Keeping track of construction progress is often a matter of waiting for engineers and site supervisors to walk the site and document it when they can. Getting that data into the general project pipeline is a challenge in itself.

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Earthbag Tiny Home Building

Natural Building

Here is an article by Morgan Caraway recently published in www.motherearthnews.com My wife, Mary Jane, and I built our first earthbag home in 2009, after being inspired by the Mother Earth News book Earthbag Building. Our circular house was 20 feet in diameter and incorporated a bottle wall and reclaimed French doors. The build took us less than five months, and the total cost was under $5,000.

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Previewing ENR Texas & Louisiana's 2021 Top Specialty Contractors Ranking

ENR Construction

Specialty Contractors doing business in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma and Texas will be featured in the Oct. 4 print issue of ENR Texas & Louisiana in the region's annual Top Specialty Contractors ranking. Firms will be ranked by both total regional revenue and by sector.

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Hastings Architecture completes two new K-12 projects in Nashville

BD+C

Hastings Architecture has recently completed two new K-12 projects in Nashville; the Christ Presbyterian Academy Fine Arts Center and the Montgomery Bell Academy H. Frank Burkholder Wellness Center. While the projects have vastly different programs, they’re both critical components on their respective campuses.

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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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Computer Vision Construction Management Platform Doxel Raises $40 Million From Insight, Others

ENR Construction

Doxel uses computer vision to predict, track and monitor progress on construction sites. The startup recently raised $40 million in Series B funding.

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Four Additional Challenges of Online Home Sales

Pro Builder

Four Additional Challenges of Online Home Sales. cbroderick. Wed, 08/18/2021 - 09:37. Do You Convert’s Kevin Oakley shared three truths about online home sales, but there are four more to consider from the perspective of an architect. Deryl Patterson of architecture firm Housing Design Matters says to consider understanding scale, comprehending floor plans, experiencing colors, textures, and finishes, and site variations, such as sun orientation, noise, site lines, and topography.

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'Right to Repair' and Fixing Equipment in a Digital Age

ENR Construction

The issue of Right to Repair touches any device with embedded systems, with implications for the construction equipment sector.

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Home Builder Sentiment Drops to Lowest Level Since 2020

Pro Builder

Home Builder Sentiment Drops to Lowest Level Since 2020. cbroderick. Wed, 08/18/2021 - 09:47. Home builder sentiment dropped to its lowest level since July 2020 amid continued labor and building material challenges. The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index reported builder sentiment at 75 in August, down 5 points from last month's index.

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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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AECOM Shifts Base, Some C-Suite to Dallas from LA

ENR Construction

Global giant retains 2,500 California staff core; AFL-CIO deputy Liz Shuler named to interim top role following Richard Trumka's death

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10 Ways Keep Your Socks From Slipping Off Your Heel

Work Gearz

Not all socks will give you the slippage issue! The problem of slipping off from heels lie only with the no-show socks as they end just above your heels! Might be because of the loose elastic, or the loss of silicone grip, or even due to over use they tend to become loose and slip off from your heels. But to your delight, I have some amazing hacks to solve your problem and keep your socks from slipping off your heels which I am going to share in this article!

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After 2 Jobsite Deaths, OSHA Proposes $1.35M Fine Against Boston Contractor

ENR Construction

OSHA cited Atlantic Coast Utilities and Advanced Utilities Inc. and Shannon Construction—all owned by Laurence Moloney.

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Are Cowboy Boots Supposed to be Slippery?

Work Gearz

Cowboy boots have a history behind them and if you do not know that, you are really missing something! Many of you keep asking me hey Stephen, “Why are the cowboy boots so slippery?”. And to answer that question, I have finally decided to come up with this article which will take you to the history of the cowboy boots, why were they actually made and the reason behind their slippery soles….

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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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20 years after developing the first open core hospital design here is what the firm has learned

BD+C

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Congress Pushes New Offshore Wind Supply Chain Tax Breaks

ENR Construction

East Coast senators want 30% investment tax credit and production tax credit for union-labor manufacturing sites, as proposed projects ramp up in Maryland and North Carolina

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Two Possibilities for Inflation and Potential Impacts on Home Prices

Pro Builder

Two Possibilities for Inflation and Potential Impacts on Home Prices. cbroderick. Wed, 08/18/2021 - 09:22. Predictions for the future of inflation and housing prices are split into two camps: transitory and persistent. Consumers and firms are worried about inflation and its effects on housing prices, says John Burns Real Estate Consulting, and those who see the future going transitory see inflation as temporary.

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Ford F-150 Hybrid Offers Onboard Power for Remote Sites

ENR Construction

Rare is the contractor that hasn’t had to deal with the issues that come with deploying a decent portable generator on a remote jobsite.

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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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Construction Officials Call for End to Damaging Tariffs, Quotas on Materials + Services

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Extreme price increases continued in July for a wide range of goods and services used in construction, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data. Association officials urged President Biden to immediately end tariffs and quotas on steel, aluminum, lumber and other essential construction items to help stave off inflationary pressure in the construction industry.

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AECOM Shifts Base, Some C-Suite to Dallas from LA; Liz Shuler Elected AFL-CIO President

ENR Construction

Design giant retains 2,500 California staff core; big labor group's ex-deputy now is first woman lo lead it and steelworkers' VP Fred Redmond, elected secretary-treasurer, is first Black in top exec role.

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Congress Pushes Offshore Wind Supply Chain Tax Breaks

ENR Construction

East Coast senators want 30% investment tax tax credit and production tax credit for union manufacturing sites, as proposed projects ramp up in Maryland and North Carolina