How Better Construction Project Management Projections Can Boost Your Bottom Line
Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Learn best practices for construction project management projections.
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10 helpful tips for construction managers
Lets Build
DECEMBER 10, 2020
Finishing homework in school was always an achievement. Be it an hour before school started or a day before the holidays ended. Finishing a project is an achievement on its own. This feeling goes on till the end though. When it comes to a construction project, the feeling amplifies. Architects, construction managers, or contractors are passionate people who work tirelessly to bring ambitious plans to reality and contribute to society in their own way.
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13 Construction Technology Trends to Watch
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 9, 2020
13 Construction Technology Trends to Watch. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 12/09/2020 - 05:20. The world’s rapid transformation from manual processes to digital technologies is empowering the industry. Construction companies are now provided with unprecedented levels of transparency, choice and convenience. With enhanced capabilities, there is an increased demand for higher quality, greater safety and timely completion of projects.
The Birds: Migratory Bird Treaty Act redux without Tippi Hedren
Green Building Law Update
DECEMBER 13, 2020
Three weeks ago the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed a regulation to finally resolve and codify the legal principal that an incidental bird take resulting from an otherwise lawful activity, for example a sparrows flies into a solar panel, is not prohibited under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. The Fish and Wildlife Service is the federal agency delegated the primary responsibility for managing migratory birds consistent with four international migratory bird treaties (between the United St
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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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.
RELATIONSHIP-BASED CONSTRUCTION PLANNING, PROCUREMENT, AND PROJECT DELIVERY
Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 18, 2020
RELATIONSHIP-BASED CONSTRUCTION PLANNING, PROCUREMENT, AND PROJECT DELIVERY is the only proven method to consistently drive best value outcomes. All of the tools and support services required are readily available to allow any owner with appropriate leadership skills and motivation to efficiently integrate disparate teams of people, process, information, and technology.
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How Viewpoint Analytics is Reshaping Construction Data
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DECEMBER 8, 2020
As the construction industry continues to evolve, more and more contractors are turning to data analytic solutions like Viewpoint Analytics.
A LetsBuild Christmas story: Chapter one – Getting back control using APROPLAN
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DECEMBER 15, 2020
After a challenging year, not only for construction but for the entire world, Christmas is finally just around the corner. But before we say goodbye to 2020, we want to tell you a story. It’s a two-part story that involves construction sites, lots of hard work, a fair share of coding and plenty of optimism for the future. Yes, you’ve guessed it right!
3 Lessons From the West Virginia DOT on Developing a Drone Program
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 30, 2020
3 Lessons From the West Virginia DOT on Developing a Drone Program. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 12/30/2020 - 10:02. State departments of transportation (DOTs) are responsible for building and maintaining critical infrastructure across the country and finding new and innovative ways to address the demands of future growth on the nation’s roads and bridges.
Five Ways to Accelerate Construction
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 9, 2020
Five Ways to Accelerate Construction. Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 12/09/2020 - 17:29. Effective strategies to stay on schedule in the COVID era & beyond. GCP Applied Technologies. December 09, 2020. Effective strategies to stay on schedule in the COVID era & beyond. From extreme weather to inadequate supply of workers, construction projects are prone to disruptions.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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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.
ZMI Introduces Drone Capable of Lifting 1,000 Pounds
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 16, 2020
ZM Interactive (ZMI) announced the newest additions to its line of xFold drones, the xFold Dragon, capable of lifting up to 1,000 pounds, and the Dragon Hybrid, with a flight time of 1.5 hours on battery and more than eight hours with a hybrid system.
Collapse of Willow Island Cooling Tower: One of the Worst Construction Disasters in the History of US
The Constructor
DECEMBER 4, 2020
The basic requirement in the design of any structure is that it should safely support all the loads during construction and in service. During the.
Stop Leaving Cash on the Table: Reducing Construction Profit Fade
Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 16, 2020
In our most recent Take 15 webinar, we will reveal how modern software can help reduce profit fade.
Insurance Industry Locations: Shaping The New World Of Insurance
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 30, 2020
The Hartford Region is home to the headquarters of most of the leading global players in the insurance sector. The insurance industry generates more than $16 billion in output in the region, employing more than 70,000. - Read: Insurance Industry Locations: Shaping The New World Of Insurance at BusinessFacilities.com.
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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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?
How to Seize Opportunities in Construction Post-COVID-19
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 17, 2020
How to Seize Opportunities in Construction Post-COVID-19. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 12/17/2020 - 16:50. Does your company have a plan for growth in the post-pandemic construction industry? Here's how to make one that leverages technology and mitigates risk.
Decarbonizing the Cement Industry
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 4, 2020
Decarbonizing the Cement Industry. michael.delros…. Fri, 12/04/2020 - 15:48. Digital and chemical solutions enabling CO2 reduction. GCP Applied Technologies. December 04, 2020. Cement manufacture accounts for roughly seven percent of total man-made CO2 emissions. Today, cement and concrete producers are demanding more sustainable ways to produce these materials. .
New Leasing Index Down in November
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Overall new leasing business was down 21 percent in November to $7.3 billion, after posting $9.3 billion in October. Business was down 7 percent compared to November 2019, and cumulative volume is off 6 percent to 2109.
8 Advanced Non-Destructive Testing Methods You Should Know About
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DECEMBER 16, 2020
It is important for nations to preserve historical monuments and conduct necessary repair and strengthening practices for their survival for the.
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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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.
Viewpoint’s Top Construction Blogs of 2020
Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 28, 2020
A look at the 12 most popular Viewpoint blogs of 2020.
Chicago’s Old Post Office get new zip with massive $900 million renovation
BD+C
DECEMBER 23, 2020
The Old Chicago Main Post Office, designed by the famed Chicago firm Graham, Anderson, Probst & White, is a one-of-a-kind building in the historic context of Chicago. Originally completed in 1921, it underwent a monumental expansion in 1932 to meet the city's unprecedented postal needs. The meteoric rise of the mail-order industry, spearheaded by the Chicago-based Montgomery Ward and Sears catalogs, turned Chicago into the distribution center of the nation nearly overnight. .
An Examination of the Construction Underwriter's Outlook
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 14, 2020
An Examination of the Construction Underwriter's Outlook. Elizabeth Manning. Mon, 12/14/2020 - 16:43. Learn what the construction surety underwriter is looking at in your business from 2020 and into 2021 when auditing your firm for surety and bonding purposes.
Quality of Life: Working Where You Want To Live
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Millennials are looking for all of the excitement and amenities found in large urban centers, but at a much lower cost and with the better overall quality of life found in mid-sized cities. - Read: Quality of Life: Working Where You Want To Live at BusinessFacilities.com.
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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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!
Caterpillar M316 Wheeled Excavator
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DECEMBER 9, 2020
The 36,400-pound M316 Caterpillar wheeled excavator has a 148-horsepower Cat C4.4 diesel, and digs to 18 feet 6 inches. Maximum loading height for the Cat wheeled excavator is 23 feet 5 inches. It can travel at speeds up to 21 mph.
What are the Reasons Behind the Growth of UAE’s Construction Industry?
The Constructor
DECEMBER 22, 2020
Innovation in any field is the application of new ideas and is often complex and dynamic even if it is not technical in nature. In the construction.
Spot Robot Dog Expands with Arm Attachment, Teams up With Drone, and more!
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DECEMBER 15, 2020
Image courtesy of Percepto. Spot, the popular yellow robotic dog/grasshopper from Boston Dynamics, was officially released for sale to anyone earlier this year and it continues to make new friends – and grow new limbs apparently. Sticking with the theme of dogs being man’s best friend, spot has been busy making new friends with a drone and teaming up with construction technology powerhouse, Trimble.
2020 K-12 School Sector Giants: Top architecture, engineering, and construction firms in the U.S. K-12 school facilities sector
BD+C
DECEMBER 4, 2020
AECOM, Gilbane, and PBK head BD+C 's rankings of the nation's largest K-12 school facilities sector architecture, engineering, and construction firms, as reported in the 2020 Giants 400 Report.
Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High
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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!
4 Steps to Creating a People-Focused Culture
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 15, 2020
4 Steps to Creating a People-Focused Culture. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 12/15/2020 - 16:29. What your construction team can learn from a 102-year-old general contractor about building a strong company culture and an engaged workforce.
Two Projects Bringing 700 Jobs, $512M In Investment To Greenville, NC
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DECEMBER 9, 2020
Thermo Fisher Scientific will invest $500M and create 500 jobs, while Grover Gaming will invest $12.5M and create 200 jobs in Greenville, NC. - Read: Two Projects Bringing 700 Jobs, $512M In Investment To Greenville, NC at BusinessFacilities.com.
Deere Upgrades G Series CTL Tracks
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DECEMBER 7, 2020
New rubber tracks for the G Series Deere compact track loaders provide better performance and durability, the company says, due to improvements in construction and design. The new arched roller path helps to shed debris and improve roller path life, according to John Deere.
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