How does Inflation Affect Construction Industry?
The Constructor
JULY 4, 2022
Inflation is a major challenge for the construction industry as it leads to an increase in the prices of building materials, hiring rates of.
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The Connected Construction Professional Series: Finance & Accounting Roles
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 6, 2022
How Construction Accounting and Finance Can Work Smarter and Make Better Sense of the Numbers with a Connected Construction Management Suite.
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Nominate Your Company's Best for CBO's Outstanding Women in Construction 2022
Construction Business Owner
JULY 6, 2022
Nominate Your Company's Best for CBO's Outstanding Women in Construction 2022. Recognizing today's leading construction professionals. Kathy Wells. Wed, 07/06/2022 - 09:29. Construction Business Owner (CBO) Magazine is honoring some of the construction industry’s most hardworking construction professionals with a special section dedicated to Outstanding Women in Construction (OWIC).
Target Value Delivery in lean construction
Lets Build
JULY 22, 2022
When you need to deliver on high-value projects, it makes sense to seek out more efficient, effective ways to go about it. The principles of lean construction are nothing new, and most construction professionals understand the risks of not using an organised, proven process when taking on a new project. However, many owners and contractors still struggle to implement lean concepts into their projects.
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?
Manufacturer, Agribusiness To Invest Over $94M In South Carolina Expansions
Business Facilities
JULY 25, 2022
In South Carolina, SHL Medical to invest $90 million in its new North Charleston manufacturing site; City Roots will invest $4.4 million to expand in Richland County.
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Carbon Concrete: Production and Advantages
The Constructor
JULY 19, 2022
Carbon concrete is a sustainable construction material produced from concrete and carbon fibers or bars. The carbon is incorporated into the concrete through mesh-like textile mats placed between its layers or as randomly or uniformly dispersed fibers throughout the concrete. Carbon fiber improves the tensile strength of concrete to a great extent. Carbon bars can […].
The Connected Construction Professional Series: IT Roles
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 20, 2022
How Construction Internet Technology Professionals Can Connect Their Tech Stack to Streamline and Safeguard Their Company’s Data and Workflows.
Solve Your Staffing Problems With the Right Tools
Construction Business Owner
JULY 8, 2022
Solve Your Staffing Problems With the Right Tools. How BambooHR meets the top 3 construction industry HR challenges. mhodges. Fri, 07/08/2022 - 11:19. Using the right tool for the job makes all the difference. While so many jobs have benefited from technological advancements, the world has yet to see a digital jackhammer or a cloud-based crane. That said, there are many ways BambooHR can help meet the top three HR-related challenges faced by construction industry administrators and employees.
Breaking down the 6 principles of Lean construction
Lets Build
JULY 29, 2022
Construction companies worldwide are embracing lean construction principles in hopes of reducing waste, lowering costs, and increasing productivity. However, understanding the core principles of lean construction can be confusing—you’ll find different explanations of the methodology everywhere you look. We’ll explore the six principles of lean construction and discuss some strategies for implementing them in your organization. 1.
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.
Rankings Recognize Best Metros For Corporate HQs, Business Climate
Business Facilities
JULY 21, 2022
In Business Facilities’ 2022 Metro Rankings Report, cities across the U.S. and Canada are hot spots for corporate headquarters, best business climates.
The New Home Trends Institute Releases New Insights Report
Pro Builder
JULY 22, 2022
The New Home Trends Institute Releases New Insights Report. ecatalano. Fri, 07/22/2022 - 10:44. The New Home Trends Institute recently released its July 2022 Survey Insights Report, outlining changing homebuyer expectations, the reallocation of indoor and outdoor spaces, and how floorplan design continues to react to new consumer demands. The New Home Trends Institute, from John Burns Real Estate Consulting in partnership with Pro Builder , just released its July 2022 Survey Insights Report.
What is U-Value of a Building Component?
The Constructor
JULY 20, 2022
The U-value of a building component measures the energy (heat) lost through a square meter of the material for every degree difference in temperature between the inside and the outside environment. Technically, U-value measures the thermal transmittance of material in W/m²·K (Watts-per-meter-square-kelvin). The U-value of a building component represents how effectively it behaves as an […].
Hot Tips: How Contractors are Beating the Summer Heat
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 18, 2022
Trimble Viewpoint customers came through with some hot tips for staying cool during the summer months!
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!
Your Guidance Matters
Construction Business Owner
JULY 29, 2022
Your Guidance Matters. Kathy Wells. Fri, 07/29/2022 - 05:00. Most managers focus on producing results, such as: finishing projects on time and on budget, scheduling crews, ordering materials, managing subcontractors and suppliers, winning new contracts, getting paid, hiring good employees — all the many things necessary to keep a company functioning properly.
What to Look for in Construction Design Software
Lets Build
JULY 15, 2022
Construction design software is a necessity in today’s digital landscape, giving industry professionals an easier way to create blueprints and drawings of new designs. With construction design software, you can visualize different design possibilities, create professional presentations, better assess risks , and make more informed decisions. However, the construction design software market is overflowing with options—what works for one company might not be ideal for yours.
Virginia Leads States In Tech Talent Pipeline, Cybersecurity Rankings?
Business Facilities
JULY 28, 2022
Virginia once again earned top spots for both Tech Talent Pipeline and Cybersecurity in Business Facilities' 18th Annual Rankings Report.
Microunit Communities Offer Starting Point for Gen Z Renters
Pro Builder
JULY 28, 2022
Microunit Communities Offer Starting Point for Gen Z Renters. ldeakins. Thu, 07/28/2022 - 10:27. The rise of microunit communities gives Gen Z renters a chance to find affordable housing in high-cost metro markets. Microunit communities are taking over the multifamily sector to meet the needs of Gen Z, the youngest renter demographic. Microunit communities include rental units that range in size from 350 square feet to 500 square feet and feature walkable neighborhoods and amenities like fitness
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!
Saudi Arabia’s Mirrored Skyscrapers to House Nine Million People
The Constructor
JULY 30, 2022
Saudi Arabia has unveiled the images of yet another mega project called the “Mirror Line” in the city of Neom. The structure involves the construction of two parallel, mirrored buildings with a height of 500 meters running across 75 miles. At this height, the skyscraper will stand taller than the Empire State Building. According to […].
Hiring Construction Workers: The Inside Scoop on What Young Professionals Want
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 25, 2022
3 Best Practices for Attracting and Retaining Young Talent for Your Construction Workforce.
How Can Contractors Get Ahead of Fluctuating Materials Pricing?
Construction Business Owner
JULY 29, 2022
How Can Contractors Get Ahead of Fluctuating Materials Pricing? Kathy Wells. Fri, 08/26/2022 - 05:00. " />.
How Has Covid Affected the Construction Industry?
Lets Build
JULY 8, 2022
In many respects, the answer to the question “How has COVID affected the construction industry?” is “less than most other sectors.” Despite a temporary halt in construction during pandemic lockdowns, the impact on construction was relatively short-lived. Because this was internationally viewed as an essential industry, often taking place outside, construction companies and their staff were able to resume something approaching normal working conditions surprisingly rapidly.
Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies
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Metro Rankings Report Honors Thriving Industrial Parks, Logistics Leaders
Business Facilities
JULY 18, 2022
Elk Grove Business Park, IL leads Industrial Parks, while Memphis, TN tops Logistics Leaders in Business Facilities’ 18th Annual Rankings Report.
Overheard in the Big Room: The Future of BIM Across the Lifecycle
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JULY 25, 2022
Technology has enabled rapid advancement in almost every sector, but nowhere are its effects felt as greatly as in construction. While humans have been engineering architectural feats for thousands of years, traditional drawings are often siloed, stagnant, and vulnerable to rapid obsolescence. . Building information modeling (BIM) is set to change all that, its revolutionary goal since the 1970s when it was first proposed.
What is Ashcrete?
The Constructor
JULY 18, 2022
Ashcrete is an environmentally friendly material that is considered a substitute for traditional concrete. The invention of ashcrete is the result of efforts toward the production of sustainable construction materials. Not only does ashcrete reduce carbon emissions, but it also utilizes fly ash, which is a by-product of coal combustion that was previously disposed of […].
How Tech and Data Improve Construction Practices and Processes
Jobsite with Procore
JULY 27, 2022
The challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic has required the construction industry to turn to digital tools to successfully adapt to the pandemic and maintain productivity. This disruption has boosted construction's use of technology and adoption.
Learn How to Boost Productivity for Every Project
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For construction contractors, productivity is everything. Download this guide to discover how digital production tracking improves project visibility, data collection, and production insights—all in real time.
12 Types of Rugs | Different Types of Rugs With Pictures | Best Types of Rug For Living Room | Best Rug For Bedroom
Civiconcepts
JULY 11, 2022
Introduction To Rugs Rugs are one of the most used decorative elements in every house as well as for other utility purposes, in spite of the fact of rugs are … 12 Types of Rugs | Different Types of Rugs With Pictures | Best Types of Rug For Living Room | Best Rug For Bedroom Read More ».
Are 3D-printed buildings the future of sustainable construction?
Lets Build
JULY 1, 2022
3D-printed buildings have been popping up more frequently over the last few years, but are they a gimmick, or could they be the future of sustainable construction ? As the industry focuses on green construction to alleviate the environmental stresses caused by construction—the sector uses 48% of global energy , depletes natural resources, and is responsible for 38% of global greenhouse gas emissions —construction professionals worldwide are searching for ways to make their efforts more sustainab
New York, San Francisco Top Fintech, Crypto Leaders Rankings
Business Facilities
JULY 28, 2022
New York City leads the pack in Fintech, San Francisco is the Crypto Market Leader, and Morgantown, WV tops new Metros For Movers list in Business Facilities’ 18th Annual Rankings Report.
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