Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 8, 2015
Since 2000, according to numerous national surveys, less than one-third of workers in the United States are engaged in their jobs as measured by their involvement, enthusiasm and commitment. If you reflect on your most recent encounter as a consumer at your local retail store, restaurant or government agency, your own experience will more than likely validate the reality of these statistics.
Help Everybody Everyday
DECEMBER 5, 2015
It’s that time of year again. Black Friday and Cyber Monday seemed to creep up on us from behind…. …making us feel guilty that we’ve barely polished off our kid’s Halloween candy…. …let alone put even one brain cell into buying holiday gifts. And for me, it’s time to share what has turned into a yearly holiday-themed blog post and email.
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Business Facilities
DECEMBER 8, 2015
Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. The U.S. is expected to become the most competitive manufacturing nation over the next five years, with the current leader China sliding into second position, according to the upcoming 2016 Global Manufacturing Competitiveness Index report from Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited’s Global Consumer & Industrial Products Industry group and the US Council on Competitiveness.
Green Industry Professionals
DECEMBER 11, 2015
TruGreen Chief Executive David Alexander will lead the combined Memphis-based company, which will operate under the TruGreen brand.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 9, 2015
The green building revolution touches every aspect of construction, making the challenge of meeting certification standards increasingly important and potentially challenging for all those involved. Taking advantage of the opportunity to cut energy use and reduce the footprint of a new building or renovation requires planning and coordination among all parties involved.
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Construction Marketing Ideas
DECEMBER 7, 2015
An image from Mark Mitchell’s blog posting on trade show flops (and how to overcome them). This image, I fear, reflects much of what I experienced at the recent Construct Canada show. In a recent posting, Mark Mitchell indirectly explains why the results we achieved at Construct Canada by “doing nothing” and essentially breaking all the trade show rules were nearly the same as when we pulled out all the stops (with one key exception, see below).
Green Industry Professionals
DECEMBER 11, 2015
UPDATE: David Alexander, TruGreen president and CEO, offers insights on the deal between the lawn care industry's two power players.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 6, 2015
Good strategy involves an interpretation of numbers and data. The most important thing to consider is that building an enduring organization requires patience, hard work and, most importantly, a strategic plan that allows the business owner to build the right infrastructure, develop his or her associates proactively and spend the requisite amount of time developing a tactical playbook.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 9, 2015
The contractor failed to provide appropriate fall protection equipment and training, which led to the death of Gabriel Palacios, who fell 35 feet from a roof while working for Longhorn Contractors. . Following an inspection by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the agency cited Longhorn Contractors for three serious, two repeated and one other violation found at an apartment complex work site in Kyle, Calif.
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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.
Construction Marketing Ideas
DECEMBER 5, 2015
One of my Uber receipts. Obviously this is clearer documentation than the traditional hand-written taxi chit. Earlier this week, I tested Uber for the first time, and enjoyed the experience. Push a button on your cellphone and your driver will arrive within minutes — and you’ll know who will be coming (in what car) and can actually see the car arriving on a digital map, with the ETA.
Contractor Bookkeeping
DECEMBER 11, 2015
Is Your Bookkeeper A Keeper? Do You Want To Keep Them For As Long As Possible? Do You Wish They Were Better At Construction Accounting? 50% of the problem is QuickBooks setup was done wrong and it causes you, the contractor, lots of pain and agony. 30% of the problem is knowing how transactions for your contracting company are different from regular bookkeeping. 20% of the problem is your Bookkeeper doesn't love solving puzzles and detective work; they are in the wrong profession.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 8, 2015
CBO : What are your top three general tips for choosing a business appraisal firm?
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 11, 2015
A report found there have been at least 241 reports of close encounters between drones and manned aircraft, reports the Chicago Tribune. Two aircraft must fly within 500 feet of each to meet the Federal Aviation Administration's definition of a near midair collision. The report is based on an analysis of government records detailing 921 incidents involving drones and manned aircraft between Dec. 17, 2013, and Sept. 12, 2015.
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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?
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 10, 2015
According to Earthcam, the new home of the Minnesota Vikings is one of the top 5 most-viewed construction projects, with over 10.7 million views through November. The $1.1 billion project, set for completion in the summer of 2016, is very interesting architecturally. And like many stadium projects, there's no shortage of cranes working the interior.
Digger Blog
DECEMBER 9, 2015
Volvo is claiming that the diesel engine on its EC220E excavator is more fuel efficient than a competing hybrid machine offered by one of its competitors. Volvo is claiming that the diesel engine on its EC220E excavator is more fuel efficient than a competing hybrid machine offered by one of its competitors.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 8, 2015
The growing ability to process big data has led to an era of more insightful corporate leaders and more precise decision-making. Despite the multiple benefits that big data delivers, data processing at that magnitude isn’t necessary for all organizations. However, the same benefits can be reached through data analyzing on a smaller level, opening up the possibility to see the benefits of data insights for small- and medium-sized companies.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 10, 2015
The Port of Jacksonville in Florida hopes to spend $684 million for dredging to create a deeper port in anticipation of more and larger cargo ships, reports The Florida Times-Union. Dredging will deepen the St. Johns River from 40 feet to 47 feet to accommodate super-sized cargo ships.
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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.
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 10, 2015
Government construction contracting represents close to 45% of all U.S. non-residential construction spending, according to a recent review of Bureau of Commerce statistics. To learn more about our reader’s experiences and challenges on government contracts, ConstructionPro Network launched a survey this past summer to find out how smoothly government contracts are run, to learn about any activities that involve construction claims and change orders and to see what trends or patterns might
Best Practices Construction Law
DECEMBER 9, 2015
In the construction world, many of us lawyers talk about what is known as a material breach in order to support a termination of the contract. In other words, the event that supports the claim for default or termination or breach of contract must be a material one or one that goes to the heart of the contract matter. Sometimes, the question comes down to whether an aesthetic or cosmetic defect constitutes a proper ground for termination.
Green Industry Professionals
DECEMBER 8, 2015
The Propane Education & Research Council has extended their propane incentive program - but it won't last much longer.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 11, 2015
Tishman Construction in New York City agreed to pay more than $20 million for overbilling clients, reports CBS New York. The U.S. Attorney’s office in Brooklyn said that Tishman Construction’s payment will include restitution to victims and penalties to the federal government.
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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!
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 10, 2015
By Bruce Jervis The legal standard for a successful differing site condition claim is stated in a variety of ways. At its most fundamental level, however, it comes down to two questions:What representations did the contract documents make regarding physical site conditions?Was the contractor reasonable in interpreting those representations for purposes of bid preparation?
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 9, 2015
Louisiana: Where Partnerships Propel Innovation and Investment originally appeared on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. By the BF Staff. From the September/October 2015 Issue. A rendering of CSC’s next-generation IT center at the National Cyber Research Park in Bossier City, Louisiana, where 800 technology professionals will work after the technology and data center opens in 2016.
Revit OpEd
DECEMBER 11, 2015
In past releases the Project Address parameter that is baked into Revit has always required using the Project Information dialog to enter a proper address format. The usual techniques to force a hard return (like CTRL + Enter or CTRL + M) fail to deliver (for me they've never worked). In 2016 (using R2 now) when I click on the Project Address parameter within a title block family a special dialog appears to add/edit the information, much more bettererer.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 10, 2015
An ordinance passed by the Dallas city council mandates that construction workers take a 10-minute break for every four hours worked, reports NBCFDW. Neither the federal Fair Labor Standards Act nor Texas law requires employers to give their employees breaks. Breaks are considered to be an optional employee benefit, according to FLSA.
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Contractor Magazine
DECEMBER 9, 2015
Special to CONTRACTOR. Ronald McDonald House makes huge strides toward sustainability, occupant comfort. Ronald McDonald House charity was founded in 1974. The organization provides a “home away from home” for sick children and their families while spending time in the city for cancer treatment. read more.
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 7, 2015
Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. Blow-molded plastic products manufacturer Lifetime Products, Inc. will invest $115 million in a new manufacturing and distribution operations in Knox County, creating 500 jobs. Lifetime Products Creating 500 Jobs In Knox County, TN appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
Revit OpEd
DECEMBER 8, 2015
Working with a group of people today several echoed a request I've heard quite a few times over the years. They'd like Revit to let us know when a linked file (Revit/DWG) has changed so they know to use Reload to see the changes. The precedent for this idea is.yeah AutoCAD. I suspect that it might negatively affect the user experience when Revit pauses to check for changes, assuming it can't be done as a background process (or multi-threaded).
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