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Legalized Marijuana: Opportunities and Impact for Commercial Real Estate and Construction

HardHatChat

to legalize the use of recreational marijuana. As more states adopt laws legalizing recreational weed, marijuana companies are looking to get licensing and mobilize in those states quickly. A version of this post was published in Illinois Real Estate Journal as a byline article from Englewood Construction.

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Seven Traits of Profitable Specialty Contractors

Fieldwire

Anyone who has managed a construction company, department, or project knows profitability can be challenging. Intense competition, fluctuating market conditions and other factors often result in tight profit margins. Even with numerous challenges, specialty contracting can be profitable. In-Demand Expertise. Clear Communication.

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Cannabis Retail Construction: How to Navigate the Green Rush

HardHatChat

Between 2018 and 2022, Englewood’s national construction work in the cannabis retail industry grew by 100% and we expect that trajectory to continue as more states legalize recreational marijuana use and cannabis firms expand into new markets. That has been true.

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The Role of Construction Software Technology in Mitigating Risk

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Sometimes there is little bearing on ongoing operations, but, depending on the nature of the conflict, these disputes can have serious ramifications which have the potential to cause brand damage, profitability issues or human resource issues. Technical and Legal and Compliance Issues. Process Issues. Project Issues.

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Top OSHA Violations in Construction (2021)

Levelset

OSHA Standard 1926.1053 sets load limits, clearance guidelines, and other safety requirements for ladders on a jobsite. Of course, on a small residential job, it could mean the difference between making a profit and ending up in the red. Legal fees. On-demand legal help you can afford. Ladders – 2,096 violations.

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ASTM vs ASME Standards: Whats the Difference?

Work Gearz

ASTM and ASME are two such organizations that came about to develop but not dictate guidelines and certain standards to manufacture high-quality industrial products. Furthermore, since they are just guidelines they do not need to be followed as compulsion by said manufacturers, inspectors, and installers unless a part of the contract.

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From Zero to Hero: Construction Risk Management

Safety Services Company

Also known as management risks, project risks involve hazards like mismanagement of funds, inefficiency, and lack of proper operational guidelines. Legal Risks. These legal binding documents detail how long the project would last and how much contractors would be paid. Increased Profits.

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