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New organization bolsters women in contech

Construction Dive

Spearheaded by Hilti's Antonia Elisa Soler Blasco, the multinational organization is breaking down barriers for women in the field

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Organization Breakdown Structure (OBS) in Construction

The Constructor

Organization Breakdown Structure (OBS) can be defined as a framework or hierarchical representation of different roles within an organization, their.

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6 Types of Marketing Organization Structures for Construction

Construction Marketing

HubSpot reported on 9 Types of Marketing Organization Structures on August 15th, 2019: 9 Types of Organizational Structure Every Company Should Consider. The functional structure departmentalize an organization based on a common job.

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Organic on the FTC Agenda

Green Building Law Update

The word is “organic” as it relates to non-agricultural products is the topic of the October 20, 2016, roundtable sponsored by the Federal Trade Commission and the U.S. The roundtable will explore interpretations of organic claims for products that fall outside the scope of the USDA’s National Organic Program (which potentially includes everything from cannabis to shampoo and building materials to dry cleaning, all of which are outside of USDA’s voluntary Program).

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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. Over half of respondents see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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Organic Prestressing System – Applications, Features, Advantages

The Constructor

The organic prestressing system is a concept taken as an inspiration from the behavior of an organic structure (biomimetic or the nature formed. Concrete Prestressed Concrete Concrete Technology

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Avant Organics To Launch Manufacturing Site In Alexandria, LA

Business Facilities

Avant Organics' parent firm Crest Industries will create 40 new jobs with a $4 million capital investment at the Central Louisiana Port. Read: Avant Organics To Launch Manufacturing Site In Alexandria, LA at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Is Your Construction Organization Ready for What Comes Next?

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Viewpoint presenting two key events in June to highlight construction data modernization and business continuity. Viewpoint News

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How to Identify & Drive the Right Motivators Within Your Organization

Construction Business Owner

How to Identify & Drive the Right Motivators Within Your Organization. hirvin. Tue, 05/17/2022 - 11:32. Ask any construction leader what they think the most common reason for employee flight is and you will hear a common refrain: money.

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Construction Underway for Organic Waste Treatment Center

PC Construction

The industrial organic waste treatment center will convert food and beverage residuals and wastewater into renewable energy and treated water to provide a lower cost, greener alternative for food and beverage waste disposal.

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It’s Tax Time. Is Your Construction Organization Ready?

Viewpoint Construction Technology

That word can mean something different depending on your role at your construction organization. Learning tax processes, changes, opportunities and what’s ahead can help your organization gain ground and get the most out of a 2019 return and earn CPE hours in the process. Viewpoint is providing a symposium to help your organization overcome obstacles related to taxes in 2019 and gain more knowledge on tax saving credits.

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REHAU Organizes International Innovation Days

Contractor Magazine

For the first time in its 70-year company history, polymer specialist REHAU invited its employees worldwide to learn about new products, materials and processes

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Illinois Right to Organize Measure Gains Majority, But Not Certainty

ENR Construction

With about 90% of the vote tallied on Nov. 9, results showed 58.7% of voters had approved the state amendment, but it needs 60% to be final

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The main principle of an organization, is

Learn Civil Engineering

Unity of command Effective control at all levels Delegation of authority All the above

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The Importance of Getting Organized

Viewpoint Construction Technology

We’re a little more than halfway through 2017, and I can say without a doubt that this has been one of the busiest, most frenetic years on record for me—both in my professional and personal life. In my professional life, new projects, planned initiatives and unexpected fire drills have kept me more than busy. Outside of my career, unexpected life stresses, new opportunities and sudden about-face changes have not let me get a moment’s rest.

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Organized Down to the Last Detail

Green Industry Professionals

State Street Maintenance applies the same level of detail it practices in its landscaping work to its trailer and equipment organization

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The Organic Architecture of Mickey Muennig

Natural Building

Muenning was a pioneer of California’s organic architecture movement; from the early 1970s, Muennig amassed a portfolio of striking houses with unconventional forms that frame scenic views and blend in with the landscape using mostly timber, stone, and glass.

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Architect Drops Union Bid, But Sector Organizing Continues

ENR Construction

Historic petition to unionize in architecture hits snag on eve of vote by NY firm SHoP, but Architectural Workers United isn't done with sector organizing, says Architectural Record, ENR's sister publication

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Award of Merit Small Projects Muscatine Organics Recycling Center

ENR Construction

The $19.5-million Muscatine Organics Recycling Center is one of just three municipally owned food waste recycling facilities in the U.S. and the only one in the Midwest

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The Interconnected Construction Organization — Part 1: Downfalls of Disconnected Software

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Not only do systems fail to track business processes and struggle to share data outside of the organization while lacking collaboration capabilities, the study found that 23 percent of projects contained inaccurate data due to the software. Dynamic Systems stakeholders realized the outdated systems it was using was creating inefficiencies throughout the organization. Having integrated data and workflows is the key to contractors’ success.

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How to you know if the soil is organic or inorganic?

The Constructor

Hello, I’m currently studying for my FE Civil exam and going over Geotech material. When classifying soils using USCS, after you’ve

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Architect SHoP Drops Union Bid, But Sector Organizing Continues

ENR Construction

Historic petition to unionize in architecture hits snag on eve of vote by NY firm, but Architectural Workers United isn't done with sector organizing, says Architectural Record, ENR sister publication

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Builders, National Organizations Are Axing the Term 'Master Bedroom'

Pro Builder

Builders, National Organizations Are Axing the Term 'Master Bedroom'. cbroderick. Wed, 08/05/2020 - 09:35.

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Style File Online Idea Organizer

Green Industry Professionals

The Style File Online Idea Organizer from Belgard Hardscapes helps expedite hardscape design and installation

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ICC v. UpCodes: Can a private organization copyright the law?

Construction Dive

UpCodes adds access to new building codes and other regulations for its subscribers, but not everyone agrees as to how the tech startup goes about it, especially the International Code Council

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DPR Construction Standardizes Skycatch Across Organization

Construction Equipment

DPR Construction has signed an enterprise-wide agreement with Skycatch, creating a new model of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) standardization and productivity available for all project sites, Skycatch said in a press release. After recognizing the ROI and job site efficiency benefits, DPR decided

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Saniflo USA Donates to Veterans Organizations Ahead of Veterans Day

Contractor Magazine

Recent monetary donations to The Mission Continues and Tunnel to Towers Foundation aim to empower and honor veterans. Around the Web

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The Interconnected Construction Organization — Part 1: Downfalls of Disconnected Software

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Wasted Time and Money

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Crosstown Concourse: An 'organic' urban village

BD+C

In the 1920s sears, roebuck & Co. went on a spree constructing regional distribution centers the length and breadth of the country, from Boston to Chicago, from Dallas to Los Angeles. Sears shipped everything the American consumer could wish for from these massive warehouses: Kenmore appliances, Craftsman tools, kits to build a house. You could order a hound dog. Or a donkey

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It’s Tax Time. Is Your Construction Organization Ready?

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Tackle Your Tax Questions During Viewpoint’s 2019 Tax Symposium for Construction

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Organic Insect Control

Green Industry Professionals

Central Turf's new Organic Insect Control will eliminate ticks, mosquitoes and other insects - but not harm beneficial insects like bees, butterflies and earthworms

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Relationships Drive Rapid Organic Growth

ENR Construction

is the region’s Design Firm of the Year, chosen for its organic growth and vibrant company culture Hargrove & Associates Inc.

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Build an Enduring Organization

Construction Business Owner

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 Good strategy involves an interpretation of numbers and data.

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Organic Can Be a Force of Nature for your Business

Green Industry Professionals

Naturally, more and more consumers are getting curious about organic lawn care as the buzzword continues its eco-conscious climb in popularity

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Caterpillar Announces New Organization

Construction Equipment

announced the creation of Caterpillar Enterprise System Group, a new order-to-delivery organization. Dave Bozeman, current Caterpillar vice president with responsibility for the Integrated Manufacturing Operations Division, will lead the organization as senior vice president with responsibility for the Caterpillar Enterprise System Group. Caterpillar Inc.

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Massachusetts Community Explores Possible Shift to Organics

Green Industry Professionals

Massachusetts community invites organic lawn care expert to address town, says growing body of scientific evidence shows that pesticide exposure, even at low levels, can adversely affect health and environment

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Landscaper Details Continued Success with Organics Program

Green Industry Professionals

First featured in 2011, Pacific Landscapes discusses how its organic and sustainable lawn care programs have changed over the years

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Organized Living Celebrates 100th Anniversary

BD+C

. Cincinnati, Ohio (May 28, 2019) - Organized Living, a leading manufacturer of home storage and organization systems, is celebrating a century of expertise in the building industry this year

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New Organic Landscape Guide Helps Professionals Protect the Environment

Green Industry Professionals

The manual provides recommendations to landscape contractors on how to effectively conduct organic land care

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How healthcare organizations can leverage design and culture's symbiotic relationship

BD+C

Although most healthcare leaders recognize the inherent link between work place design strategy and their organization’s culture, few deeply understand the reciprocal relationship that exists between the two. Far too often, healthcare leaders view their places of work and care as a container that responds to existing culture and not a change agent to inspire culture change.