May 24, 2017 < 1 min read Defining the dimensions of BIM Many know nothing beyond the 3D aspect of BIM. Yet will be key as BIM continues to make its way into the construction in...
April 21, 2017 < 1 min read Time to take BIM and estimating to the next level Building information modeling (BIM) offers many benefits to the AEC industry.
February 9, 2017 < 1 min read The benefits of BIM for estimators In the new e-book BIM Basics you’ll get an overview of BIM from an estimating perspective.
February 7, 2017 < 1 min read The virtual construction world becomes reality Virtual and augmented reality are entering our everyday lives. It's not surprising that virtual construction is also her...
January 17, 2017 < 1 min read Six security questions you should ask your cloud service provider As Dennis Stejskal mentioned in his recent blog series on four cloud computing trends that will impact the construc...
December 14, 2016 1 min read Blending cloud and on-premises computing There is little doubt that cloud computing has reshaped the construction industry. Many contractors I know are now ...
December 6, 2016 3 min read Innovators: Pinnacle/CSG delivers technology advantage to its clients At Pinnacle/CSG, innovative use of information technology is not just an aspirational goal; it’s a core part of the c...
November 30, 2016 < 1 min read Seven top topics and tips for contractors Another year is almost behind us. And what a year it has been! Construction is stronger than ever and overall optim...
October 28, 2016 1 min read Software as a Service comes of age in construction The ability for SaaS to improve communication and collaboration will continue to be the biggest driver of cloud computin...
October 11, 2016 1 min read Four cloud computing trends that will impact construction in 2017 The last few months I’ve been on the road speaking at conferences and talking with contractors about their use of t...
October 7, 2016 < 1 min read Are your estimators using the best tools for the job? Construction estimators are turning to software designed specifically for construction estimating in order to create est...
September 20, 2016 2 min read Five ways technology can improve your customer service Contractors are adopting leaner processes, looking for ways they can eliminate wasteful steps and reduce costs while sti...
July 19, 2016 < 1 min read Write daily reports as if your company depends on it (because it does) In a court of law, a contractor’s daily reports are critical. In many instances, they are considered to be the one of th...
July 14, 2016 1 min read Simplifying the project management paper flow Check out the new Sage Paperless test drive to learn more about how document management software can simplify the invoic...
June 28, 2016 < 1 min read Innovators: STV improves project delivery through integrated information When it comes to innovative thinking that will deliver greater value to building owners, STV is certainly a company to w...
May 18, 2016 < 1 min read New estimating technology to tackle 5D BIM challenges Virtual design and construction (VDC) practices today extend into all phases of the building life cycle—from design, thr...
May 10, 2016 1 min read Three reasons why contractors are adopting BIM for estimating Estimating teams are turning to new technology to help them address challenges. One such technology is 5D model-based co...
May 6, 2016 1 min read The basics of IoT in construction In the world of construction, there are also plenty of opportunities for IoT technology.
March 21, 2016 1 min read Time waster #8: Tracking down invoice approvals Many contractors are integrating document management software with their accounting management systems to streamline the...
September 25, 2015 < 1 min read Bridging the gap between electronic takeoff and estimating Contractors who integrate their estimating software with tools like On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, and eTakeoff talk...
January 9, 2015 1 min read What contractors want to know about going paperless Is the paperless office a reality for construction companies? Many contractors think so and are looking for options for ...
