May 18, 2016 2 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 2 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 2 min read The basics of IoT in construction In the world of construction, there are also plenty of opportunities for IoT technology.
March 23, 2016 2 min read Data: the critical link in project life cycle collaboration One definition of collaboration describes it as “the action of working with someone to produce or create something.” Tha...
March 21, 2016 2 min read Time waster #8: Tracking down invoice approvals Many contractors are integrating document management software with their accounting management systems to streamline the...
November 23, 2015 3 min read What to say to the people you don’t hire Taking the time to personally notify interviewees about your final hiring decision helps set you apart as an employer of...
November 13, 2015 3 min read Five tips for improved equipment management Equipment is one of the big three for costs on any construction project. Find out ways to better manage your equipment.
October 14, 2015 2 min read Seven training tips to attract and retain employees If you’re looking for ways to attract workers to your construction company—and who isn’t these days–don’t forget about t...
September 25, 2015 2 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 abou...
September 18, 2015 1 min read Four ways to find construction craft workers and professionals According to an AGC 2015 survey, 76 percent of responding construction firms report having a hard time finding qualified...
August 17, 2015 3 min read Four fundamental construction contract rules Contracts, preferably in writing, are critical to assure participating parties in a construction project meet their obli...
July 22, 2015 1 min read Is your company’s job application process a black hole? Take a minute and put yourself in the shoes of your job applicants. Do they know exactly where they stand in the hiring ...
May 15, 2015 2 min read Five things successful construction and other startups have in common When it comes to starting a business, construction appears to be a popular choice. That’s according to the 2015 State of...
April 29, 2015 3 min read How well do you know your job costs? “Running construction jobs without knowing your job costs is like driving blindfolded in a NASCAR race. You’ll surely cr...
April 22, 2015 1 min read Why you need to become an employer of choice Most of us are painfully aware that we are in the midst of a qualified worker shortage in the construction industry. So ...
April 9, 2015 3 min read Six reasons why construction is a cool career choice Many workers don't understand the opportunities a construction career can offer. Learn six reasons why construction is c...
February 12, 2015 2 min read Want advice on being happy at work? Talk with a construction worker! What is the best career choice? Construction! Construction has a happiness advantage: there are many opportunities for g...
January 9, 2015 2 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 ...
