Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 1, 2022

From increased project starts to a look at where the construction industry stands with its DEI efforts, here's a look at some of May's headlines.

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Business Facilities

JUNE 3, 2022

Ford's $3.7B Midwest investment across Michigan, Ohio and Missouri will support production of 2 million EVs a year by end of 2026, strengthen portfolio of gas-powered vehicles.

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Jobsite with Procore

JUNE 1, 2022

Whether they realize it or not, most contractors are unknowingly practicing workforce management (WFM) and often on a spreadsheet, whiteboard, home-grown system, or even on paper.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 3, 2022

One of the biggest challenges construction company owners like you have with an in-house bookkeeper is training them to work for your best interest, not theirs, and deliver consistent results and the reports you can trust daily, year after year. Having been involved with construction and construction accounting and bookkeeping for over thirty years, we have seen a consistent pattern repeated over and over that will turn ordinary, decent, pleasant bookkeepers into a disheveled, broken, mean, nast

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Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

Risk Management

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 2, 2022

How Australian and New Zealand contractors can build their own connected construction environments.

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Business Facilities

MAY 31, 2022

Across the U.S., locations partner with educational entities to foster Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) skills to fill labor market demand.

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Engineering 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 3, 2022

Construction documents help keep your projects organized and guide the construction process from start to finish. Having access to these construction documents puts information into the hands of the right people at the right time, so decisions can be made quickly and action can be taken to finish projects on time and within scope. . There are many documents that you’ll come across when working in construction, but there are around 10 that make up the core essential documents that you need to hav

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Schedule Management Building Permits General Contracting Project Management 98

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 1, 2022

Construction Cost Estimating Factors 2022 – Construction Cost Estimating Factors that determine validity, transparency, and level of cost management capability. CORE PRINCIPLES. An estimate is no better than its basis. An estimate is a prediction and carries uncertainty. An estimate is a decision-making tool. Variations in an estimate can be found in the basis.

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Business Facilities

MAY 31, 2022

The region has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing economies in the nation and is just a short drive away from major mid-Atlantic cities including New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.

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ENR Construction

MAY 30, 2022

Major US water, waste utility groups lobby Congress for exemption from developing federal enforcement of stiffer rules to clean up ubiquitous toxic substances in the environment.

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The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 1, 2022

With hundreds of updates to Autodesk Construction Cloud products in the last year alone, keeping tabs on all these new changes can feel overwhelming. Chances are you’ve heard about recent big, highlighted releases such as the model accessibility in mobile and Bridge. But you might not have heard about some of the latest understated, but high-impact product enhancements. .

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 28, 2022

Optimizing repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction outcomes isn’t difficult. It does, however, require a robust LEAN Job Order Contracting programmatic framework. Real property owner leadership and commitment to fundament change are the first step. The combination of owner support and a programmatic LEAN JOC Program integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery teams to enable the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds on-ti

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Contracts Lean Construction Quality Assurance Procurement 89

Business Facilities

JUNE 3, 2022

Over the years San Antonio, TX has been known for many things but technology wasn’t necessarily one of them — until recently, that is.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 2, 2022

Construction technology can lead our industry out of crisis and to better work practices. Bentley technology executive offers contractors a five-point plan to more efficiency.

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Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

Construction Management

Work Gearz

MAY 30, 2022

Rigger gloves are basically safety gloves that people wear to protect their hands from various kinds of occupational hazards. They are usually made from very tough leather and other materials like high-end cotton. Both of these materials are known to be durable, which is why people all over the world choose to add rigger gloves to their PPE kit. There are several types of jobs that require you to wear rigger gloves.

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 2, 2022

Construction Cost Management = Transparency and Credibility. Is your construction cost estimate… Comprehensive? Well-documented? Credible? Unbiased? CORE PRINCIPLES. An estimate is no better than its basis. An estimate is a prediction and carries uncertainty. An estimate is a decision-making tool. Variations in an estimate can be found in the basis.

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Business Facilities

MAY 31, 2022

Renewable energy, workforce availability were critical in Coloplast's decision to open its second medical devices plant in the La Lima Free Zone Industrial Park in Cartago. .

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ENR Construction

MAY 30, 2022

Retired four-star U.S. Army Gen. Stephen R. Lyons will lead efforts to improve the flow of cargo at U.S. ports and untangle other slowdowns in the sprawling U.S. freight supply chains.

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Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

Construction Management

Jobsite with Procore

JUNE 1, 2022

As technology pushes forward to modernize construction, could an innovation from the past provide construction with the next big thing that helps everyone stay in control?

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Wolgast Corporation

MAY 31, 2022

Ground breaking ceremonies are an excellent way to start off your building project. With the need for content creation the way that it is these days, a ceremony is a sure-fire way to bring excitement and attention to your future building and business. Since ground breaking ceremonies aren’t a regular occurrence for many business owners, if you’re planning one, you may be asking “What is the best way to commemorate the start of a construction project?

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Business Facilities

JUNE 1, 2022

Business Facilities' May / June 2022 issue focuses on workforce development, including STEM, higher education partnerships, quality of life, and more.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 1, 2022

Ex-federal wall builder agrees to maintain his privately funded and sited Texas riverbank barrier, with signs of instability, for 15 years and to post $3M repair bond.

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Construction Management

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 3, 2022

The amount of data used in the construction industry is staggering—and only poised to grow in the future. Consider that some of the world’s largest infrastructure projects require an average of 130 million emails, 55 million documents, and 12 million workflows, according to a recent FMI report. With so much data being captured from a vast range of sources, many construction firms can’t manage and process this massive amount of information on their own.

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CivilJungle

JUNE 3, 2022

Introduction of Marble Price. Marble is an easily available material in the market. It is used on floors and tables, washrooms , and walls of a house or building. The price of marble varies on so many different factors. From cheap to costlier a variety of marble is available. The quality of marble is also variable. From highly decorative to simple marble can be found in the market.

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Business Facilities

JUNE 2, 2022

In Tempe, AZ, the satellite communications company will add 1,500 jobs at its second site in ASU Research Park.

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ENR Construction

MAY 31, 2022

Large scale voltage lines move ahead in federal reviews, as utilities seek to link more onshore wind and other renewable energy in their changing power source mix.

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Aging construction ERP systems can slow down productivity and put your business at risk. If you’re working with outdated software, you may be missing out on essential features and innovations like AI, AR, and enhanced reporting capabilities. This guide provides you with insights regarding when you need to upgrade and outlines what to look for in a new construction ERP system.

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Levelset

JUNE 3, 2022

Construction contractors face potential loss with each project they take on. When a loss occurs, it can put a real crunch on a contractor’s cash flow. Large losses have the potential to bankrupt a company or cause them to close for good. Project loss insurance has the potential to save contractors from devastating project losses, no matter the cause.

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Jobsite with Procore

JUNE 3, 2022

Building Information Modelling (BIM) is increasingly being specified by government, institutional and large commercial clients. However, the adoption of BIM lags among the small to medium enterprises that comprise most businesses in the global construction industry.

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Business Facilities

JUNE 2, 2022

The technology solutions integrator's expansion project will create an additional 116 jobs in Lowell, AR.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 2, 2022

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says state agencies must coordinate to avoid duplication during permit application review processes for large infrastructure projects.

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Contingency planning is a strategic plan to allocate resources, time, and money if “all hell breaks loose” on a project. It considers risk mitigation and planning for a worst-case scenario.  Contingency planning in construction is necessary. You're expected to throw in a percentage to cover a contingency plan in your estimates but is it enough? There is an art to this type of planning and, if project leaders aren’t careful, a contingency plan could cost the company a lot more than lapsed deadlin

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