Business Facilities
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
The Lone Star State has been the top state for exports for 19 consecutive years, surpassing the combined total for its three closest competitors. The post Everything Is Big In Texas—And Getting Bigger appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Photos courtesy Bendheim. By Thomas Renner. Like most projects, architectural choices in education projects are incredibly complex. Many decisions including critical energy performance and efficiency choices are especially crucial. The biggest influencers are the community and site where the school is being built. Also important are budget and requirements for specialty spaces; gymnasiums and auditoriums are large masses that influence school design.
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Practical Law Construction
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
“Quick and dirty” is not a phrase that we usually associate with dispute resolution. However, as many construction practitioners will know, adjudication provides an exception. Speed has its benefits but it rarely makes things simple. As our colleague, Ravinder, explained in her blog , adjudication is not always a straightforward process.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Leslie Shiner's tips for maximizing construction cash flow and improving contractors' bottom lines.
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.
Contractor Bookkeeping
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Every contractor has a Job Costing Library; some keep it in their head, some keep it on paper with names like completed jobs, bids, estimates. Other contractors keep it in their QuickBooks For Contractors' software records. Still, other contractors rely on places like RS Means for comprehensive databases of construction costs. These are similar to the "Flat Rate Books" used by car repair shops for decades.
Business Facilities
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Submissions will be accepted for Business Facilities’ 2021 Economic Development Deal of the Year Awards until December 1, 2021. Awards will be featured in the January/February 2022 issue of Business Facilities. The post 2021 Deal Of The Year Entries Now Being Accepted appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
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Job Order Contracting
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Job Order Contracting has never been easier. 91% of FM managers say there’s a gap between the knowledge and skills their team has and what they need to excel. – 2021 PMI Survey. Improvement is never easy and is especially difficult in the public sector where the same methods have been in place for decades. Savvy public facility management professionals are diligently working to significantly alter the ‘status quo’ and achieve significant performance gains.
Civiconcepts
OCTOBER 30, 2021
Difference Between Wood and Timber Wood is a hard fibrous material that forms the main substance of the trunk or branches of a tree or shrub used for fuel or … Difference Between Wood and Timber | What Is Wood | What Is Timber | What Is Lumber Read More ».
Business Facilities
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Massive disruptions to global supply chains during the pandemic have forced the logistics sector to rapidly adapt, with manufacturers moving their supplier networks closer to home. The post Logistics: Constant State Of Change appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
Natural Building
OCTOBER 30, 2021
The remains of a settlement on the windswept northern tip of Newfoundland reveals eight timber-framed structures that resemble Viking buildings in Greenland. Scientists now believe that this site, known as L’Anse aux Meadows, was inhabited by Vikings who came from Greenland. A reconstruction of a Viking-age church at Norstead, Newfoundland, near the L’Anse aux Meadows, site of a settlement of Vikings who were present in 1021.
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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.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
The sights and sounds of the churchgoing experience should enhance the feeling of being immersed in an inspirational environment, where hope is generated, and burdens are lifted. By Buddy Siebenlist. Religious services are carefully customized to deliver timeless and transformative messages evoking thought and contemplation. To produce the maximum effect, they should stimulate the senses as well as the mind.
Job Order Contracting
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Construction Program Portfolio Management provides significant advantages to project management. What’s the difference? Program management applies a robust process to each project and/or work order. This programmatic approach mitigates miscommunication, waste, and change orders. The net result is 90%+ of repair, renovation, sustainability, and new builds are completed in a quality manner, on-time, and on-budget.
Business Facilities
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
In his LiveXChange Keynote presentation, former FBI special agent Mike German called for a national strategy to root out law enforcement with links to white supremacist groups. The post FBI, DOJ Must Root Out White Supremacist, Law Enforcement Links appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
As was the case with BIM nearly 20 years ago, digital twins are now reshaping the built world in terms of how infrastructure is designed, constructed, and operated.
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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.
Practical Law Construction
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Of the 25 years since the introduction of adjudication, 20 have followed the Court of Appeal drawing attention to the tension between adjudication and insolvency in Bouygues (UK) Ltd v Dahl-Jensen (UK) Ltd. The most recent major decision dealing with insolvency and adjudication is John Doyle Contractors Ltd v Erith Contractors Ltd. In their blog post , Edward Shaw and Hadley Dickson provided a summary of the Court of Appeal’s decision and considered its potential implications, in particular for
Job Order Contracting
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Experience working with Contractors of all sizes – Four BT, LLC (4BT) is a certified veteran-owned small business (Veterans Administration), and fully understands the needs of smaller contractors when working with government organizations for the first time and on an ongoing basis. As a small business ourselves, we know what smaller contractors face and have experience meeting their needs and have experience building their capabilities.
Business Facilities
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Hello Bello plans to create 200 new jobs at its world-class manufacturing facility in Waco, TX, the company's first in the U.S. The post Independent Diaper Manufacturer Hello Bello Opens Factory In Texas appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
The utility has already spent $856 million on remediation and is moving on new cleanup projects, but court battle to stop it from passing costs to ratepayers will likely continue.
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 Marketing
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Operating a single business location is extremely challenging. Operating a multi location construction business in an era in which you have to try and convert online shoppers into paying customers? That’s next-level. While the challenges may seem endless, there are several concerns that must be prioritized. In this article, we will explore how an all-encompassing website, elite shopify store locator , and clear set of operating procedures are must-haves for any multi location construction busine
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
The importance of hard work and thinking big cannot be understated, especially in the world of modern design and construction. These are the very things that lead to growth, innovation, and career success, which is why it’s essential that we strive to embody these traits in our day-to-day lives. One person who’s doing just that is Justin Lipsey , VDC Technical Leader at SSOE. .
CK Power
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Engineers aren’t engine people. That’s where CK Power comes in. Our complimentary spec review service helps you mitigate risks by putting expert eyes on your MEP documents. We’ll clean it up, identify gaps, make suggestions, consider current regulations and finesse the installation details of your project within 24-hours. This helps you avoid future headaches such as: Wasted time fielding requests for interpretation (RFIs) and writing addenda.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Companies and others with 100+ workers could "regularly" test them as option to mandated vaccine in forthcoming standard, a Labor Dept. spokesperson says, but issues are still unclear, including its publication and effective dates.
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Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.
Work Gearz
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Industrial-grade gloves and most other types of gloves usually have 4 numbers mentioned on them. Whether or not you paid attention is one thing, but these numbers are very significant when it comes to determining how safe, abrasion-resistant, tear-resistant, blade cut resistant, and puncture-resistant your gloves are. . Various manufacturers promise utmost protection and how their gloves are the best.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
In any workplace, good decisions drive good outcomes. In construction, those outcomes can vary from staying on schedule to facing major time and cost over-runs. But decision makers are now contending with more complex projects and shorter timelines than ever before. In fact, four in five APAC construction professionals say schedule compression is fueling the need to make more rapid decisions, according to Autodesk Construction Cloud’s new Harnessing The Data Advantage In Construction report.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Water traces below an intermediate horizontal curtain wall framing member indicates past glazing leakage. Photos courtesy of WJE. A multi-story office building in the southeastern United States had experienced water leakage since soon after construction. Leakage to the interior of the building was so extensive occupants resorted to creative water management techniques, including placing plastic sheets and a variety of receptacles to collect water entering the building during rainstorms.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Millennial and Gen Z workers are needed to fill the construction labor shortage. Learn how we can attract these skilled workers to construction careers.
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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.
Business Facilities
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
With more than 260 one-on-one meetings, Business Facilities’ 2021 LiveXchange event came roaring back to life last week in Tucson, AZ. The post Business Leaders Hail The Return Of In-Person BF LiveXchange appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
An Ultimate Guide to Improving RFIs in Construction. Request for information, or colloquially known as a construction RFI. You know they happen, but you probably don’t like them, you don’t like losing time over them and paying for them. But as certain as death and taxes, RFIs are a necessity in the construction industry. Although there are ways to keep RFIs low, many contractors don’t avail themselves of these options, and therefore end up paying through the nose and reducing their bottom line d
Natural Building
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
The Plastic Flamingo is a social enterprise that collects and transforms plastics in the Philippines into better products. Their aim is to fight the country’s plastic waste crisis — the philippines is the third-biggest polluter in the world — by turning bottles, soft plastics, etc. into planks that can be used as a building material. Ocean plastic pollution is one of the world’s biggest environmental problems and in the Philippines, 500,000 metric tons of plastic end up in the ocean every year.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Four months after the tragic collapse of a wing of the 12-story Champlain Towers South residential condominium in Surfside, Fla., the Miami-Dade police gave private forensic investigators access to the site, but for measurements only.
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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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