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Rankings Recognize Best Metros For Corporate HQs, Business Climate

Business Facilities

In Business Facilities’ 2022 Metro Rankings Report, cities across the U.S. and Canada are hot spots for corporate headquarters, best business climates.

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The Connected Construction Professional Series: IT Roles

Viewpoint Construction Technology

How Construction Internet Technology Professionals Can Connect Their Tech Stack to Streamline and Safeguard Their Company’s Data and Workflows.

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What’s New with Autodesk Construction Cloud? 35+ Releases You Should Know  

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Summer is the busiest time of year for construction. For those professionals living in the northern hemisphere, both the weather and work are heating up. With tight project milestones and schedules to meet and robust crews to manage, your time is limited. . At Autodesk, our goal is to help your teams work faster and smarter all year long. This month, we have nearly 40 product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate,

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Common Construction Contractor Bookkeeping Issues With Accounts Payable

Contractor Bookkeeping

Accounts Payable keeps track of the bills owed to a supplier or subcontractor. A proper Construction Contractor Bookkeeping System uses the Accounts Payable feature to track unpaid bills. The bank wants to get paid, and unlike the contractor who is embarrassed to call an old customer, the bank is very willing to call early and often for any outstanding payments due.

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Expert Guide to Making the Best Construction ERP Decision for Your Firm

Choosing the right ERP system is a pivotal decision for any construction company. Our buyer’s guide is crafted to provide leaders with the essential knowledge needed to make informed choices. This guide delves into the critical aspects of selecting a construction ERP, including making the right decision, building internal support, and identifying the best software for your organization.

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Metro Rankings Report Honors Thriving Industrial Parks, Logistics Leaders

Business Facilities

Elk Grove Business Park, IL leads Industrial Parks, while Memphis, TN tops Logistics Leaders in Business Facilities’ 18th Annual Rankings Report.

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The Latest from Autodesk Build: 28 Product Updates 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Construction professionals can’t stop talking about Autodesk Build. Since its launch just one and half years ago, the software solution has been making a significant impact on how teams across the office and the field collaborate and manage their projects. . Our customers remain our biggest source of product enhancements and changes. This month, our product teams are excited to share nearly 30 product updates – many of which are driven directly by customer feedback. .

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5 Types of Kitchen Island | Top Kitchen Island Styles | Best Kitchen Island Shapes

Civiconcepts

What do you mean by Kitchen Island? The kitchen island is a freestanding type unit that adds to boost the functionality of kitchen activity and also boosts the aesthetic of … 5 Types of Kitchen Island | Top Kitchen Island Styles | Best Kitchen Island Shapes Read More ».

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How to Wash Greasy Work Clothes?

Work Gearz

Greasy work clothes take our life to clean them! But not anymore with some most effective tips that I am going to share with you in this article. I have been through this tough time multiple times and have tried various ways to save my favorite workwear from the grease and oil stains. And in this journey I found some unique ingredients that helped me through these stubborn oil stains.

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SkyWater To Build $1.8B Semiconductor Plant At Purdue University

Business Facilities

In a public-private partnership with Indiana and Purdue University, SkyWater Technology will pursue CHIPS Act funding to build a $1.8B semiconductor plant in West Lafayette.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

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.

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Field and Office Communication: 9 Surefire Ways to Close the Gap  

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Field and office communication are essential to a well-run project. However, many times it can feel like field and office teams operate in their own world. Those in the office may never step foot on a jobsite. By the same token, workers in the field might never understand the back-end intricacies of collaborating with so many different suppliers, designers, architects, engineers, and owners.

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Not One, But Two Air-Rights Projects Rise Over Massachusetts Turnpike in Boston

ENR Construction

After a nearly four-decade drought, two separate air-rights projects with a combined cost of $1.7 billion are taking shape, including one set to be a major life sciences hub in the city.

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6 Care and Maintenance Tips for Your Air Conditioning Unit

Construction Marketing

Now that summer is here, many homeowners now realize the importance of their AC units. However, summer is also a time when many people have problems with their units, from strange noises to poor performance. AC repairs can be quite costly, so it’s always best to do everything you can to avoid them. That’s why we’ve put together this list of tips on how to take care of your AC unit.

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Simmons Pet Food Plans Expansion Projects In Kansas And Iowa

Business Facilities

New canning lines in Emporia, KS and Dubuque, IA, and a new pet food distribution facility in Edgerton, KS are part of the pet food company's $500 million growth plan.

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The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs

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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8 of the Latest Integrations with Autodesk Construction Cloud

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The quality of your data can make or break your ability to make informed project decisions. But the more teams adopt new digital tools, the more data they capture within isolated and disconnected silos of information. However, with the right data management systems and strategies, construction teams can breach those silos and get the high quality, connected information they need to make good decisions that move projects forward at minimum risk. .

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Biden Picks AECOM's Shailen Bhatt for Top FHWA Post

ENR Construction

President Joe Biden has announced he will nominate Shailen Bhatt, former head of the Colorado and Delaware departments of transportation and now a senior vice president with design firm AECOM, to lead the Federal Highway Administration.

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Tips for Salvaging Building Materials

Natural Building

Reclaimed or salvaged building materials can be sourced from buildings that have been deconstructed, demolished, or remodeled and from the excess construction material of building sites. Incorporating these reclaimed construction materials into projects is better for the planet and more financially responsible. Plus, recycled building materials often come with a unique history or one-of-a-kind appearance that adds a special touch to your project.

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Industry Group Launches Platform To Grow Semiconductor Industry Workforce

Business Facilities

The SEMI Foundation introduced an interactive platform designed to strengthen access for underrepresented workers to educational and employment opportunities in the semiconductor industry across the U.S.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to

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5 Reasons Construction Professionals Can’t Miss Autodesk University 2022

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Calling all construction professionals—we’ve got some exciting news: Autodesk University is back in person and better than ever! Taking place from September 27-29 in New Orleans, AU 2022 will fill you with knowledge and inspiration so you can build the world you want to see. From driving digital transformation to building resilience through sustainability and cloud-based solutions, AU 2022 covers the essential topics to help you improve your business—both in the short and long-term. .

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Contractors Face More Pressure From High Material Prices

ENR Construction

Impacts from rising prices still are felt despite recent signs they are stabilizing, according to Associated General Contractors and Associated Building Contractors analyses and testimony aired in congressional committee round table event.

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Can Snakes Bite Through Rubber Boots?

Work Gearz

Whenever it comes to hiking or working outdoors on the harsh terrains the first thing which comes to mind is harsh weather and the second, snakes! Snakes are masters of camouflage in the wild.  This makes it more difficult to see snakes when walking. Hence you need to save your feet and legs against snake bites because they are more vulnerable in this situation.

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Independent Financial Expands Texas Corporate HQ

Business Facilities

Phase Two of the financial services company’s $150 million McKinney, TX headquarters campus supports an expanding workforce, provides new amenities.

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Sustainable Construction: Practical Strategies for Reducing Material Waste

In the construction industry, efficient material management and waste reduction are essential for both environmental sustainability and economic success. This detailed eBook provides an in-depth look at methods to cut waste and boost material efficiency. Topics covered include sustainable design principles, utilizing BIM for waste minimization, precise estimating and ordering, and effective storage and handling of materials.

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Autodesk Expands Learning Resources to Boost Digital Skills of Construction Teams in the Office, Trailer and Field

Autodesk Construction Cloud

New initiatives aim to develop tech skills in the current workforce and encourage a new and diverse generation to consider construction as a career. San Francisco, CA – July 20, 2022 – As part of its strategy to provide customers with digital tools for a competitive advantage in the market, Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) today launched the next phase in its effort to upskill current construction workers and help the industry engage the next generation of prospective recruits.

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State-Fed Fight Heats Up Over Building Private Nuclear Disposal Sites

ENR Construction

Nuclear Regulatory Commission will answer state's new court claim that US Supreme Court ruling limits agency power to license $350M interim storage site, while New Mexico sues NRC over $230M storage site now moving forward.

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A Better Future Demands Better Road Building Techniques Today

Paradox Blog

For most of us, roads are long stretches of pavement that serpentine through the countryside and keep our cities organized in neat grids. But – as with anything – there’s a lot more going on beneath the surface.

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GE Appliances Launches Appliance Manufacturing In Connecticut

Business Facilities

GE Appliances' first Monogram Smart Flush Hearth Oven rolled off the production line yesterday at the CoCREATE Stamford microfactory.

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Future-Proof Your Firm: Discover the Power of Next Gen Construction ERP

In the face of rising customer expectations and evolving industry standards, staying ahead in construction demands innovation. A Next Generation Construction ERP is designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating this advanced system into your tech stack, you empower your team with a single source of truth, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.

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What Is Building Valuation | Purposes of Building Valuation | Building Valuation Methods

CivilJungle

Introduction of Building Valuation. In this world, everyone has his value. Just like that, every materialistic thing has its specific value. The word ‘value’ refers to the worth or cost of something. The calculating method of the worth or monetary cost of a building at present is known to us as the building valuation. Before selling or buying a building or any other thing, it is wise of you to know the exact value of the thing you are buying.

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Holtec Seeks DOE Loan for $7.4B Plan to Deliver Small Modular Reactors

ENR Construction

Manufacturer and nuclear plant decommissioning specialist is partnering with operator Entergy to advance use of its future SMR-160 reactors at existing sites.

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Contractor License Bonds: Everything You Need to Know

Levelset

In order to perform construction work, many states require contractors to be “licensed and bonded.” What does that mean? Well, every state sets its own rules for contractor licensing, and contractors often must purchase a surety bond in order to legally practice their trade. In this article, we’ll explain the details of contractor license bonds, including what they are, who needs them, who they protect, and the process of obtaining one.