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Report: US cities' massive budget cuts impact infrastructure, capital expenses

Construction Dive

As some projects continue, others may not take off as municipalities slash budgets and the coronavirus continues to threaten the country, a survey from the National League of Cities found.

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California transit, road work to continue despite $54B state budget deficit

Construction Dive

Gavin Newom's revised budget instructs the state's DOT to accelerate projects and improve roads as a way to restart California’s economy.

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Where contractors are most likely to exceed the budget

Construction Dive

Budget overruns can pop up in any part of a project's budget — specifically, these four major areas.

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Defining a Construction Budget: The 2024 Cheat Sheet

Build LLC Blog

BUILD breaks down the construction and project costs for a challenging economy with an update to our Construction Budget Cheat-sheet The post Defining a Construction Budget: The 2024 Cheat Sheet appeared first on BUILD Blog.

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The Constructors Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it.

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How Mortenson maintained less than 2% budget variance leveraging Autodesk Construction Solutions

Construction Dive

See how one company addressed the challenges of gaining efficiency and improving communication in design and preconstruction.

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Biden’s 2024 budget proposal bolsters OSHA funding by 17%

Construction Dive

The plan would increase the agency’s number of full-time positions, but it still has a hard time filling jobs.

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Guide to SaaS, PaaS, and Hybrid ERP: Make the Right Deployment Choice

By understanding the nuances of these options, you can make decisions that enhance your ERP's performance while aligning with budget and long-term goals. This guide reviews how each approach supports key priorities such as managing complex projects, maintaining data sovereignty, and achieving seamless collaboration.

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Scalable ERP Tailored for Small to Mid-Sized Construction Firms

Whether you're managing labor budgets, tracking progress, or reducing rework, CMiC’s ERP is the strategic solution to elevate your construction operations. With tools that adapt to your business needs, CMiC simplifies communication between the office and field, ensuring greater efficiency and reduced risk.

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Your Blueprint for Efficient Construction Project Management

Learn how to integrate advanced tools that centralize budgets, schedules, and performance metrics. Take control of your construction projects with this comprehensive guide to modern project controls. Discover strategies to prevent overruns, predict risks, and optimize workflows using real-time data and predictive insights.

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The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs

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 deadlines, busted budgets, and a happy customer.    We are going to dive into the art of contingency planning and how you can deal with unforeseen costs.