Business Facilities
JANUARY 5, 2022
Louisiana’s many advantages — including incentives, facilities and skilled crews — attract major productions. The post Louisiana Is Built For Film And TV Production appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 27, 2022
From vaccine mandates to new construction opportunities, these are some of the headlines we were following in January 2022.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 16, 2022
Augmented reality (AR) has proven its value across multiple industries and has demonstrated that it can be leveraged beyond the realms of gaming and entertainment. As such, the AR/VR market is expected to see a 77% CAGR from 2019-2023. In retail, brands are adopting augmented reality to enrich the online shopping experience, allowing shoppers to see what an item (e.g., a piece of furniture or appliance) might look like in their own environment.
Safety Services Company
JANUARY 11, 2022
Companies that put more emphasis on production and the bottom line will still lose revenue because of employee safety incidents. Having someone on board who’s passionate about EHS pays its own dividends. In this episode, Todd Waldron , Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor at Comstock Resources , joins us for a lively conversation about being a truly effective EHS leader.
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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking. Learn how to structure contracts with price protections, streamline procurement workflows with automation, and avoid labor cost increases with smarter workforce planning.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JANUARY 28, 2022
Every manager has habits that make them effective. Managing contractors doesn't just mean scheduling them and making sure they're progressing on the project, but also knowing how to address workplace matters proactively - for one, the growing generational differences among their peers to communicate effectively and boost productivity. These days, it's inevitable that a diverse group of older and younger workers cross paths in the construction industry.
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Business Facilities
JANUARY 20, 2022
Fortune 100 company 3M will add nearly 600 new jobs at its manufacturing operations in Clinton, TN by 2025. The post 3M Company Investing $470M In East Tennessee Expansion appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 26, 2022
Construction professionals are optimistic about growth in 2022, according to results from a new Viewpoint Network Survey.
Civiconcepts
JANUARY 17, 2022
What Is Ladder? A ladder is a piece of climbing equipment made up of repeating bars or steps (rungs) between two upright lengths of metal, wood, or rope that is … 10 Different Types of Ladders and Their Uses | Best Types of Ladders | Material Used For Ladders Read More ».
Safety Services Company
JANUARY 4, 2022
Management systems are a great way to assess and control environmental health and safety issues within your organization. They help you along the implementation journey ensuring you get buy-in at every level. So how do you go about using a management system? The framework to remember: plan –> do –> check –> act. In this episode, Jackie Baxley , Principal and EHS Practice Leader at HRP Associates, Inc. , talks about how management systems work and best practices for
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. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JANUARY 21, 2022
The daily processes and transactions involved in operating a general maintenance and repair contracting business can mean long hours of repetitive tasks and occasional oversights due to human nature. These days, you can use technology to take care of almost any issue facing your business. Automating these tasks can result in significant savings in resources and eliminate mistakes caused by human error.
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 31, 2022
The GAO has been issuing reports for decades concerning the next for ALL federal agencies to improve their facilities management practices. While the same can be said for ALL State, County, and Local Government and other public sector organizations, the GAO’s focus is federal. The GAO reviewed the asset management practices of six federal agencies: the U.S.
Business Facilities
JANUARY 12, 2022
The three winners were selected from a record-setting number of entries submitted for Business Facilities’ 2021 Deals of the Year awards. The post Ford, Samsung Electronics, KORE Power Named 2021 Deals Of The Year appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 19, 2022
Learn how your construction organization can simplify these 5 workflows with the help of connected construction technology.
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.
Practical Law Construction
JANUARY 19, 2022
I appreciate that not everyone will agree but, as well as striving to get to the right answer, correctly applying the law, and so on, most adjudicators also want to provide the parties with a decision that is ultimately enforceable by the TCC. I think I also speak for most adjudicators when I say that it comes as somewhat of a relief when we read a judgment on BAILII or the like and we’ve been enforced.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 31, 2022
Photos courtesy Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association ( PIMA ). by Marcin Pazera, PhD. When installing a new or replacement low-slope roof, the right components can dramatically improve the system’s performance and longevity. As the continued effects of climate change place greater demands on the built environment, adequate insulation has increasingly become a central element in evaluating a building’s resiliency and thermal efficiency.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JANUARY 7, 2022
There is a natural ebb and flow in the business cycle, which in regular times operates, somewhat predictable. In normal times, contractors who pay close attention to their Five Key Performance Indicators financial reports and stay aware of the macro global economy and the microlocal economy can plan and earn an expected profit after paying themselves a reasonable salary.
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 13, 2022
Owners, designers, engineers, builders, and facilities managers can harness the POWER of Locally Researched Granular Construction Cost Data. Harness the power of verifiable local construction cost data. “Data-driven” repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build planning, procurement, and project delivery drive huge benefits. In short, the results are consistent delivery of quality projects on time and on budget, when linked with robust LEAN processes.
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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.
Business Facilities
JANUARY 14, 2022
Cancer screening and diagnostics company Exact Sciences will create 1,300 jobs at its new Madison, WI facilities. The post Exact Sciences Commits $350M To Wisconsin Expansion appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 19, 2022
As we celebrate Data Privacy Week 2022, here are some data privacy best practices contractors should be thinking about.
Civiconcepts
JANUARY 31, 2022
What Do Concrete Anchors Do? A Concrete Anchors are Join concrete with other types of objects like metal, wood, plastic, machinery, and even more concrete elements. The Types of Concrete … 10 Types of Concrete Anchors | Anchor Bolts For Concrete | 10 Best Anchors For Concrete | Concrete Anchor Types Read More ».
Learn Civil Engineering
JANUARY 31, 2022
What are steel bars? Steel bars are the core components of the construction industry. Steel bars are also known as reinforcing bars or reinforcing steel. As we know, plain concrete is weak in tension and strong in compression. So, Steel bars are used for the reinforcement of concrete structures to strengthen the structure under the […].
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.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JANUARY 14, 2022
Most contractors are skilled technicians who learned their tradecraft in an apprenticeship program taught by a Master Technician, experience, or combination of these methods. There is a way to learn to operate your contracting company from a Master Contractor. With time, they developed a Paradigm, Mindset, Understanding, whatever word makes the most sense to you about how construction companies operate based upon their experiences.
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 14, 2022
A thorough understanding of facilities system service life is critical to efficient life-cycle asset management of any real property portfolio. Request the full list here. Design and build costs represent only a fraction of the total cost of a building. Efficient management of routine and preventive maintenance, as well as repairs, renovations, and adaptations is critical to any organization.
Business Facilities
JANUARY 5, 2022
A $231.6M program of rail projects has been proposed to upgrade economic development infrastructure in central and southern Alabama. The post Alabama Launches $231M Rail Project Program appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 11, 2022
With rising costs and stalled supply chains, theft of construction materials from job sites is on the rise; here are 4 ways to protect your projects.
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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.
Civiconcepts
JANUARY 31, 2022
In mechanical operation as well as a general practice, a hammer is an essential tool. Hammer used for impacting the surface of an object or for removing scraps. There are … 25 Types of Hammers | Different Types of Hammers and Their Uses | Top 25 Hammers Types Read More ».
Learn Civil Engineering
JANUARY 24, 2022
What is a Carpet Area? The carpet area is the area between wall to wall. Here the thickness of the wall doesn’t include because as mentioned it is the distance between wall to wall. A carpet area can be simply understood as the area in a room or hall on which a carpet can be […].
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 20, 2022
What Are Submittals — and How to Improve. In this new age of connected construction , it’s more important than ever before to stay on top of your game. Fall just a bit behind on time or budget, and you may find yourself losing out to competitors or irretrievably late to forthcoming technology developments. Before construction begins, one of the most important aspects of any contractor’s job is managing construction submittals, which determine the accuracy of project completion, the success
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