Business Facilities
JULY 19, 2021
ProAmpac's Collaboration & Innovation Center in Rochester, NY houses product development, rapid sample prototyping and evaluation of new packaging, as well as a training hub for customers and employees. - Read: ProAmpac Opens Global Collaboration & Innovation Center at BusinessFacilities.com.
BD+C
JULY 19, 2021
Less than 1% of new building projects are assessed to determine their carbon footprint, according to a new report by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development. The report cites a lack of information on embodied emissions as a key barrier. The overcome this challenge, the report calls for more data sharing, more collaboration, and increased transparency on embodied carbon and other data critical to calculating the carbon footprint of new buildings.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 21, 2021
Want to better understand your construction projects' financial health? The secret is timely, accurate work-in-progress (WIP) reporting.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JULY 23, 2021
Randalism: A Partnership is the only ship designed to sink. However, we understand your preference, so I would like to talk about it in this blog post. Joint ventures are a bit like change orders. They can be an incredible opportunity to make or lose much money very quickly. Almost as quick as betting money on a roulette wheel in a casino. Joint Ventures have their own accounting rules.
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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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.
Business Facilities
JULY 23, 2021
Through their policy makers, communities must create environments that encourage individuals and companies to pursue modernization, and success. - Read: The Importance Of Being Modern at BusinessFacilities.com.
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Job Order Contracting
JULY 18, 2021
A LEAN Facilities Repair and Renovation approach drives optimal capital reinvestment outcomes via a collaborative environment and transparent costing. LEAN Facilities Repair and Renovation is a programmatic systems approach that integrates the planning, procurement, and project delivery process for public sector facilities owners and their design/builders.
Civiconcepts
JULY 22, 2021
What Is Cement? Cement is an extremely useful binding material in construction. The applications of cement over the different fields of construction have made it an extremely valuable civil engineering … 10 Best Cement | Top 10 Best Cement In India | Top 10 Cement Companies In India | Which Cement Is Best In India Read More ».
Business Facilities
JULY 21, 2021
BlueHalo will retain 260 jobs and create an additional 64 jobs at its new 200,000-square-foot Albuquerque, NM campus. - Read: BlueHalo Picks NM For $60M Manufacturing, Research, Tech Complex at BusinessFacilities.com.
BD+C
JULY 23, 2021
Solaire 8200 Dixon, a 26-story, 403-unit apartment tower in Silver Spring’s Ripley District, has topped out. The building will become the tallest building in Silver Spring and house the area’s first food hall/city market, which will be open to the public.
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.
Natural Building
JULY 22, 2021
The 19th century Chapelle de l’Ange au Violon in the South of France was abandoned decades ago, and nature has added a carpet of foliage while the sunlight streams through what remains of the stained glass windows. Residents of Shengshan village on an Island East of Shanghai moved away in the 1990s due to difficulties accessing proper education and food.
Civiconcepts
JULY 20, 2021
What Is Wall? A wall is a continuous vertical brick or stone structure that encloses or defines an area, carries a load, provides security, shelter, soundproofing, and many other benefits. … Types of Walls | Interior Walls Types | Types of Wall Materials | Types of Internal Walls | Types of Walls In Homes Read More ».
Business Facilities
JULY 19, 2021
In the largest economic development announcement in Cabarrus County, NC history, Red Bull and Rauch North America will create more than 400 jobs at The Grounds at Concord. - Read: $740M Beverage Campus To Be Built In Cabarrus County, NC at BusinessFacilities.com.
BD+C
JULY 23, 2021
On its 10th year of publishing information about its licensing exams, the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) for the first time has released a new section in the 2021 edition of its Architect Registration Examination that breaks down the pass rate by several demographic categories. The six-part exam is required by all 55 NCARB jurisdictions in the U.S. for candidates seeking architectural licensure.
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.
Learn Civil Engineering
JULY 20, 2021
Having a swimming pool in your yard where you can relax and have fun, whether alone or with your loved ones, is a huge investment that will certainly pay off over time. But the key to making an excellent investment decision is to do your homework. Swimming pools come in various options, with each having […].
A David Creation
JULY 19, 2021
During a boom season, it can be too easy to get distracted, get complacent, and coast… Don’t let up. Take advantage of the time, and get in the best position possible. What a year it has been for the home improvement industry, eh? After an almost 90-day shutdown across America from the middle of March to June 2020, homeowners began to wake up regarding their home improvement projects.
Safety Services Company
JULY 19, 2021
In June of last year, the 2021 edition of NFPA 70E was updated in accordance with its regular revision schedule. Many employers are still trying to figure out what the major changes were and how they might affect them. . Although it can seem like a tedious or daunting task, it’s important to familiarize yourself with at least a high level overview of the 2021 edition of NFPA 70E.
BD+C
JULY 20, 2021
Proposal activity for Multifamily-for-Rent (Apartments) and Condominium properties continued to exceed historic norms, with Condos achieving its highest level since PSMJ Resources began tracking submarkets in its Quarterly Market Forecast (QMF) of A/E/C firm leaders. Apartments, which recorded its third-highest NPMI of 71% in the 1st Quarter, repeated that score in the 2nd Quarter.
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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.
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2021
Four experts on their concerns for the future of Building Information Modeling.
Business Facilities
JULY 20, 2021
Home security services company SimpliSafe will invest over $3M in a second customer security monitoring service center in Henrico County, VA. - Read: SimpliSafe To Add Second Operation, Create 250 New Jobs In Virginia at BusinessFacilities.com.
Job Order Contracting
JULY 22, 2021
The following are auditor recommended JOC Program best practices. (Partial Listing). A JOC program should never be used to bypass the lengthy traditional procurement process so that projects can be pushed along quickly, regardless of size or type, and without considering if JOC is the best option. Negotiating individual projects is critical to ensuring quality work at fair and reasonable prices.
BD+C
JULY 19, 2021
The collapse of a condominium tower in Surfside, Fla., has spurred regulators and insurers to more carefully scrutinize the condition of other high-rise residential dwellings.
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Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2021
LA Metro recently broke ground on the Airport Metro Connector that will connect the city's Metro system to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Business Facilities
JULY 23, 2021
Trucking company Renewable Transport Services will invest more than $20M to upgrade and equip its 100,000-square-foot Indianapolis facility. - Read: Renewable Transport Services Adding Over 90 Jobs In Indiana at BusinessFacilities.com.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 22, 2021
Rummel Construction’s Andy Gagliardi talks with Viewpoint about how digitizing HR workflows removes employee management headaches.
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.
ENR Construction
JULY 20, 2021
Evacuated downtown area of Kelowna, B.C., largely reopens one week after project site accident that killed five people and damaged adjacent building.
Business Facilities
JULY 22, 2021
Fidelity Investments’ latest hiring effort adds to roughly 730 jobs created at its Covington, KY campus since the beginning of 2020. - Read: Fidelity Investments To Create Nearly 600 Jobs In Kentucky at BusinessFacilities.com.
AEC Business
JULY 23, 2021
Build Group Inc. will use Buildots’ technology on three projects in the US, including a 19-story M2 tower which is part of the wider 5M development in San Francisco. Buildots’ AI computer vision will collect, analyze, and leverage data to ensure these projects are delivered on time and under budget “The complex nature of managing thousands of details and dozens of […] The post Build Group to Use Buildots’ AI Technology for Three Construction Projects appeared first on AEC Business.
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