Job Security: Technology, Cybersecurity and the Threat to National Security
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Construction technology isn’t just a construction issue, it’s a matter of national security—and using it as a tool to reduce worker strain and change the perception of construction careers might just be the key to solving that problem.
Turn Up the Tech: Recruiting the Next Generation of Skilled Workers
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Recruiting the next generation of skilled workers means meeting them where they are—and that means construction companies getting loud and proud about how they’re using technology.
Fully Charged: Innovations in Battery Technology
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Innovations in battery technology are making construction equipment lighter, more efficient and easier to handle—all while reducing downtime and easing strain on valuable workers.
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SkillsUSA is a national skilled-trades competition that is quickly gaining a whole new audience through an online docuseries called SKILLS JAM.
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Majority Rules
Thursday July 25, 2024
With major seats up for grabs in this year’s U.S. Senate races, Democratic majority control is anything but certain. Here’s a look at the hottest states to watch.
Leaving a Legacy
Thursday July 25, 2024
ABC presented its new Legacy Medallion for Advocacy to a true friend of the merit shop: Cajun Industries’ Lane Grigsby.
Spanning the Gilded Age
Wednesday July 17, 2024
Spanning the Gilded Age: James Eads and the Great Steel Bridge
By John K. Brown
A Solution for Everyone
Wednesday July 17, 2024
Technology can help solve the labor shortage—and build a more diverse, inclusive workforce in the process.
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Construction Executive's 2024 Q1 Construction Economic Update and Forecast
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Deep Dive Into Construction Work in Progress
Work in progress is key to construction job costing—allowing contractors to proactively manage their jobs and businesses. Learn how you can analyze and leverage WIP reports to effectively run your business.
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ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu will review current economic circumstances, the risk of recession, the hottest market sectors and his expectations for this year.
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