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Seven Trends Impacting AEC Marketing in 2021

by Brian Gallagher | Jan 27, 2021
Business Development | Markets

In the context of a confluence of economic, social and political change, 2021 promises to be a dynamic year. For marketers, pivoting to embrace change by providing marketing leadership presents exciting opportunities.

Improve Project Delivery With More Timely Job Costing

Timely job costing helps contractors understand where the project stands and functions as a source of truth for the entire project team.

Relevance, Visibility and Top Talent Are Keys to Success in an Uncertain Market

Stay relevant to clients’ issues, raise the firm’s visibility online and invest in top talent. The businesses that grow in today’s environment are those that put these efforts front and center.

Contractors Can Do Better Than ‘Back to Normal’ in 2021

Before coronavirus, “normal” meant waiting an average of 80+ days for payment, needing to withhold retainage payments to pad their own pockets and other difficult situations. This year, contractors should set the bar higher than normal.

A Case Study on Innovation, Community Responsibility and Local Business

by Jeff Slagle | Dec 15, 2020
Business | Business Development | Manufacturing | Markets

Local business is far more varied than the corner coffee shop, pizza joint or quirky book store. One example is concrete production, which rarely makes headlines but is every bit as tied to location and integral to community strength.

Keeping the ‘Lion’s Share’: The Appeal of Defined-Benefit Retirement Plans

Qualified retirement plans are an excellent way to grow tax-deferred money for retirement and to protect assets from unjust lawsuits. In addition, contributions to qualified retirement plans generate tax deductions.

How to Create a Tools Strategy That Keeps a Job Moving

by Adrian Gram | Dec 10, 2020
Business Development | Equipment | Project Management | Tools

Although downtime is imminent if the team doesn't have the right tools for a construction project, is investing in new inventory the best use of capital? Let's take a look.

What Is the Value of Cross-Generational Mentorship, and Can It Be Done Remotely?

Industry experts share their thoughts on the value and efficacy of cross-generational mentorship.

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Seven Trends Impacting AEC Marketing in 2021

Improve Project Delivery With More Timely Job Costing

Relevance, Visibility and Top Talent Are Keys to Success in an Uncertain Market

Contractors Can Do Better Than ‘Back to Normal’ in 2021

A Case Study on Innovation, Community Responsibility and Local Business

Keeping the ‘Lion’s Share’: The Appeal of Defined-Benefit Retirement Plans

How to Create a Tools Strategy That Keeps a Job Moving

What Is the Value of Cross-Generational Mentorship, and Can It Be Done Remotely?

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