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The Business Case for a Stronger Construction Safety Culture

by Randy Dombrowski | Sep 14, 2026
Top Story | Business | Business Development | Business Intelligence | Business Risk | Culture | Organization Culture | Safety | Wellness

More than half of executives say employees are working longer hours or taking fewer breaks, while 44% say employees are performing tasks they aren’t fully trained to perform.

Construction Materials Prices Jump Again in August

by ABC | Sep 10, 2026
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“Construction input prices surged again in August, and the increases were widespread across materials,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu.
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First-Ever National Field Data Study on Multiskilled Construction Shows Wins for Workers, Taxpayers, Industry

by ABC | Sep 9, 2026
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Last week, ABC celebrated the Simplar Foundation's release of the largest national dataset on multiskilled labor.
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Why Revenue Recognition Discipline Drives Cash Flow, Credibility and Growth in Construction

by Michael Ceschini | Sep 9, 2026
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In construction, revenue recognition is more than an accounting requirement. It shapes how leadership evaluates job performance, manages cash flow and makes strategic decisions about growth.

Preparing Contractors for Navigating Community Pushback on Data Center Construction

by Construction Executive | Sep 8, 2026
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Owners and project partners should expect tough questions from community members on data center projects.

Smarter Asset Management in Construction Is the Antidote to Lingering Tariff Pressures

by Syed Ali | Sep 7, 2026
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Tariffs aren't what they once were, but they are still impacting construction's daily operations.

How to Build Decision-Making Capacity at Every Level in Your Construction Company

by Anne Lackey | Sep 7, 2026
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Every organization is shaped by the conversations happening inside its employees’ heads.
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The Case for More Data Center Construction

by Peter Dyga | Sep 7, 2026
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For many communities, data centers represent a significant opportunity for economic growth.
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