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Connected Construction Equipment Will Bring Changes to the Jobsite of the Future

New insights, apps and services in connected construction equipment promise to improve safety and efficiency, drive profitability and reduce risk.

Millennial Homebuyers Drive Need for Early Childhood Education Construction

by Travis Waldrop | Nov 15, 2019
Economy | Markets

As millennials continue to settle down, demand for early childhood education options will increase. A positive market outlook, the potential for strong ROI and flexible site requirements make these assets appealing to real estate developers, builders and consumers.

Construction Uncertainty Arises From International Economic Trends

by Greg Parker | Nov 14, 2019
Economy | Markets

Persistent cost growth for delivering construction projects is likely to continue to challenge contractors and supply chains across North America in the coming months.

September Construction Unemployment Rates Down in 48 States Year-Over-Year, Says ABC

In September, estimated not seasonally adjusted construction unemployment rates fell nationally and in 48 states and rose in two states on a year-over-year basis, according to an ABC analysis of BLS data.

Focus on Financial Protections Before the Economy Slows Down

by Robert Mercado, Christopher Sisk | Oct 30, 2019
Business | Business Development | Economy | Finance

The economy will inevitably begin to slow, given historical patterns. It is best practice for contractors to prepare for this eventuality and determine what actions can be taken now to secure the company for continued success.

Cash Flow Problems Stall Growth for More Than Half of Construction Businesses

Proper budgeting, monitoring payment statuses and maintaining awareness of project developments can help prevent problems.

Construction Input Prices Slide in September, Says ABC

by ABC | Oct 23, 2019
Economy | Markets | Total Human Health

Construction input prices fell 0.6% in September and are down 1.7% year-over-year, according to an ABC analysis of the BLS' Producer Price Index dat. Nonresidential construction input prices fell 0.7% for the month and are down 1.4% compared to the same time last year.

Nonresidential Construction Employment Rises in September, Says ABC

The construction industry added 7,000 net new jobs in September, according to an ABC analysis of data released by the BLS. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has expanded by 156,000 jobs, an increase of 2.1%.

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Connected Construction Equipment Will Bring Changes to the Jobsite of the Future

Millennial Homebuyers Drive Need for Early Childhood Education Construction

Construction Uncertainty Arises From International Economic Trends

September Construction Unemployment Rates Down in 48 States Year-Over-Year, Says ABC

Focus on Financial Protections Before the Economy Slows Down

Cash Flow Problems Stall Growth for More Than Half of Construction Businesses

Construction Input Prices Slide in September, Says ABC

Nonresidential Construction Employment Rises in September, Says ABC

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