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Why Does Data Management Matter?

by Taylor Ames | Aug 2, 2019
Data Analytics | Productivity | Technology

Proactive data management is fundamental. Choosing technology that delivers data that’s easy to understand, export and share will ensure that data isn’t only accessible, it’s actionable.

As Competition Heats Up, Offsite Prefabrication Becomes a Contractor’s Secret Weapon

by Jon Fingland | Aug 2, 2019
Productivity | Technology

By eliminating the communication gaps and enabling real-time collaboration between the office and the field, offsite prefabrication can be a game changer in today’s competitive environment.

Three Tips for Suppliers to Master the Peak Construction Season

by Sunil Mathew | Jul 29, 2019
Markets | Productivity | Project Management

These tips demonstrate how technology can help to support building suppliers in meeting the delivery expectations of contractors to ensure construction projects are kept on schedule, even during the frenzy of the peak summer season.

Take Control of Automation’s Future, Starting With Grade Control Technology

by Scott Crozier | Jul 25, 2019
Productivity | Technology

Adopting grade control technology is an essential building block to making the most of machine control automatics and, down the road, truly autonomous operations.

What Construction Doesn’t Understand About Data

by Bassem Hamdy | Jul 25, 2019
Data Analytics | Productivity | Technology

Contractors are excited about data, but may not focus on technologies that come with it. They must shift their thinking to how they can use data to solve real questions about workers, companies, projects and markets.

Guide to Getting the Most From a Mobile App

by Eric Goldstein | Jul 17, 2019
Productivity | Technology

Mobile apps can make time-consuming tasks more manageable. Here’s a quick guide to getting the most out of a mobile app investment.

Construction Technology and Software Rundown: July 19, 2019

by Construction Executive | Jul 15, 2019
Data Analytics | Productivity | Technology

Apps With Raken’s Toolbox Talks, foremen and supervisors can schedule and access talks from mobile devices, collect signatures and submit proof of completion. Features include bulk scheduling, digital or photo signature capture, Toolbox Talks library, [...]

Size Doesn’t Matter: How Analytics Can Help Smaller Players in the Industry

by Susan Velasco | Jul 12, 2019
Data Analytics | Productivity | Technology

Given the availability of analytics applications, even small contractors can collect data digitally to optimize operations, increase efficiency and improve the bottom line to stay competitive.
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