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Automating Construction-Management Workflows

by Manolis Kotzabasakis | Aug 30, 2018
Productivity | Project Management | Technology

As advanced cloud computing infiltrates nearly every aspect of daily life (e.g., Amazon and Netflix), contractors are realizing the potential of web-based software to streamline and simplify processes across their entire operations.

The Connected Heavy Civil Jobsite

by Greg Norris | Aug 27, 2018
Productivity | Technology

Adopting a digital platform to streamline heavy civil operations and keep workflows connected is critical, as is understanding why connectivity needs to be established so operations move more smoothly and jobs are completed efficiently and profitably.

How to Get a Construction Team on Board With New Technology

by Kevin Hutchinson | Aug 21, 2018
Productivity | Technology

Introducing new technology across multiple age and skill levels is challenging, but not impossible. With understanding from the team, a tailored approach to training and leadership, contractors can reap the benefits of technology.

Is Industrialized Construction ‘Leapfrog’ Technology?

by Michael Floyd | Aug 6, 2018
Data Analytics | Manufacturing | Productivity | Technology

How things are built is changing for the better, but established practices and players aren’t ready for a wholesale revolution in business processes.

A Strategic Approach to Project Controls

by Steve Sudler | Jul 27, 2018
Productivity | Risk Management | Safety

A strategic approach to technology and project controls takes work. The results are well worth the investment if it enables a firm to consistently perform better than the competition, increase profits and make clients happier.

How to Convert to a Lean Construction Company

by Kevin Cole | Jul 26, 2018
Productivity | Technology

Lean construction identifies waste, increases efficiency and improves performance with Value Stream Mapping that details every step of a project and process, its corresponding procedure and the person responsible for executing it.

Technology and the Labor Shortage: Automation Can Empower Workers

by Yves Frinault | Jul 24, 2018
Productivity | Robotics | Technology | Training

If construction’s power players choose to proceed responsibly, automation and technology in construction will aid the labor shortage by streamlining processes and empowering workers.

The Connected Jobsite Moves From a Vision to Reality

by Chad Hollingsworth | Jul 24, 2018
Productivity | Project Delivery | Technology

Construction companies are moving beyond site WiFi, project management and other function-specific software as benchmarks for their organization’s innovation and are actively incorporating sensor-based solutions, wearable devices and drones into their jobsites.

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Is Industrialized Construction ‘Leapfrog’ Technology?

A Strategic Approach to Project Controls

How to Convert to a Lean Construction Company

Technology and the Labor Shortage: Automation Can Empower Workers

The Connected Jobsite Moves From a Vision to Reality

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