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Poor Communication and Project Data Carry $31 Billion Price Tag

by Joanna Masterson | Sep 6, 2018
Business | Productivity | Project Management

Research recently conducted by PlanGrid and FMI Corporation determined time spent on non-optimal activities such as fixing mistakes, looking for project data and managing conflict resolution accounts for $177.5 billion in labor costs per year in the U.S. construction industry.

Massive Disruption Required to Save the Construction Industry

By infusing modern processes into an antiquated industry, there is an opportunity to alleviate the lack of trust and transparency that often takes construction projects off track.

Tech Implementation: The Devil Is in the Details

by Gerald Vogl | Aug 31, 2018
Productivity | Project Management | Technology

Adopting new technologies is rarely painless, and implementation carries costs most people overlook. It’s very likely the technology won’t work as planned the first time it’s put into practice, so construction firms should be prepared to overcome obstacles before enjoying any benefits. Learn from these real-life examples.

Project Onboarding Costs Rise When Workers Don’t Have On-Demand Access to Information

by Brent Sexton | Aug 30, 2018
Business | Finance | Productivity | Project Management

It’s possible to dispatch workers with all of their individual information so they can be allocated to any jobsite at any time and get to work without waiting for the office to send the files over.

Overcoming the Trauma of Digital Transformation

by Construction Executive | Aug 30, 2018
Productivity | Technology

Digital transformation can be daunting, but simple steps, such as tapping into mobile technology and the cloud, can pay dividends in greater efficiencies, time savings and reduced costs.

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.

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Poor Communication and Project Data Carry $31 Billion Price Tag

Massive Disruption Required to Save the Construction Industry

Tech Implementation: The Devil Is in the Details

Project Onboarding Costs Rise When Workers Don’t Have On-Demand Access to Information

Overcoming the Trauma of Digital Transformation

Automating Construction-Management Workflows

The Connected Heavy Civil Jobsite

How to Get a Construction Team on Board With New Technology

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