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Solving Construction’s Collaboration Challenge

Given the competitive nature of the construction landscape, thinly veiled adversarial relationships have been the status quo. However, with the rise of globalization, demand, risk and a shift in client/consumer mindset, collaboration has become a necessity.

Two-Thirds of Construction Executives Make Decisions With Outdated Data

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

Half of contractors say they’re still collecting data on jobsites manually, often with pen and paper, according to a new survey from TrackVia.

Create a Culture of Employee Engagement

Employee engagement can be ambiguous and tough for employers to fully grasp. By knowing what engaged employees look like, why they matter and how to get them, contractors can have a competitive edge when it comes to recruiting and retention.

The Total Cost of Absence: It Is More Than You Think

by Mingee Kim | May 25, 2018
Finance | Productivity | Safety

Absent employees cost a company in many ways, including timely project completion. Contractors should consider the indirect costs—or the productivity costs—of employee absenteeism in addition to the direct costs.

Construction Sector Must Maintain Technology Pace for Internal Operations

by Ray Rebello | May 24, 2018
Productivity | Technology

Contractors are willing to spend on upgrading technology that bolsters external operations, but what’s behind the uneven application of improved capabilities, such as software solutions, for internal management?

Data-Driven Decision-Making

by Sarah Bogdon | May 10, 2018
Data Analytics | Productivity | Technology

Big data is a tool to mitigate risk, control costs and optimize quality and efficiency through insights that lead to better decision-making. Contractors can start by establishing goals and metrics for each project.

Three Areas Most Impacted by the Skills Shortage

Productivity, employee satisfaction and turnover are most commonly impacted by the labor shortage. Here's how business owners can avoid negative effects on their operations and employees.

The Future of Construction Management Technology

by Sergey Sundukovskiy | Apr 19, 2018
Productivity | Technology

Construction management software and hardware can pay off in surprisingly robust ways, including streamlining administration and reducing the time burden of everyday tasks.

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Solving Construction’s Collaboration Challenge

Two-Thirds of Construction Executives Make Decisions With Outdated Data

Create a Culture of Employee Engagement

The Total Cost of Absence: It Is More Than You Think

Construction Sector Must Maintain Technology Pace for Internal Operations

Data-Driven Decision-Making

Three Areas Most Impacted by the Skills Shortage

The Future of Construction Management Technology

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