Productivity

Finding Mobile Apps Employees Want to Use

by Ezekiel J Rudick | Aug 29, 2017
Productivity | Technology

Today’s “mobile” workforce (both mobile devices and mobile workplaces) need mobile apps to help them complete daily tasks on the go. The challenge is finding apps that workers want to use and actually increase productivity.

Increase Communication and Efficiency Using Drones

by Merchants Bonding | Jun 12, 2017
Drones / UAV’s | Productivity | Technology

The time for drones in construction isn’t yet to come—pilot programs have launched and results are being seen right now. But where is the true value? It’s not about the drone at all; it’s about the data that drone hardware provides, and how that data can enable team communication in the office and in the field.

Six Ways to Reduce Workforce Management Risk and Improve Efficiency

To hire and retain talent, document recruiting efforts; offer a voluntary survey to document race, ethnicity, veteran and disability status; keep an applicant log; train new hires on safety, sexual harassment prevention and diversity awareness; create a consistent review process; and identify high performers and those who need improvement.

Best Practices When Hiring Qualified Subcontractors: Six Tips for Small Contractors to Use For Evaluating Subcontractors

Hiring reputable and dependable subcontractors can be a challenge, but it is a challenge that can easily be met. Be selective, define the scope of work, prequalify the subcontractor, get to know the sub’s team and learn from experience.

Regain Lean Momentum and Maximize Results: Focusing on Lean Can Help Construction Contractors Generate Strong ROIs

by Construction Executive | Mar 14, 2017
Business | Productivity

The Lean methodology helps contractors increase profitability and productivity. The proven benefits of Lean are too valuable to squander with lack of focus or inertia. The following tactics can help construction executives regain the momentum to maximize Lean results.

Technology and Software Rundown: Week of Jan. 9, 2017

by Construction Executive | Jan 11, 2017
Productivity | Technology | Wearables

Here’s the rundown on a coffeemaker durable enough for the jobsite; a wireless equipment monitoring device; a wrist communicator; new software releases; a 3-D printer that build houses; and new reports on productivity, KPIs and GPS monitoring.

Barton Malow Commits to Doubling Efficiency Through Technology by 2024

by Construction Executive | Jan 11, 2017
Productivity | Technology | Training

As Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) transforms the construction industry, driving communication and collaboration on a project, it will provide growth opportunities for skilled trades in the field. Barton Malow has leveraged VDC to improve the construction project delivery process to drive innovation and improve project performance.

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Finding Mobile Apps Employees Want to Use

Increase Communication and Efficiency Using Drones

Six Ways to Reduce Workforce Management Risk and Improve Efficiency

Best Practices When Hiring Qualified Subcontractors: Six Tips for Small Contractors to Use For Evaluating Subcontractors

Regain Lean Momentum and Maximize Results: Focusing on Lean Can Help Construction Contractors Generate Strong ROIs

Technology and Software Rundown: Week of Jan. 9, 2017

Barton Malow Commits to Doubling Efficiency Through Technology by 2024

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