Value Proposition
Introducing a new column about the intersection of construction technology and innovation.
Total Human Health
The Once and Future Congress
Reviewing the first session of the 117th Congress and looking ahead to the 2022 midterm elections—including the potential effects of retirements and redistricting.
Unburying Your Life
ABC Convention 2022 keynote speaker Ben Nemtin on figuring out what makes you happy, giving yourself permission to do it—and getting the construction industry to open up about mental health.
Unique Perspective
For the first 20 years of her career, 2022 ABC National Board Chair Stephanie Schmidt was “typically the only female in the room.” Now she wants to spotlight the career opportunities that construction offers for women—and everyone else. She explains what to expect from her term in an exclusive interview with <i>Construction Executive</i>.
ABC’s Construction Backlog Slips in December; Contractor Confidence Continues to Improve
Associated Builders and Contractors has reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator fell to 8.2 months in December.
Avoiding Pitfalls: How to Communicate a Vaccine Mandate to Your Organization
Both the financial and opportunity costs around vaccine mandate implementation affect businesses.
A Guide to Free Construction Safety Resources
Construction associations and government agencies offer free safety resources on everything from active shooter response to fall protection to personal protective equipment.
2022 Outlook for Commercial Construction and Masonry
The commercial masonry industry can expect a modest 0.2% growth rate in 2021. The market size of the masonry industry grew slower than the overall construction sector, but still outpaces the overall economy.
