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The Paperless Revolution: 3 Reasons to Use Construction Management Software

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When computers first began to be widely used as business tools, one of the predicted benefits was that electronic communication would result in the “paperless office.” This prediction hasn’t yet come true, but computers have certainly made it easier to function in some areas without paper. For construction companies, construction management software offers several vital […]

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Warranty Problems for Contractors: 3 Things to Watch

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Reputable construction companies strive to provide the best customer service possible, and one of the ways this is accomplished is through home warranties. Warranties typically cover defects in construction and workmanship on construction projects and give customers specific legal rights in terms of how the project turns out. Some states may even require contractors to

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Staying Relevant in the Digital Age: Challenges Impacting Contractors

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Modern technology gives today’s contractors opportunities to streamline their workflows, trim costs, and grow their client lists. While keeping pace with technology in the construction industry isn’t always easy, it’s a must for contractors who want to survive in the current marketplace. Weighing the Costs and Benefits With so many details and participants involved in

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The Impact of Technology on Construction Site Management

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Recent technological innovations make construction site management more productive and less stressful. GCs only stand to benefit as the use of technology in the construction industry develops. Accurate Tracking Improves Efficiency and Safety Construction projects involve numerous moving parts that all need to be in place on schedule for work to progress smoothly. Misplaced tools

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Unemployment in Construction Continues to Decline

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The outlook for construction workers is bright as unemployment in construction falls to its lowest point in nearly seven years. Contractors, however, face a number of challenges posed by the abundance of new job openings. More Firms Hiring Skilled Laborers The unemployment rate among construction laborers stood at 7 percent in September, according to recent findings

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Get the Job: 3 Techniques for Bidding on a Construction Project Successfully

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Given the resources invested in bidding on a construction project, your skill at choosing projects to pursue is a major factor in your success. A few simple techniques can help you identify and win the projects that will profit you most. Watch Your Labor Investment Bidding on a construction project is always a commitment of time

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Implementing a Cost Management Plan in Your Next Build

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With so many moving parts involved in every construction project, you’re almost guaranteed to see scope creep and cost overruns if you don’t maintain strict control. An effective cost management plan for construction projects helps you stay on budget and on schedule. What a CM Can Do for You A Configuration Management (CM) system gives

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4 Benefits of a Telematic System in Construction

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The more information you have about your construction equipment, the more effectively you can use that equipment. The detailed data a telematic system provides helps you improve efficiency and cost control, but these are just some of the benefits of a telematic system. Optimize Your Equipment Use A construction telematic system uses Global Positioning System

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