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3 reasons the commercial buildings market is ready for AI
One expert explores the shifts in the market that are positioning artificial intelligence to transform building management.
Casey Talon • June 2, 2017 -
6 hiring moves to beat the labor shortage
From posting Facebook ads to recruiting employees' friends and family, one electrical contractor explains how he's staying staffed in a competitive hiring market.
Jon Dumbauld • May 9, 2017 -
3 takeaways from 3 decades leading a woman-owned construction business
In a guest article, Lina Gottesman, president and founder of Altus Metal, Marble and Wood, in Long Island City, NY, calls for a paradigm shift in the industry.
Lina Gottesman • March 7, 2017 -
5 measures to help prevent construction fraud
In a guest article, risk management expert Elan Parra explores the dangers of fraud, as well as steps to avoid potential legal backlash.
Elan Parra • Feb. 8, 2017 -
Generation generalization: Why (and when) millennials will own homes
Who are millennials and what do they want? One reporter shares insights from a conversation with a researcher who's looking deeper into the data.
Hallie Busta • Jan. 19, 2017 -
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Getting off the ground: How drones can improve project design and operations
In a guest article, Steve Santovasi of consulting firm Burns & McDonnell explores how unmanned aircraft systems can improve safety, efficiency and data collection.
Steve Santovasi • Nov. 18, 2016 -
Football team having a rough season? A new stadium might help
Since 2000, 12 new stadiums have been added to the NFL landscape. Nine of those teams have posted records at .500 or above.
Deborah Barrington • Oct. 14, 2016 -
As P3s are poised for growth, how will regulators respond?
In a guest article from Vic Lance, the surety bond expert explores the state and national implications of the growing public-private partnership trend.
Vic Lance • July 27, 2016 -
Branching out: Why cross-laminated timber is making advances in the US
In a guest article, Pete Kobelt of McKenzie Construction explores the reasons behind surging interest in prefabricated wood construction.
Pete Kobelt • June 22, 2016 -
Building code pros and cons: Is the system in need of an overhaul?
In a guest article, Carla Williams of Williams Brothers explores the arguments for and against building codes, and proposes a happy medium between the two sides.
Carla Williams • May 20, 2016 -
My name isn't 'sweetheart': Why does harassment persist at construction events?
This is both a moral and business issue. And something has to change.
Emily Peiffer • March 16, 2016 -
Engineer's 'goldilocks' project: How deep dynamic compaction solved limited land supply in high-demand Denver
In a guest article, engineer Matthew Wardlow of CTL Thompson delves into a successful deep dynamic compaction project that could open up more opportunities to build on brownfield sites across the U.S.
Matthew Wardlow • Jan. 13, 2016 -
Construction financial experts: Inside the growing fair payment initiatives across the globe
Fair payment plans are becoming more prevalent in many countries and industries. While most agree fair payment is a worthy cause, what fair payment looks like is another question.
Scott Wolfe Jr. and Danny Garfield • Dec. 23, 2015 -
Data consultant: How to construct 'smart' sites through wearables and data science
In a guest post, Anthony Mullen, with London consultancy Profusion, discusses how data science can revolutionize construction sites.
Anthony Mullen • Sept. 9, 2015 -
NAHB economist: Proposed DOL overtime regulations would exacerbate industry's labor woes
In a guest post, Robert Dietz examines the proposed new rules state-by-state and brings up concerns regarding their impact on stakeholders in the sector.
Robert Dietz • Aug. 21, 2015 -
What's next in the Keystone XL Pipeline debate
Despite the Senate's approval of the measure and Obama's pending decision, the issue is far from over.
Randy Lilleston • Jan. 30, 2015 -
Guest Post: The true value of green building
A former contractor dishes on the realities of green building.
Wade Myer • May 22, 2013
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