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  • General Contractors

    Selecting the Best Construction Software for 2023

    January 27, 2023

    According to PlanHub’s 2022 Construction Industry Report, 91% of general contractors and 82% of subcontractors are looking to implement new technology in 2023. For many that will include construction software. Construction software can be used to simplify several everyday tasks, including accounting, estimating, bid management, and project management. According to our report, here’s how companies […]

  • General Contractors

    7 Keys to a Successful Construction Company

    January 26, 2023

    Only 37.6% of construction companies that started in March 2011 survived 10 years later, according the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The industry has the highest failure rate and up to 25% of companies fail within their first year of operation. When so many businesses in the industry are failing, it pays to look at what […]

  • General Contractors

    Top 9 Coolest Buildings of 2023

    January 25, 2023

    Architecture, design, and construction are truly art forms. If you have any doubts, these 9 cool buildings will convince you. Inclusion at its finest – Abrahamic Family House Although the predominant religion in the United Arab Emirates is Islam, a new interfaith complex is providing access to sacred spaces for Muslims, Christians, and Jews. The […]

  • General Contractors

    6 Tips for Creating Construction Daily Reports

    December 30, 2022

    Construction job sites are busy places, and it can be tough to remember who was there and what work was completed on any given day. To track things like manpower, inspections, and material deliveries, contractors rely on daily progress reports. These field reports can be invaluable for settling claims, providing backup documentation for schedule delays, […]

  • General Contractors

    8 Tips on How to Combat Construction Labor Shortages

    December 28, 2022

    We have documented the ongoing construction labor shortage (Exploring Labor Shortage and Rising Costs in the Construction Industry and 5 Construction Industry Trends for 2023). Contractors are actively looking for ways to address the problem, as their company’s survival depends on access to skilled workers to perform future projects. So, to help commerical contractors take […]

  • General Contractors

    9 Most Common Types of Equipment Used in Construction

    December 25, 2022

    Civil and earthwork contractors use the heaviest equipment to overcome construction challenges. In fact, there is very little of their work that could be done without the help of heavy construction equipment. Go down a list of construction equipment types, and you’ll find more machines than you’ll know what to do with. So, to simplify […]

  • General Contractors

    Powerful and Easy - Get an exclusive inside look PlanHub for General Contractors

    December 5, 2022

    Couldn’t make it to our webinar for General Contractors? No problem! We’ve got you covered with everything you missed. In this webinar, host Eduardo Mazal (Product Marketing Manager) along with panelists, Justin Bell (Director of Product), and Ryan Conlan (Director of Market Development), will walk you through the functions of our elevated, end-to-end preconstruction software […]

  • General Contractors

    5 Tips for Good Communication on the Job Site

    November 29, 2022

    Whether you’re emailing with several managers on construction bidding websites or on free general contractor software, good communication on the construction job site or when you find new construction projects is paramount. It can prevent injuries and save time and money. Bad communication skills and data management cost the US construction industry over $177 billion […]

  • General Contractors

    What is Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR)?

    November 26, 2022

    One of the most common construction safety meeting topics on a project is TRIR. Company management often relies on KPIs and ratings to give a quick snapshot of a company’s performance. Safety ratings, like total recordable incident rate (also known as total case incident rate), can help companies see when they need to change their […]

  • General Contractors

    What are Liquidated Damages in Construction?

    November 23, 2022

    One of the risks that construction project management look out for is delays. Since the pandemic in 2020, project delays and late completion have been on the rise. According to nPlan, the median delay for projects before the pandemic was 100 days, and that has since doubled to 200 days. Delays can lead to increased […]

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