For Construction Pros

Good employees do not stick around when working for bad bosses.

Article • September 13th, 2011

Employment Applications: The First Step in Hiring Right

Many contractors take employment applications for granted, but it really is the most important step in the hiring process. A well-crafted application helps you get the information you need to make the right hiring decision — and it actually protects...

Article • September 1st, 2011

Billionaire Smarts: Shrinking the Communication Gap

Break the English-Spanish communication barrier to help keep Spanish-speaking workers safe on the jobsite.

Article • August 18th, 2011

ID Badge Printer

The ID Badger Printer is a low-cost solution for permanent or temporary employees that allows the Card Printer to print ID badges on the fly. Can be used on site to deter unauthorized people from entering or at corporate headquarters to access...

Product • July 27th, 2011

Workers Are Happier in a Partnership

A recent study confirmed that Americans are happier on the weekends versus weekdays. No surprise there. But an interesting finding in the study said workers who felt their supervisor was more like a "partner" rather than a "boss" were happier on...

Blog • July 11th, 2011

Improve Labor Tracking Accuracy with Mobile Management Solutions

New mobile technologies and software allow construction companies the ability to manage employee and labor hours and transmit the information to the office and accounting programs from the jobsite.

Article • June 23rd, 2011

Start Every Project Right

A pre-job, on-site, start-up meeting helps get everyone focused and helps avoid potential conflicts.

Article • June 21st, 2011

Drivers are Critical to Great Customer Experiences and Repeat Business

One area that can have a significant impact on customer loyalty and help develop relationships is your transport or delivery team.

Article • June 21st, 2011

Five Ways to Get Your Leaders on the Same Page

Tips for how to get your leaders on the same page.

Article • May 20th, 2011

How to Avoid Hiring LUZIRS

Last time I told you the story of my friend and client Bill who was having problems with his employee Dave. Bill’s biggest frustration was Dave was one of the LUZIRS (Lazy, Undisciplined, Zero-Interest, Irresponsible, Rude, Slackers), but Bill...

Article • April 24th, 2011

How to get your leaders on the same page

Bob just completed a leader’s morning “huddle” before his crews got to work. He was sure each of his foremen was clear as to the changes during the day due to a combination of equipment problems, customer needs and workers vacancies. However...

Article • April 24th, 2011

Multispectral Imaging Sensor

Biometric fingerprint authentication in dry, wet or dirty conditions Methode Electronics including unit as part of the Rugged Telematics Alliance (RTA) Ecosystem Reads the subsurface of the skin so fingers with abrasion or dirt can still be read...

Product • March 16th, 2011

How to Make Salespeople More Effective

The challenge for salespeople is to be ahead of the curve, not behind it.

Article • March 15th, 2011

5 Steps to Making a New Construction Leader

Development of a field leader requires more management support than it did in the past.

Article • February 21st, 2011

How to Organize a New Construction Leader's First 90 Days

New construction leaders need to be eased into their role in a planned and organized fashion. Pinnacle Development Group's Brad Humphrey outlines steps that will assure a successful transition for new leaders.

Article • February 9th, 2011