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Tepid October Construction Spending Shouldn’t Overshadow a Rosy 2022 Outlook

October spending gains may be the result of increased costs but the month’s forward-looking construction data point to an ‘excellent’ 2022 for nonresidential construction, barring further COVID surprises

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OSHA’s COVID Emergency Standard: Priorities to Work on Now

Employer responsibility to protect workers from COVID-19 is not going away, so Aclaimant Chief Risk Architect Gary Pearce describes what’s new in OSHA’s emergency temporary standard and work wise contractors start to match the urgency of the emergency

Consumer Demand Remains High, Supply Chain Improves Slightly in November

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Economic activity in the manufacturing sector grew in November, with the overall economy achieving an 18th consecutive month of growth, say the nation’s supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business.

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The Contractors Best Friend Podcast Season 5 Episode 19: Where Do You Find Your Workforce?

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Brad Humphrey and Caterpillar experts talk about options for construction contractors to find the talent necessary to build the new infrastructure push and keep pace with expanding demand for new commercial construction and housing.

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OSHA Extends Comment Period for COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Standard as Litigation Continues

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Comment period on the emergency temporary standard was extended to January 19, 2022, to allow stakeholders more time to prepare and submit comments.

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Global Construction Market Set for Sustained Growth Post-COVID But Faces "New Age" Risks

While long-term growth is expected, factors such as the upscaling of clean energy facilities and the adoption of modern building methods will transform the risk landscape for construction companies.

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Project Exec Shares Her Own Rapid Growth & Opportunities for Other Women in Construction

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Jody Staruk, Consigli Construction, shares her experiences rising through the ranks in the industry, as well as discusses the various opportunities for other women to find fulfilling careers in construction.

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OSHA’s COVID Vaccination Standard Faces Stiff Legal Challenge as Stakes Rise

With COVID-19 infections and deaths ramping up on pace to match last year’s winter surge, enforcement of the emergency temporary standard for workplaces is in the hands of federal courts that are expected to act with urgency to match the emergency

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Buyers and Sellers Find Solutions Online to Limited Heavy Equipment Supplies

There's high demand for heavy equipment but limited supplies. Construction business owners are increasingly trying their luck online, with one unique marketplace preparing to deliver even more solutions.

Online marketplaces such as bidadoo are helping construction businesses find needed equipment and resources, while minimizing the costs of sale and extending the reach of sellers to more potential bidders.

SIMA Asks for Industry Support on Giving Tuesday

The SIMA Foundation is asking industry partners to become Giving Tuesday donors.

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Virtual Reality Tech Brings Real-world Feel into Caterpillar’s Heavy Equipment Training Simulators

Annette Kiesewetter at Simformation, a long-time Caterpillar partner in developing simulator training technology, highlighted the latest advances, plus shares how contractors are utilizing simulators to attract the next-generation workforce.

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How Technology is Positioning Construction to Overcome Market Challenges

Verizon Business

For small and midsize construction businesses, a big driver of future competitiveness and success will be widespread adoption of new digital tools and technologies.

Digital tools such as the Verizon Connect are being used to manage vehicle fleets and assets, as well as improve driver safety.

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