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Section: Business > Industry Trends
Business
Construction Industry, Supply Chain in Need of an Overhaul
We have the collective knowledge and know-how to make changes that will materially improve the nation and how it functions. The industry must now show both the will and the commitment to make them a reality.
December 3, 2022
Equipment
Truck Manufacturers Pivot Designs, Embrace Change in Face of Natural Disasters, COVID-19
The past three years created a perfect storm of challenges and opportunities for the trucking industry, from a worldwide, ongoing pandemic to increased hurricanes and wildfires to persistent supply chain and labor shortages.
November 22, 2022
Equipment
Manufacturers and Research Groups Discuss Mixed Signals of Trucking Industry, Possible Recession
This month's issue of Equipment Today focuses on the trucking and transportation industry, a vital segment facing multiple labor shortage and manufacturing challenges.
November 21, 2022
Business
No Guarantee of a Recession: Dodge Data Presents 2023 Construction Outlook
Dodge Construction Network
Dodge Data & Analytics Chief Economist Richard Branch delivered the company’s 2023 construction industry outlook, saying there is no guarantee of a recession. Avoiding one, however, will require taking a "narrow road."
November 17, 2022
Construction Technology
How to Meet Housing Demands Amid Supply Chain Constraints
Epicor
Demand for new homes isn't slowing down any time soon.
November 8, 2022
Construction Technology
How Drones are Useful Tools for Project Planning
ZenaDrone
When it comes to the construction industry's labor shortage, the most important solution will be technology.
November 2, 2022
Construction Technology
Why Subcontractors Need Better Access to Financial Capital
Billd
For subcontractors to have a chance to be successful, they will need more tools in their financial arsenal belt to help them negotiate the complex, painfully broken payment cycle.
October 15, 2022
Labor & Workforce Development
6 Primary Causes of Workforce Issues Identified by Wirtgen Group, BuildWitt New Partnership
Wirtgen Group, a John Deere Co.
The steady trend of labor shortages shows no end in the near future. Shrinking labor pools, high rates of turn-over, and under skilled labor continue to be issues for the entire industry. This new partnership vows to work together on innovative solutions.
October 11, 2022
Sustainability
Building Better Sustainability and ESG Strategies in your Construction Business
Avetta
Here are the best practices for setting up an ESG plan that helps companies better align their construction supply chains.
September 28, 2022
Digging Deeper
Material Shortages, Prices & Management Solutions
Kojo
Everything from fuel to construction material shortages spun out of control once COVID hit and supply chains shut down. What's the current outlook and how can modern tech help contractors? This episode of Digging Deeper features Maria Davidson of Kojo.
September 26, 2022
Labor & Workforce Development
5 Ways to Improve Cross-Team Construction
Quickbase
As the labor shortage continues to impact the construction industry, management of mega projects and meeting critical deadlines are becoming worrisome challenges for many companies.
September 22, 2022
Business
Strategies for Mitigating Rising Construction Costs
Graycor
Early planning, especially assisted by early contractor involvement (ECI), translates to early commitment for critical materials and equipment, while the collaborative approach ensures that design-phase decisions are coordinated to fit with actual product
September 19, 2022
Equipment Management
The Benefits of Grade Control for your Construction Business
John Deere
Your infrastructure dollars rely on it. The labor shortage makes it invaluable. And customers are increasingly demanding it. Grade control technology is becoming a must-have for contractors and projects of all sizes. Here’s how to get started on—or ramp u
September 11, 2022
Business
Top 10 Trends To Impact Construction Industry in Next Decade
Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
AI and connectivity, along with renewable energy and alternative fuels, will dramatically impact the construction jobsite in the next 10 years, according to a recent whitepaper published by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
September 10, 2022
Construction News
3 Early Impacts of New Federal Funding on Road Construction
Recently passed legislation from Washington is already having an effect on markets in every state in the country. Bigger questions still loom over whether it is enough to combat rising costs of materials and labor.
September 8, 2022
Paving
Premier Educational Event Announced for Paving & Pavement Maintenance Professionals
The IGNITE Construction Summit, tailored to pavement maintenance and asphalt paving contractors, will discuss the construction industry's immediate and long-term critical issues - providing actionable takeaways for advancement and growth
September 7, 2022
Business
Small Business Projections for the Construction Industry
Kapitus
Expect the remainder of 2022 will bring a welcome sense of normalization as the virus dissipates, inflation weakens and some supply constraints are resolved.
September 2, 2022
Labor & Workforce Development
Education and Training Root Causes for Labor Shortage According to 2022 Survey
Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)
Ahead of Labor Day weekend, the AGC's 2022 construction workforce analysis cites a lack of adequately prepared or skilled candidates as lead issue in filling available positions, compounded by material costs and supply chain disruptions.
September 1, 2022
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