A contractor website can be either an invaluable tool or a waste of money depending on how it’s designed. To turn yours into a profit-maker, try a few time-tested contractor marketing tips for better lead generation. Display top-quality photos: Providing clear photos of your work is one of the best ways to show prospective clients exactly […]
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Building information modeling, or BIM, is an effective technique for conceiving, planning, and designing structures of any size and complexity. As you decide whether a BIM system is right for you and how BIM and general construction go together, keep in mind the following pros and cons of BIM modeling. Advantages of BIM Better planning
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By saving time and reducing error, mobile technology lets construction professionals boost profits while keeping their clients happier. Getting the greatest benefit out of a mobile device requires choosing the right construction apps, and there are a few that stand out above the rest. Construction Manager Some half-million construction professionals use this app to keep
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When computers first began to be widely used as business tools, one of the predicted benefits was that electronic communication would result in the “paperless office.” This prediction hasn’t yet come true, but computers have certainly made it easier to function in some areas without paper. For construction companies, construction management software offers several vital
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Modern technology gives today’s contractors opportunities to streamline their workflows, trim costs, and grow their client lists. While keeping pace with technology in the construction industry isn’t always easy, it’s a must for contractors who want to survive in the current marketplace. Weighing the Costs and Benefits With so many details and participants involved in
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Recent technological innovations make construction site management more productive and less stressful. GCs only stand to benefit as the use of technology in the construction industry develops. Accurate Tracking Improves Efficiency and Safety Construction projects involve numerous moving parts that all need to be in place on schedule for work to progress smoothly. Misplaced tools
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The more information you have about your construction equipment, the more effectively you can use that equipment. The detailed data a telematic system provides helps you improve efficiency and cost control, but these are just some of the benefits of a telematic system. Optimize Your Equipment Use A construction telematic system uses Global Positioning System
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Over the last 20 years, 3D printing has developed into an efficient method for creating a wide range of functional objects. The use of 3D printing in the construction industry is just beginning to show benefits, but it could soon change the way your firm does business. The State of 3D Printing in Construction In
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It sometimes seems like the advance of technology has been slow in the construction industry. Many contractors and construction companies still use old-style manual methods and paper-based record keeping. Several software solutions exist that can make these critical but time-consuming processes easier and more accurate. Here are three important benefits of construction software for contractors
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Construction Monitor is rolling out what’s called a “responsive” design. Responsive design is a recent trend in websites that focuses on making one site work well on many devices and screens. In short, the site responds to the device it is being displayed on. No matter if you are using a great big display on
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