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Why the Construction Industry Runs on Building Permit Data

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Table of Contents The Importance of Building Permit Data in the Construction Industry Understanding Building Permits Building permit data is the backbone of the construction industry. It acts as a roadmap for contractors, suppliers, and many other professionals, providing a glimpse into future projects, allowing them to align their resources and secure work. Building permit […]

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Women in Construction Week March 5-11

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The number of women in construction has increased by almost 50% during the last decade. Still, women make up only 14% of the construction industry workforce. Many Paths. One Mission: Women in Construction Increasing the number of women in construction careers is vital. Building women in leadership positions will also be emphasized during 2023’s WIC

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Construction Industry Bests: IBS 2023

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Almost 70,000 construction industry professionals filled the Las Vegas Convention Center Jan. 31 – Feb. 2, 2023, for what was the largest NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) IBS (International Builders Show®) in years. Attendees took advantage of more than 100 educational opportunities and over 1,300 construction industry exhibitions targeting light construction ideas and solutions. The 3-day

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Updated Construction Industry Metrics That Matter

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This information originates from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data gathered from private and public construction industry sectors. It includes information from other sites.* Architecture billings – The ABI (Architecture Billings Index) benchmark for increased billings is 50, and in March 2022, it rose to 58. Inquiries and design contracts rose to 63.9

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Construction Industry Feb Starts: We Get By With a Little Help From Our (Manufacturing) Friends

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The total construction industry starts increased nine percent in February 2022. The new construction of three “large manufacturing facilities” boosted nonresidential building starts up 32%. Without the large manufacturing projects, total construction would have declined six percent in February, according to Construction Business Owner magazine. The manufacturing facilities are: $10 billion – Intel chip fabrication plants/Chandler,

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Inflation Will Continue to Impact Construction Industry

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There was a comedienne whose catchphrase was, “It’s always something.” We are cautiously optimistic that the pandemic will be something we can someday tell our grandchildren about. But you might need to take your mask off to blow-up balloons today because the construction industry is dealing with inflation. 9 Ways To Manage Your Construction Industry

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SOSDCB: Same Old Services, Different Construction Business

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“Affordable.” “Dependable.” “Effective and efficient.” “The best.” “We care.” Does any company within any industry in the United States ever say otherwise? Have you ever seen a blog or website that reads: “We’ve been late a few times, but it really wasn’t our fault,” or “We have to price our construction business services higher than

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Construction Industry Transformation with Offsite Manufacturing

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At this point in time, offsite manufacturing makes only a small contribution to most construction projects. Usually, less than 30% of a construction project utilizes prefabricated component construction because it’s a “new” process. The concept itself has been around a long time in North America. (Sears’ prefab homes were around $700 in 1895.) Offsite manufacturing is

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