Category: Business
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Prime Day Power Picks: Top Deals for Contractors (July 8–11)
Amazon Prime Days are coming in hot, running July 8-11, and it’s the perfect time to gear up without blowing the budget during peak season. While Prime Day is best known for TVs and tech gadgets, it’s also one of the best opportunities of the year to score deals on contractor-grade tools, gear, and jobsite…
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4 Common Forecasting Mistakes Construction Companies Should Avoid
Few industries are so sensitive to the whims of the economy as construction. Supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, inflation and regulation have left many businesses feeling as though they just can’t keep up. How can anyone make meaningful, actionable projections when every month brings a new and unforeseen change? The answer is that a good…
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Volvo CE to Divest Stake in SDLG, Refocus Strategy in China
Volvo Construction Equipment has announced plans to sell its 70% ownership stake in Chinese construction equipment manufacturer SDLG. The shares will be transferred to a fund primarily owned by Lingong Group (LGG), the existing minority shareholder in SDLG. The move marks a strategic shift for Volvo CE, which intends to narrow its focus in the…
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Volvo CE to Divest Stake in SDLG, Refocus Strategy in China
Volvo Construction Equipment has announced plans to sell its 70% ownership stake in Chinese construction equipment manufacturer SDLG. The shares will be transferred to a fund primarily owned by Lingong Group (LGG), the existing minority shareholder in SDLG. The move marks a strategic shift for Volvo CE, which intends to narrow its focus in the…
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Work Zones Done Right: Street-Level Safety Tips
You don’t need a degree in traffic engineering to know a work zone can go south quickly. One distracted driver. One missed sign. One crew member not paying attention. That’s all it takes. And if you’re in the paving and maintenance business, you’re probably dealing with those risks more days than not. So we called…
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Command Alkon Acquires Digital Fleet to Expand Fleet Management Capabilities
Command Alkon has acquired Digital Fleet, a company specializing in fleet management solutions for the heavy building materials industry. The acquisition includes Digital Fleet’s full product suite and team and marks an expansion of Command Alkon’s efforts to strengthen its technology offerings across logistics and operations. Digital Fleet, previously owned by Ozinga Ventures, brings experience…
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Why Heat Stress Is A Major Jobsite Hazard This Summer
Summer 2025 is already breaking heat records across the country, and construction sites are feeling the pressure. With longer heatwaves and higher humidity, workers are facing more than just discomfort, they are facing serious health risks. Heat stress is no longer a seasonal concern. It’s quickly becoming the biggest safety challenge on jobsites today. Unlike…
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DOGE Reforms Trigger Surge in Federal Construction Contract Terminations
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has launched sweeping reforms aimed at eliminating waste, streamlining procurement and reallocating federal funds away from underperforming or redundant programs. While DOGE’s mission focuses on government operations, government contractors – including in the construction industry – are feeling the ripple effects of the department’s actions. One of the most…
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Industrial Construction Drops 63% Across Largest U.S. Markets
The industrial real estate market across the U.S. is entering a new phase of balance after years of explosive growth. According to Colliers, the 25 largest U.S. industrial markets now account for 76% of the country’s total industrial inventory, continuing to drive national trends despite a notable slowdown in construction and leasing activity. Supply Shrinks,…
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The Trend Toward Bright-Line Protections: Recent Legislative Updates to Prompt Payment Laws Across the Country
Prompt payment statutes have long served as the backbone of financial fairness and predictability in the construction industry. Designed to ensure that those who perform work and furnish materials are paid timely, these statutes help maintain cash flow stability across all tiers of a project. In recent years, state legislatures across the country have taken…