Category: Business
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Appleseed Foundation Launches Online Deportation Preparation Manual for Immigrant Families
The Appleseed Foundation has released an online version of its Deportation Preparation Manual for Immigrant Families, a free tool designed to help families plan for the legal, financial, and emotional challenges that can come with deportation. By answering a short series of questions, families can generate a personalized plan addressing needs such as child guardianship,…
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ABC Opposes New House Bill on Labor Contracts
Associated Builders and Contractors is pushing back against new legislation introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. Rep. Pete Stauber, R-Minn., has introduced the Faster Labor Contracts Act, which would mandate binding arbitration if employers and unions fail to reach a contract agreement within 120 days. ABC President and CEO Michael Bellaman said the measure…
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Cybersecurity Tops Priority List for Construction Decision-Makers, Survey Finds
Cybersecurity remains a leading concern for contractors and construction executives, according to the 2025 Travelers Risk Index. The annual survey of more than 1,200 business decision-makers found that three out of four respondents in construction said cyber protection is a priority championed by senior management. The finding underscores how much the industry has shifted in…
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How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Boosts Construction Equipment Investment and Tax Relief
According to the Equipment Leasing and Finance Foundation, 42% of businesses plan to increase their equipment and software investments this year, with 32% citing increasing labor costs and labor shortages as the primary reason. For construction companies navigating these pressures, the Trump Administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (P.L. 119-21) (“OBBBA”) can bring significant tax…
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SEAA Names New and Returning Board Members
The Steel Erectors Association of America (SEAA) has named several new and returning members to its Board of Directors. Carrie Gulajan of Construction Insurance Agency, Inc. and Jason McElrath of MP Specialty Insurance will continue their terms. Gulajan has served on the board for more than 15 years, while McElrath joined in 2021. New directors…
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Merlo Forecast Projects Growth in Construction, Agriculture and Data Centers
Merlo America, in collaboration with predictive sales intelligence firm BiltData.ai, has released a forecast projecting steady growth across the construction, agriculture and data center sectors over the next decade. The report estimates U.S. construction spending will rise from $1.553 trillion in 2025 to $1.889 trillion by 2030, reflecting a 4% compound annual growth rate. Residential…
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FieldEdge and Service Autopilot Partner with Coast on GPS-Powered Fuel Management
FieldEdge by Xplor and Service Autopilot by Xplor have announced a partnership with Coast to deliver a GPS-enabled fuel management solution for service businesses. The integration combines Coast’s smart fuel card technology with FleetSharp GPS tracking, giving fleet managers more control over fuel spending and security. The system can block unauthorized fuel purchases, track odometer…
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CM Labs Launches Simulation-Based 3-Person Crew Training for Heavy Equipment
CM Labs Simulations has released Intellia 3-Person Crew Training, a new simulation tool that allows excavator, articulated dump truck and dozer operators to train together in one virtual environment. The platform places crews in a shared workspace where they can practice coordinating operations, communicating in real time and building teamwork skills essential for safe and…
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Revizto: Top 5 Challenges Slowing Global Infrastructure Projects
Global infrastructure projects continue to face major setbacks, with political instability, fragile supply chains, and outdated delivery models among the leading obstacles, according to new research involving leaders from projects such as Heathrow, JFK and Network Rail. The World Bank estimates nine in 10 projects face delays or cost overruns, while McKinsey calculates inefficiencies at…
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AI-Enabled Jobsite Intelligence: How Contractors Can Unlock Safety, Efficiency, ROI
At the start of 2025, only 2% of construction firms reported using AI, but that percentage is expected to double over the course of the year. Not only will AI support productivity but two in three construction firms agree that the use of cutting-edge tools will help them recruit talent. Still, confusion persists surrounding how…