Category: Expert Columns
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New Executive Orders Signal Big Changes for the Propane Industry in 2025
Since returning to office, President Donald Trump has wasted no time, releasing dozens of Executive Orders (EOs) on his first day back in the White House on January 20th, 2025. Various EOs are relevant to the propane industry. As global economics is a key market condition that will influence changes in the price of products…
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Smarter Construction with AI: Scheduling, Estimation, and Risk Mitigation
In an industry driven by tight schedules, complex workflows and growing demands for sustainability, building owners and facility managers are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to bring efficiency and clarity to preconstruction and construction workflows. AI’s ability to process large datasets, predict outcomes and automate repetitive tasks can revolutionize project management, offering solutions to some…
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P- vs. G-Tier Compact Machines: How to Choose the Compact Machine to Fit Your Needs
When I started in the industry more than 30 years ago, contractors would often opt for compact construction equipment (CCE) that had the lowest price point. Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) developed CCE mostly focused on its ability to function, not thinking about comfort or technology. Then, during the 2000s, OEMs recognized the need to address…
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Why ESG Matters More Than Ever in Today’s Construction Industry
The construction industry stands at a transformative moment where environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives have evolved beyond mere compliance requirements into powerful drivers of competitive advantage. As market demands evolve and regulatory pressures mount, forward-thinking construction companies are discovering that robust ESG practices don’t just satisfy stakeholders—they create tangible business value and shape the…
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Construction Delays and Burnout: The High Cost of Compressed Schedules
In the high-stakes world of construction, the project schedule is often seen as the immutable roadmap to success. It dictates timelines, resource allocation, and ultimately, profitability. Yet, all too often, this meticulously crafted plan encounters the harsh realities of the jobsite, leading to a phenomenon that can cripple projects: schedule compression. Simply put, schedule compression…
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Why Smarter Project Management Is Key to Jobsite Success
In the heart of downtown, a sleek skyscraper rises, its glass facade gleaming in the morning sun. Behind this architectural marvel is a silent hero: cutting-edge project and information management technology that’s revolutionizing how construction firms handle risk and quality control. Gone are the days of cluttered job trailers overflowing with hard-copy blueprints, specification documents…
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How AI Tools Improve Driver Safety
Commercial vehicles are an integral part of the American economy, delivering essential goods to every corner of the United States. Millions of commercial and consumer vehicles occupy the road every day, making everyone stakeholders in keeping the roads safe, whether it’s a construction worker in a work zone, a family on a road trip, or…
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6 Ways Outsourced Accounting Helps Construction Companies Prepare for Tax Season
Recent findings from Adobe revealed that only one in three small business owners feels prepared for tax season. While filing taxes is an undoubtedly stressful and burdensome task in and of itself, messy and inaccurate record-keeping throughout the year can further exacerbate the stress of tax season. With the scramble of the 2024 tax season…
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Safe Driving Strategies for Construction Crews and Fleet Managers
Safe driving practices are paramount in the construction industry, serving as a critical safeguard for workers and a strategic measure to mitigate financial and operational risks. And yet, the construction sector remains one of the most dangerous industries for workers. As many as 1 in 5 workplace fatalities occur on a construction job site, according…
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Safe Driving Strategies for Construction Crews and Fleet Managers
Safe driving practices are paramount in the construction industry, serving as a critical safeguard for workers and a strategic measure to mitigate financial and operational risks. And yet, the construction sector remains one of the most dangerous industries for workers. As many as 1 in 5 workplace fatalities occur on a construction job site, according…