Category: Features
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How Today’s Potential Buyers Evaluate AE Firms
In the past, prospects looked primarily to referrals and references for insight when they evaluated AE firms. But the game has changed, and new tools like SEO and social media raise new questions. How are buyers really checking out sellers today, and which tools no longer get the job done? Hinge Marketing conducted wide-ranging research…
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The Evolution and Impact of Steel in Architecture – Infographic
This infographic illustrates the history of steel in architecture. by mmjett. Explore more infographics like this one on the web’s largest information design community – Visually. The post The Evolution and Impact of Steel in Architecture – Infographic appeared first on AEC Business. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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4 Keys to Preventing Lock Out Tag Out Violations
Lock Out Tag Out violations are among OSHA’s top 10 most frequently cited standards, resulting in fines that can soar to $100,000 or more per violation. Usually, when OSHA finds one violation they locate many others. OSHA notes that LOTO violations account for nearly 10% of workplace injuries and fatalities every year. On the surface,…
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Enterprise Project Management (EPM) Software Choices for Small Contractors
Part ii: 5 Ways an EPM Bundle Can Work for You EPM bundles are nothing new for the construction industry; however, they are ever changing and evolving; some more dynamically than others. The most visible change is ease of usability. The range of EPM program choices is as diverse, as it is expanding rapidly.…
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Top 10 Mistakes Construction Companies Make
Within the next 5 years, about 80 percent of construction companies may not make it. Here are the top 10 reasons why: Running a business without a business plan Businesses will always have risks. These things are completely inevitable. What’s foolish, however, is to run them with no effective planning. A business plan will always…
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Construction Marketing Outlook 2014 – Survey Results
Construction Marketing Association conducted a national survey of construction professionals to further understand current marketing plans and priorities in the construction industry. For 2014, 86.8% of respondents indicated they plan to increase their overall marketing activities and budgets, while 13.2% reported a planned decrease in marketing budgets. The respondents were asked the following questions: 1. For…
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Construction Marketing Outlook 2014 – Survey Results
Construction Marketing Association conducted a national survey of construction professionals to further understand current marketing plans and priorities in the construction industry. For 2014, 86.8% of respondents indicated they plan to increase their overall marketing activities and budgets, while 13.2% reported a planned decrease in marketing budgets. The respondents were asked the following questions: 1. For…