Tag: challenges
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Exterior Maintenance Challenges in Miami’s Humid Climate
Miami’s commercial buildings operate in one of the most demanding exterior environments in the United States. Constant humidity, heavy rainfall, salt-laden air, and intense sunlight combine to place year-round stress on building exteriors. For facilities teams managing offices, retail centers, hospitality venues, and mixed-use properties across South Florida, exterior upkeep is less about aesthetics and…
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Tackling construction’s top challenges through digital transformation
Construction businesses in today’s economic climate face a variety of pressing challenges. According to a recent survey by Intuit, the top pain points include skilled labor shortages, rising material costs, and operational inefficiencies. At the same time, rapid advancements in digital technology present opportunities for companies to invest in new tools and solutions that can…
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Autumn budget: CIOB warns of challenges faced by SMEs
“As a sector made primarily of SMEs (more than 99% of the UK construction industry are SMEs), many companies are already struggling with rising costs and a dwindling workforce,” said Eddie Tuttle, director of policy, research and external affairs at CIOB. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Managing Risk and Insurance Challenges in Green Construction Projects
With growing interest around the globe – and government programs to support the shift – both designers and construction firms are taking on an increasing number of green projects, both in Ontario and across Canada. Yet this new building trend comes with additional risks – risks that designers and builders alike may not always understand.…
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Determination, commitment and overcoming challenges: construction students’ achievements recognised in CIOB Maidstone awards
Bell was studying for Level 4 – Quantity Surveying Technician – HNC Construction at MidKent College. Transitioning from a background in supply chain materials management, he was praised for “embracing a steep learning curve, mastering construction-specific techniques, terminology and technologies that are outside his current professional scope”. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Four Challenges Facing Construction in 2025 — and How Equipment Leasing Helps Contractors Stay Competitive
The construction industry is being stressed from many sides, but it has strong fundamentals and performed well in 2024. What challenges and opportunities do the industry face, and how are construction firms dealing with them? Here, we break down some of the challenges and explain how equipment leasing and financing is helping construction companies better…
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HS2 tunnel reaches milestone following ‘serious challenges’
The realigned A361, which runs over one of the longest ‘cut-and-cover’ tunnels on the HS2 project, has been reopened. A short section of the road, which runs from Banbury to Daventry, was closed for 11 days to allow the carriageway to be safely realigned over the top of the first section of the tunnel. Set to…
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Expert Panel Tackles Supply Chain Challenges at FGIA Conference
A panel of experts will offer a view of the current supply chain landscape, how to navigate it and what solutions can be put in place at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) 2025 Fall Conference, taking place October 6-9 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Moderated by FGIA Executive Director Janice Yglesias, panelists will share the…
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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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Construction Industry Confronts Opioid Crisis and Mental Health Challenges
The construction industry is built on the strength of materials, structures, teams and individuals. Yet even the most resilient workforces are vulnerable to the challenges of today’s world. In recent years, the rise of drug overdose deaths across the United States has reached crisis levels, with Bexar County, Texas, home to San Antonio, seeing some…