Tag: challenges
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Database Development for Real-Time Apps: Challenges & Solutions
In today’s fast-paced digital world, real-time applications are no longer a luxury—they’re a necessity. From live financial trading platforms to instant messaging apps and IoT-driven smart devices, the demand for real-time data processing is skyrocketing. However, building databases that can handle the unique demands of real-time applications is no small feat. This article explores the…
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Legal Challenges in Construction: Why Clear Titles Matter
It can be unsettling to consider investing millions in a commercial construction project, only to see it stall or even collapse due to a problem with the property title. That’s why understanding the importance of a crystal-clear property title before breaking ground is crucial. In Pennsylvania, legal challenges in commercial construction can be more than…
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Common Challenges in Managing Medical Supply Resupply
Keeping up with medical supply resupply is essential for smooth operations in healthcare. When medical supplies run low or get delayed, it can disrupt patient care and create unnecessary stress for medical staff. However, managing resupply isn’t always easy—many healthcare providers struggle with shortages, high costs, and tracking issues. Understanding these common challenges can help…
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How to Avoid the 5 Main Potential Challenges for the Construction Industry in 2025
At the halfway point of 2024, U.S. construction spending was down roughly $1.7 billion from the previous year. While new construction projects are expected to grow by 8.5% in 2025, there are still several uncertainties for the upcoming year that could create challenges for businesses in the construction industry. Calum Mair, commercial director of North America…
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Strategies to Navigate Construction Labor Market Challenges
As someone who’s spent over two decades studying workforce dynamics, I’ve never seen a more complex talent landscape than what we’re facing in construction today. With open jobs plummeting 40% year-over-year, you might think we’re simply dealing with another cyclical downturn. But this isn’t your typical market correction — it’s a wake-up call for an…
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Plumbing Challenges in High-Rise Construction: A Plumber’s View
When you think of high-rise buildings, you might imagine impressive city skylines, luxurious apartments, or bustling office spaces. However, behind the scenes, there’s a network of intricate plumbing systems that keep everything running smoothly. Plumbing in high-rise construction is far more complicated than in single-story homes or low-rise buildings. It presents unique challenges that require…
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AGC Chief Economist on Construction Challenges in 2025
Ken Simonson, Chief Economist, Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)Associated General Contractors of AmericaTo assess emerging trends and both current and future concerns of the construction industry, the Equipment Today (ET) team team spoke with experts throughout the industry. In our conversation below, Ken Simonson, chief economist, Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), offers insights…
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NIBS Tackles Workforce Challenges with Elevate 2025
To address the severity of the widening gap in America’s built environment workforce, the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) is co-hosting a one-day event with the International Code Council and National Building Museum focusing on this critical workforce crisis. Elevate 2025 will convene industry leaders and policymakers to explore the true scope of the issue and…
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Navigating Challenges of Today’s Real Estate Market
Here’s something that might feel familiar: scrolling through property listings, eyes darting between skyrocketing prices and descriptions that read like a love letter to a shoebox-sized apartment. The real estate market has a way of keeping everyone on their toes, whether buying, selling, or just trying to make sense of it all. And the challenges?…
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Navigating fire safety challenges in social housing: a critical examination
Anthony Walker looks at the fire safety issues facing landlords in the social housing sector. Many landlords are grappling with a backlog of remedial actions (Image: Dreamstime) The landscape of fire safety in social housing is undergoing significant scrutiny, with recent regulatory notices issued by the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) highlighting the pressing challenges…