Tag: Prepare
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Prepare for humanoid construction robots starting now: report
Dive Brief: Humanoid robots might not be a fixture on the jobsites of today, but the time is now for builders to start gameplanning for their future usage, according to an Oct. 17 report from consulting firm McKinsey and Co. The report paints a scenario that contractors across the country are all too familiar with:…
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Prepare Your Business for Winter: 4 Must-Check Areas
As you know, winter is around the corner. The cold has already made itself known, especially in the higher areas, where snow and freezing temps often show up early. If you’ve experienced winter, you know that it’s not just about keeping warm; it’s about preparation. This is particularly true if you’re a business owner because…
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Prepare your accounting infrastructure for what’s next: lean financial operations
According to AGC’s 2024 Construction Hiring and Business Outlook report, many contractors anticipate robust growth this year. That could mean more bids, bigger projects, and increased demand for your services. But a hidden barrier, rooted in outdated accounting practices, could prevent you from capitalizing on this trend. Outdated systems are a strategic liability. Manual processes,…
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Eye On Rental – Equipment Rental Shops Should Prepare for the Upcoming Year Now
The topics of preparation and efficiency planning have always been important. However, for all the obvious reasons (including the tight labor market, ever-increasing competition, and significantly higher costs of doing business) now is the time to place and even higher priority on these topics. Every equipment rental business is different of course but here are…
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How Businesses Can Prepare for PAGA Reform Compliance
California is well-known for having some of the most rigorous labor requirements in the United States, especially concerning employee meal and rest breaks. These regulations have been in place for over two decades, but recent legislative changes raise the stakes for non-compliance. As of July 1, 2024, California reformed its Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA),…
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ISO Standards: How Contractors Can Prepare for MEWPs Design Updates
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in Accessories, Attachments, Boom Lifts, Construction News, Construction Safety, Construction Technology, Equipment, Featured, Lifting, Lifting & Material Handling, Lifting Equipment, Mobile Elevating Work Platforms, Other Equipment or Fleet Hardware, Other Equipment or Fleet Management Software, Other Technology Solutions, Rental, Safety Equipment – Other, Scissor Lift, Scissor Lifts, Technology, Vertical Lift, Vertical Mast LiftsA new international standard is reshaping how controls are designed on mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), including boom lifts and scissor lifts. ISO 21455, titled Operator’s controls – Actuation, displacement, location and method of operation, was published in 2020 to improve operator safety and reduce the risk of accidents caused by inconsistent control layouts. Australia…
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How Businesses Can Prepare for and Navigate PAGA Reform
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California is well-known for having some of the most rigorous labor requirements in the United States, especially concerning employee meal and rest breaks. These regulations have been in place for over two decades, but recent legislative changes raise the stakes for non-compliance. As of July 1, 2024, California reformed its Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA),…
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Key Steps to Prepare a Construction Site for Safety & Compliance
Construction sites can be chaotic. Heavy machinery, constant movement, and unpredictable conditions make preparation essential. Without the right groundwork, small oversights turn into costly mistakes. Safety isn’t just a checklist item. It’s what keeps everyone on-site confident in their work and ready to tackle challenges head-on. Compliance adds another layer of responsibility that demands your…
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No Mow May: How to prepare your lawn
No Mow May is an annual campaign that encourages people to let their lawns grow wild throughout the month of May. Urban and suburban gardens can become havens for wildlife, wildflowers, and grasses, helping to feed bees, butterflies, and pollinators throughout the summer. James Ewens, gardening expert at Green Feathers point outs, “Habitat loss, pesticides,…
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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…