Tag: Smarter
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Smarter Ways to Keep Buildings Spotless
Clean buildings make great first impressions. Whether it’s an office, apartment complex, or hospital, the moment someone steps inside, they start forming an opinion. A polished floor, dust-free air vents, and well-maintained restrooms tell people that your facility is cared for. But beyond appearances, cleanliness plays a much bigger role—it supports health, safety, and productivity.…
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5 Unexpected Materials Powering Smarter Construction
When you think of innovation on the construction site, it’s usually the big-ticket items that come to mind: advanced cranes, modular builds, smart helmets. But behind the concrete and steel, the industry is quietly being reshaped by less glamorous—yet incredibly practical—materials and surplus supplies. Today’s most efficient contractors aren’t just good with bricks and blueprints;…
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JobSight360 Unveils AI Crew Simulator for Smarter Estimating
JobSight360, a next-generation construction intelligence platform, today announced the launch of its Crew Simulator Engine, marking a major milestone in the company’s mission to modernize how heavy civil and industrial contractors estimate and manage construction bids. More than a product release, the simulator represents a strategic leap: the first in a series of AI-driven modules…
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Smarter Ways to Review Complex Construction Contracts
Starting With the Problem Construction contracts come with pressure. Every clause must support the project’s goals, timing, and risk tolerance. Legal teams want clarity. Project teams want speed. Both need to understand obligations without losing time. The more complex the project, the longer it takes to sift through documents, catch important terms, and flag issues.…
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Construction’s Inflation Relief Opens the Door to Smarter Fleet Management
Over the past four years, inflation has significantly impacted the construction industry. Rising costs for materials, labor and equipment have led to increased project budgets and longer timelines. As prices for essential resources like lumber, steel, concrete, and even labor have soared, construction companies have faced challenges in maintaining profitability and project timeliness. Additionally, the…
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AI is Reshaping Construction: Smarter, Safer and More Sustainable Projects Ahead
The construction industry is booming, projected to grow by $4.2 trillion globally over the next 15 years. But this growth faces a challenge: a widening skills gap, with job vacancies up 41% year-over-year and a wave of retirements looming. AI offers a powerful solution, poised to significantly improve how projects are designed, built and managed.…
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4 Rules for Smarter Economic Forecasting in Construction
Planning for the future has never been as vital — nor as daunting — as it is today. The past five years have demonstrated just how tumultuous the construction industry can be – from supply chain disruptions and labor shortages to rapid inflation and regulatory shifts, each year seems to bring new and unforeseen changes.…
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Clayco CEO sees cautious clients, smarter investments
Listen to the article 5 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. One of Chicago’s largest construction companies remains confident in the data center and advanced manufacturing project pipeline, according to its CEO. In May, Clayco made a slate of key leadership promotions, including Ryan McGuire as president of…
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Fleetio Unveils Advanced Analytics for Smarter Fleet Data
Fleetio, the leading fleet optimization platform, today announced the launch of Advanced Analytics, an interactive reporting tool that uncovers cost savings and enhances fleet performance. Organizations can go beyond fundamental fleet cost management to uncover high-cost vehicles, compare trends over time and analyze average costs by asset type. With real-time threshold alerts highlighting issues like…
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How visiting a heat pump is helping UK homeowners make smarter, greener choices
As more homeowners explore eco-friendly alternatives to traditional heating, the Visit a Heat Pump service has become a vital resource in the UK’s journey toward sustainability. By connecting prospective buyers with real heat pump users, the platform offers an authentic glimpse into daily life with this technology. This direct exposure not only increases understanding and…