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How Modular Helps Developers Meet an Important Demographic: Gen Z

By focusing on sustainable practices and understanding the needs of younger renters, we can create homes that not only fulfill basic living requirements but also resonate with the values of a generation committed to making a difference.

The convergence of Gen Z’s environmental concerns and evolving housing trends presents a unique opportunity for developers willing to adapt and innovate.

Confusion Over Head Protection Puts Workers at Risk

International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA)

Head protection has been a cornerstone of workplace safety for decades. The good news is, there have never been more head protection options than there are today.

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Propane Means Efficiency for Asphalt Business Owners

This clean-energy could be the game-changer you need to get ahead of the competition.

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8 Ways to Increase Safety Around Heavy Equipment

Sentry Insurance

Construction sites, especially those involving heavy equipment, carry significant safety risks. Mistakes or overlooked protocols can lead to accidents that harm workers and derail projects.

If an excavator arm reaches too far into an area adjacent to a power source, it could lead to injury or death for the operator as well as those nearby.

How to Attract 1 Million More Women to the Construction Industry

Governments, trade organizations, construction companies, and industry groups have to work together to ensure we successfully attract groups who have historically been more hesitant to consider a career in construction into the industry.

If companies can put their female employees at the forefront of these efforts, women will more easily see themselves in the open roles.

6 Ways the Construction Industry Can Retain Gen Z Workers

The labor market has undergone changes since 2019, especially regarding career and education choices. More young workers are considering alternatives to traditional four-year degrees.

As Gen Z moves into the trades at a faster pace than previous generations, construction and other blue-collar organizations have a unique opportunity to build a skilled, tech-savvy and entrepreneurial workforce.

8 Red Flags to Watch For When Hiring for Your Construction Jobsite

Contractor Labor Source

An effective approach to screening job applications is by identifying red flags that can indicate poor fit.

When evaluating applications and resumes it is just as important to cull out candidates as it is to find potential winners.

Understanding How Hidden Fees Plague the Transportation Fleet Industry

Fleet Advantage

The problem is that for many businesses, the prices we see in plain sight are rarely the prices we end up paying – whether that’s at a restaurant, or for a truck lease.

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4 Practical Ways to Reduce Construction Costs Without Hurting Quality

Cert-In Software Systems

Effective construction cost management involves strategic planning, accurate estimation and efficient billing processes.

One of the most effective ways to manage construction costs is by selecting materials that balance cost and quality.

Helping to Solve The Housing Crisis: Turning Corporate Into Residential

Gallagher Construction

Economic necessity has driven a surge in adaptive reuse with office buildings being converted into multi-family housing options and shopping malls being converted into residential units with adjacent entertainment facilities.

Before 2023, about 40 office buildings a year, nationwide, were converted into multifamily housing and other uses. In 2023, there were 100 conversions—a 150% increase.

Industry Associations: What's In It For Me?

Illinois Land Improvement Contractors Association (ILICA)

Learn why it's important to understand the benefits and impact that membership can make within your industry or area of expertise.

As a member of an association, one of the most significant benefits for certain folks is the impact that they can make within their industry or their area of focus simply by being a part of that group with similar interests and goals.

Dennis in the Dirt: 3 Key Factors Affecting the Construction Industry Post-Election

RDO Equipment Co.

Using industry indicators and trends from the first half of the year, Dennis Howard shares where contractors can focus to optimize operations and prepare as far ahead as possible.

Things are cooling down, and it is not just the weather. Nobody likes uncertainty, but as we watch some of these factors settle closer to pre-pandemic levels, we can focus on controlling what we can with decisive action to optimize operations through a trusted equipment partner and prepare as far ahead as possible.

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