Category: #software
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The Digital Shift: Why Contractors Need Free Online Tools
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The construction industry is evolving fast. Projects are bigger, clients are more demanding, and productivity expectations are higher than ever. To stay competitive, contractors are learning that skill on the jobsite is only half the equation; the other half involves smart adoption of digital solutions Technology Is Now a Jobsite Essential Years ago, most contractors…
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Contractor’s Guide to Business Management Software That Pays
Commercial construction companies face a unique challenge: managing complex projects across multiple sectors while maintaining razor-thin profit margins. With retail buildouts, healthcare facilities, hospitality projects, and office developments each having distinct requirements, the right business management software can mean the difference between profitable growth and costly inefficiencies. “We see contractors making the same mistake repeatedly.…
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The Future of Garage Door Services with Software Innovation
In today’s fast-paced service industry, efficiency and customer satisfaction are critical to success. Nowhere is this more evident than in garage door services, where professionals handle everything from urgent repairs to large-scale installations. To stay competitive, businesses are turning to garage door software as a powerful tool to streamline scheduling, optimize dispatching, and ensure seamless…
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17,500 Visa Workers Help Keep Australia’s Trade Workforce Afloat
Temporary skilled visa workers are playing a vital role in keeping Australia’s construction and trades sectors moving, filling critical labour gaps during a period of strong demand and persistent skill shortages. New analysis from job management platform NextMinute shows that, while visa holders make up just under 2% of the national trade workforce, some states are…
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XBE Appoints Chris Wurtz as Ready Mix President
XBE, the leading business operations software company for heavy materials, logistics and construction, has appointed a new member to its executive team. Chris Wurtz has been named President of Ready Mix, where he will work directly with producers and alongside XBE’s product and engineering teams to deliver solutions that enable proactive business planning, with real-time…
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Are Your Building Systems Ready for Windows 11?
Windows 11 introduces new compatibility needs for systems that manage buildings. These include BMS workstations, access control servers, CCTV consoles, and digital signage players. Assessing readiness is critical before upgrading. Hardware limitations or unsupported software can lead to operational hiccups. Facilities teams should address several key areas to ensure a smooth transition. From confirming hardware…
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MAGIC EAGLE® Launches EagleCam 5: AI, 5MP, No-SIM Cellular
In a world where the outdoors doesn’t wait, neither should your gear. On August 15, MAGIC EAGLE®, a next-generation trail camera brand founded by engineers and outdoor enthusiasts, will officially launch its flagship and the first product: EagleCam 5, a smart, AI-powered cellular trail camera designed for serious hunters, wildlife observers, and landowners who demand real-time performance,…
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Trane Technologies Debuts BrainBox AI Lab for Smarter Buildings
Trane Technologies (NYSE:TT), a global climate innovator, today announced the launch of the BrainBox AI Lab – igniting a new era in energy optimization for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions in the built environment and refrigerated transport. The Trane Technologies BrainBox AI Lab is dedicated to advancing technologies designed to support more intelligent,…
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New Automated Model Simplification Method for BIM
The Franco-German software manufacturer CoreTechnologie (CT) presents a new methodology for the automated simplification and conversion of 3D models in the Building Information Modeling (BIM) process. The current version of the 3D_Evolution Simplifier conversion tool significantly enhances performance in the project development process. Planners, designers and engineers in the fields of architecture, construction, mechanical engineering…