Tag: Construction
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140+ Southern AZ Students Compete in Construction Showcase
The Arizona Builders Alliance’s SkillsUSA Region 6 Construction Competition showcased the talents of over 140 Southern Arizona high school students on Friday, February 7, at Catalina High School in Tucson. From 8 A.M. to 2:30 P.M., student builders put their construction skills to the test across seven trade categories, with industry professionals serving as judges. The event offered…
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Hispanic Construction Council head calls for practical immigration policy
Listen to the article 9 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Many Latino Americans who showed up at the polls for the 2024 election voted for President Donald Trump. The Associated Press projected that 43% of the block voted for Trump, who ran on a platform that included…
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Autodesk Announces New Features to Construction Cloud
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in Business, Business & Financial Tools, Business Intelligence & Predictive Analytics, Business Services, Communication & Safety, Communication Equipment, Construction Technology, Document Management Software, Featured, Other Construction Business Software, Other Technology Solutions, Project Management, Project Management Software, Technology, Technology and Software, Work Management & Scheduling SoftwareAutodesk has announced that it has added three new features to its Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC). The upgrades to the ACC are designed to help you get the right data, at the right time, to the right person—all while improving project collaboration and success. The three new features include Autodesk Assistant, Handover, and File Automated…
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Optimizing Automation in Your Construction Business
With the increasing demands on pavement contractors—whether managing multiple projects, tracking material costs, or handling client invoicing—automating accounting tasks can significantly improve efficiency and accuracy. So, how do you avoid the aggravation of automation? It all comes down to proper setup, a solid understanding of financials, and structured processes. The Importance of Proper Setup Successful…
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How Digital Transformation Alters Casino Construction
The tendrils of digital transformation have extended to every industry and niche, and the gambling industry is a great example of the impact that this movement is having. From customer-facing services keeping pace with expectations for online access to casino games to bricks-and-mortar venues being designed and built with the latest digital tools, the reach…
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What’s Next for AI in Construction – An Interview with Oracle’s Josh Kanner
In this episode of the AI AEC Show, I sat down with Josh Kanner, Senior Director of Product and Strategy at Oracle Construction & Engineering, to explore how AI is transforming construction. Josh, a seasoned AI-driven construction tech expert, shared insights on how Oracle is helping its customers harness AI for smarter decision-making, risk mitigation,…
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How Zachry Construction used AI to speed up its estimating process
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. When contractors bid on a project, they’re often on a short, often unforgiving timer. Zachry Construction, headquartered in San Antonio, feels this crunch on infrastructure projects, where the estimation process can lead to a race against the…
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Breaking Barriers: A Woman’s Perspective on the Construction Industry
The construction industry has long been a male-dominated field, with its roots deeply entrenched in traditional roles and expectations. For years, women have faced significant challenges in gaining acceptance, respect, and leadership positions in this space. However, while there is still much progress to be made, women continue to break barriers and redefine their roles…
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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…