Tag: Smarter
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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…
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Construction Firms Are Monetizing Smarter with Telegram in 2025
If you think Telegram is just for memes, crypto chatter, or random group chats, think again. In 2025, savvy construction businesses are tapping into the unique features of this amazing platform to monetize smarter, boost leads, and build stronger client relationships. Telegram makes things simple and cost-effective. Yep, it is not just a messaging app…
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Construction Firms Are Monetizing Smarter with Telegram in 2025
If you think Telegram is just for memes, crypto chatter, or random group chats, think again. In 2025, savvy construction businesses are tapping into the unique features of this amazing platform to monetize smarter, boost leads, and build stronger client relationships. Telegram makes things simple and cost-effective. Yep, it is not just a messaging app…
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Custom Motion Solutions for Smarter Commercial Construction
Commercial construction has seen big changes in recent years. Buildings are getting smarter. Construction teams are using better tools. And behind many of these upgrades is one key factor: motion technology. It helps move, lift, adjust, and automate, making projects faster, safer, and more efficient. For companies working on large-scale builds like warehouses, office towers,…
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From Reactive to Predictive: Smarter HVAC Maintenance
In the world of HVAC, maintenance is no longer just about fixing what’s broken — it’s about predicting what will break before it does. As buildings become smarter and more reliant on digital systems, maintenance strategies are evolving too. We’re seeing a major shift from traditional reactive maintenance toward predictive and condition-based maintenance models that…