BEST IN CLASS MOBILE & CLOUD CONSTRUCTION APPLICATIONS SAN DIEGO, CA., (October 27, 2016) — eSUB Construction Software is pleased to announce a brand new product integration, bringing together PlanGrid’s user-friendly field productivity application for construction professionals with eSUB’s project management and document control platform for unmatched collaboration and productivity in the field. […]
Category: Technology
Construction Cyber Risk in the Construction Industry: An Important Consideration
Many people might not think that construction cyber risk is something that is required in the field of construction. This is because the construction industry works to make buildings and houses and most people would not think that cyber security in the construction industry would be something in which companies would consider or be willing […]
Limit Construction Litigation Expenses By Streamlining Storage of Electronic Information
Limit Construction Litigation Expenses By Streamlining Storage of Electronic Information By Gina M. Vitiello and Patrick Kennedy. Any company that has been a party to litigation has learned the hard way about the aggravation of producing the electronic documents demanded in the discovery process. Lawyers call this “e-discovery,” and parties to litigation might think the “e” […]
Document Management – How It’s Hurting Your Bottom Line & How To Fix It
I think you’ll agree with me when I say: It’s REALLY tiresome dealing with manual coordination of documents, human error, missing files, and, all-in-all, leaving money on the table. But is this all necessary? Absolutely not! It turns out, you can dramatically change your misfortunes and keep your projects on track… In today’s post, […]
Contractors, Subcontractors, and the age of Construction Management Software
One of the consequences of the “do more with less” emphasis in construction is that everyone who participates in designing and building a project plays a more important role—subcontractors included. Building owners seek to satisfy customer demand for eco-friendly, ergonomic environments, all while keeping costs in check and projects on schedule. The result? Everyone must […]
Three Technologies to Improve Jobsite Safety
Three Technologies to Improve Jobsite Safety Drones, tower crane cameras and Prevention Through Design (PtD) are all innovations that construction companies are beginning to employ to reduce the chance of injuries and incidents to improve jobsite safety. DRONES In 2015, more than 700,000 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) were in operation. With these new UAVs, also known […]
How to Manage Construction Conflicts to our Advantage
Everyone fears that something will go horribly wrong on a project. Construction conflicts are numerous. Whether it’s an accident where proper safety regulations were not adhered to or a subcontractor that says it never got its set of plans, or is missing a vital piece of project information and now is weeks behind schedule. It could […]
The Great “Tech Effect” on Construction
Construction Technology News – The Great “Tech Effect” Technology predictions are exciting as the rapid rate of change in the industry means that startling developments continuously take place. But some predictions are not predictions; they’re more like evolving status updates. That is, certain trends are well established and recognized, but are still in the midst […]
Using Mobile Apps to Manage Construction Field Workers Effectively
Mobile field service application software is key to managing an efficient field workforce. Here are some tips to track workers without driving them away. By Joanna Rotter. Managing a staff of people can be tricky in any industry. Try keeping track of employees on shifting jobsites, many whom are paid hourly or are temporary workers. Construction […]
TECH TIPS! Strengthening Business Relationships with CRM Technology
Construction companies starting out five, 10 or even 20 years ago faced many challenges, but communication was likely not one of them. Small business owners are in the field shaking hands with customers, personally making sure everything is done right and spending time with suppliers and subcontractors. As companies grow, things change. Leaders are less […]
For Immediate Release: The Golden State Warriors plan to begin construction of their new arena in early 2016
The Golden State Warriors, winners of the 2014/2015 NBA Finals, released more details about their planned $1 billion arena. An agreement was reached with the city of San Francisco and University of California, San Francisco with regards to potential traffic problems around the already crowded Mission Bay area. And, the Warriors formally closed on a […]
Beat Traditional Methods of Information Sharing with Seamless Workflows
For subcontractors, creating a workflow that operates with consistent effort has not always been an easy undertaking. Unlike conventional workplaces, connectivity isn’t always guaranteed, and traditional devices are not necessarily sturdy enough for the less-than-forgiving construction jobsites. But, thanks to a number of advances in software, hardware, and wireless connectivity, a seamless workflow is now […]
Enabling Project Management into People Power
Optimize your managers and workforce with the best project management software Ask any experienced project manager about the biggest challenge of delivering projects on time and on budget, and the conversation will always come down to people. In construction, efficient project management is highly dependent on the performance of the workforce. This critical business function […]
Interoperability in Construction Technology and Why it Matters
By Doug Chambers The current state of interoperability in AEC – Architecture, Engineering, Construction Industry, is challenged at best. A frequent complaint is that industry professionals need software systems that work together; an end-to-end solution that is also fully mobile and user-friendly. The reason end-to-end solutions are not user friendly is because it’s next to […]
Project management, technology can improve success of mega-projects
The construction productivity imperative – How to build mega-projects better The construction productivity imperative – How to build mega-projects better by Sriram Changali, Azam Mohammad, and Mark van Nieuwland, McKinsey & Company. In 2013, $6 trillion was invested in infrastructure, real estate, energy and mining mega-projects, and that amount could increase to $13 trillion by […]