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4 Keys to Good Leadership in the Construction Industry

26 September 2023Construction, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Leadership involves motivation and influence; management involves accountability for tasks and progress.

Customer Story: Uniting Stakeholders, Saving Time Using BIM in Sustainable Construction

25 September 2023AEC, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM, ConstructionCarol Dunn

Sustainability efforts are requiring a shift in social, business and economic paradigms. BIM has emerged as a key process in…

The Surprising Importance of BIM in Construction

21 September 2023BIM, Collaboration, Construction, Digital Transformation, RevitCarol Dunn

Digital transformation has already swept through a number of industries, and now BIM processes are making a significant impact on…

3 Important Facets of Project Management

13 September 2023Connected Construction, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

the ultimate goal of construction project management is getting it completed successfully to the customer’s specifications, while saving time and…

Construction Appreciation: 16 Amazing Construction Industry Statistics

12 September 2023ConstructionCarol Dunn

The companies and people involved in construction affect every person’s daily life, from community to sanitation, energy production to transportation…

10 Significant Manufacturing Facilities Under Construction in the U.S.

6 September 2023Construction, Digital Transformation, ManufacturingCarol Dunn

the surge in construction spending for manufacturing facilities is being driven by demand for computer, electronic and electrical products, now…

5 Ways to Leverage Technology for Success in Your Construction Business

24 July 2023AEC, Bluebeam, Construction, Digital TransformationDiana Ramirez

This article explores ways technology can transform your construction business, helping you navigate these and other challenges, while seizing new…

4 Ways Sustainable Construction Makes Good Business Sense

19 July 2023BIM, Digital Transformation, SustainabilityCarol Dunn

company leaders are finding that sustainable construction practices make good business sense by saving time, reducing waste, lowering costs, and…

5 Ways Wood Framing Software Saves You Money in Construction

8 June 2023Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Design, SustainabilityCarol Dunn

With wood framing software, you can produce accurate framing for floors, walls and roofing in a fraction of the time.

5 Ways You Can Connect Critical Construction Workflows

12 May 2023autodesk, Autodesk Software, BIM, Build, Collaboration, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, Project Collaboration, Project ManagementCarol Dunn

companies have access to innovations and technology that can improve productivity and design processes and simplify project management.

Why You Should Integrate Your Project Data

30 March 2023Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEPCarol Dunn

Integrating information so everyone can exchange and use the same data has really been the ideal scenario in construction.

How to Look Smarter by Leveraging Your Data

22 December 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Computational Design, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, RevitCarol Dunn

A business owner/manager can now make smart decisions about business operations by leveraging insights and data intelligence.

3 New Autodesk Construction Solution Initiatives to Reduce Risk

15 September 2022autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Connected Construction, Construction, Digital Transformation, RevitCarol Dunn

Autodesk recently announced 3 partnership initiatives that can help construction companies address and better manage risk on their projects.

What Sustainability Trends Look Like Into the Future

2 August 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Sustainability, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Sustainable construction might be characterized as creating a built environment that is positive for the planet and society as a…

How a Construction Contract Can Make or Break You

25 July 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Digital Transformation, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

It’s critical to get out ahead of managing risk on a job, starting with understanding, managing and properly handling contracts.

LEGO to Invest $2B in New Green Factories

20 June 2022Construction, Manufacturing, Sustainability, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

The LEGO Group has announced plans to build two new factories at $1+ billion each, and both are designed to…

AEC Collaboration: Building A Stronger Industry Together

16 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, Digital TransformationDiana Ramirez

The gap between general contractors and architects needs to be bridged for more efficient projects with better collaboration and technology.

How to Structure a BIM Workflow Optimization

15 June 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Digital Transformation, RevitCarol Dunn

BIM is an initiative that includes tools, processes and people. This article describes the way a BIM workflow optimization might…

Using Phase-Change Materials for Sustainable Building Envelopes

6 May 2022Architecture and Engineering, Construction, MEP, Sustainability, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

As demand increases for sustainable, energy efficient buildings, the focus is shifting to phase-change material technology for construction.

Best Construction Podcasts to Follow in 2022

2 February 2022All, Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Bridging the Gap, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Top 8 podcasts for construction industry trends and insights - improve your projects, increase business output, enhance your professional life

4 Top Benefits of Cloud-Based Construction Management

28 January 2022Architecture and Engineering, autodesk, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Construction, Digital Transformation, MEP, UncategorizedCarol Dunn

Cloud-based construction management enables improvements to efficiency, unity, capacity, and security for construction companies.

MEP Force 2021 Kicks Off with McCarthy’s Insights

30 August 2021All, Construction, Digital Transformation, Electrical, Fabrication, MEPCarol Dunn

MEP firms need to decide what digital transformation will look like and how it will affect their business.

5 Things You Can Do Better Using Dynamo

3 August 2021All, autodesk, Computational DesignAnthony

As a visual programming application, Dynamo is an extremely powerful tool that enables computational design processes in the building and…

Construction Industry Trends That Will Affect Your Business

20 July 2021All, Construction, Digital TransformationCarol Dunn

trends that will affect the way you do business in the coming months and years.

How to Survive the Unstable Materials Market

20 July 2021All, ConstructionCarol Dunn

Although you cannot control what has been happening with raw materials, there are still ways to protect your company and…

Beware These 4 Risk Factors on Construction Projects

24 June 2021All, ConstructionCarol Dunn

The key is knowing the risks you face, then managing them skillfully.

The 3 Best Reasons for Connecting with MEP Industry Peers

21 August 2020All, MEPCarol Dunn

there were strangers who gladly offered to help me become more successful at my job, and they were motivated simply…

Rebuilding America’s Infrastructure: What the Experts Say

4 February 2020All, Construction, InfrastructureCarol Dunn

Because most of the US infrastructure is nearing the end of (or already beyond) its useful lifespan, it’s time for…

6 Ways to Tackle the Skilled Labor Shortage

14 January 2020All, ConstructionCarol Dunn

Because the skilled labor shortage is already impacting the financial success of construction companies, many are making investments in a…

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