The focus on a potential widespread recession has intensified over the first part of 2023 and the construction industry, among others, is preparing for the impact of a severe economic downturn. While current project backlogs appear stable, contractors are preparing for a potential dearth of business by keeping costs to a minimum. Among the methodologies being used to keep construction costs in line are:
Topics: #Construction, #contractors, Wide Format printer in construction, Wide format printers
In the world of construction and contracts, project success is the key to building customer loyalty and trust — and developing a reputation that will keep new customers seeking your services. In loose terms, the success of a project is defined by how effectively the outlined goals and objectives are met and, of course, if the project can be brought to completion on time and under budget.
Topics: document management, #Construction, #DMS, contracts
As the architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry embraces digital transformation, they are reaping many benefits. Unfortunately, they are also being exposed to additional threats inherent in working in a digital environment. While construction firms and their kin are more reluctant to rely on digital technologies, they are also slower to understand the vulnerabilities associated with these tools.
Topics: #Ransomware, #cybersecurity, #Construction, phishing, wire fraud
Using Managed IT to Streamline Your Contracting Business
Topics: #managedIT, #Construction, #contractors, MSP, managed service provider, contracting
Construction downtime is an enormous problem for construction site managers and the companies for whom they work. While revenue loss from unplanned downtime will depend on the nature of the issue and the systems affected, even a small slowdown can cause a significant impact to your bottom line.
Topics: #Construction, VoIP, Video conferencing, how to choose the right VoIP solution, advantages of the right VoIP solution, benefits of the right VoIP solution, The right VoIP solution, the right VoIP solution for construction
Like many industries, the construction sector has been strongly affected by the ongoing pandemic. According to the latest predictions, economic shortfalls may negatively impact construction and construction spending in the next few years. In addition, if the current recession mirrors that of 2007-9, construction projects may be halted indefinitely — or permanently.
Topics: #Construction, Wide Format printer in construction, benefits of a Large Format printer, benefits of a Wide Format printer, Wide Format printer for plans, Large Format printer, Wide Format printer, Large Format printer in construction, On-demand print, Large Format printer for plans
It’s a known fact that engineering, construction, and architectural firms have unique printing needs. While accuracy and speed are important, they often also need to use their wide-format printers under harsh conditions. Every project the firm takes on also requires accurate billing to the customers for drawings, blueprints, project plans, and models.
Topics: #ManagedPrintServices, #MPS, #Engineering, #Construction, #PrintingWorkflows
Managed print services offer designers and creators the tools they need to perform optimally under pressure, boost productivity, and open new windows for creative opportunities. In addition to these advantages, a group of specialized IT professionals oversee tasks in the printing departments so that workers can focus on higher priorities.
In this article, we’ll discuss the various issues caused by inferior print production management in the architectural industry and learn how managed print services benefits architects.
Topics: #ManagedPrintServices, #MPS, #Engineering, #ArchitectureTools, #ArchitectureFirms, #Construction
When it comes to getting all the details exactly right, nobody knows how important that can be more than architects and engineers. These professionals are charged with the creation of structures, devices, and products for which there exists zero room for error. Likewise, if achieving perfection is already difficult, the nature of a construction job site makes it even more so. That’s why Bluebeam software is such a valuable tool for professionals in these fields.
Topics: #BluebeamRevu, #ProductivitySolutions, #Construction, #ProjectManager, #EnterpriseContentManagement
