What is a Pre-construction Manager?
Preconstruction Managers are key assets within a contractors’ organization. They require an ability to multitask and mastery of multiple skills.
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Maintenance KPIs
Various key performance indicators and metrics any facilities manager should establish and track.
Read moreHow project-delivery methods impact your Pre-construction
The project delivery method selected by a construction owner has tremendous impact upon the definition of the general contractor\’s preconstruction role.
Read moreComposite decking: heavenly solution for Facilities Manager and commercial use
Recent studies from the North American Deck and Railing Association reported that over 40 million decks are projected to be over 20 years old in North America.
Read moreBuilding a Safer Industry
How safety helps overcome challenges and improve every project. McCarthy published a good Op Ed on our industry\’s safety and practices. See the original post here – and a copy/paste of a report by their Kevin Maitland, VP of Safety. below. What McCarthy is doing as an organization must be regarded as thought leadership and embraced by all. A CALL TO ACTIONEach year, more than 70 construction companies across the country and around the world join together […]
Read moreUSC launches master’s program in Advanced Design and Construction Technology
The University of Southern California’s (USC) Viterbi School of Engineering has launched a new master’s program in Advanced Design and Construction Technology (ADCT).
Read moreConcrete Cements Itself as a High-End Finish
The material’s durability and unique visual quality has made it a solid choice for some homeowners
Read moreOpen space offices, the new normal?
Given the new \’normal\’ we have to live in, we need to focus relatively less on cleaning surfaces and more on fresh air. We need clean air, more air, fresh air. We ought to move everything we possibly can outdoors. We opened all our windows. We now need to open your offices
Read moreData for Disasters
The U.S. Department of Energy and Microsoft are developing 10 to 30 artificial-intelligence tools aimed at helping first-responders better react to fast-changing natural events, such as floods and wildfires.
Read morePortable charger onboards the 2021 Ford F150
Ford\’s 2021 edition of their F150 is having a very handy new feature for technicians on the road. As reported by TheDrive, our next truck will be a generator itself. This is brilliant, we love it! Ford\’s Pro Power Onboard system is everything we needed to haul track toys, like, yesterday. Instead of having to bring a separate generator to power the lights and power tools you\’ll want to use when said track car inevitably breaks, your […]
Read moreTemperatures reached by the roof structure of Notre-Dame de Paris in the fire of April 15th 2019
OK, today we are inspired to share a story where science and fundamental research meets construction. Very old construction. When the 13th century Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral burnt in 2019, the roof structure (made of oak frame) was almost completely destroyed. Journalists claimed soaring temperatures of 2000C / 3600F were reached during the fire. This didn\’t seem coherent when a forest fire typically reaches 1000-1200C / 1800-2000F. Why are we covering this today? Because scientific research around […]
Read more2020 Sanitation guidelines for your facility
The general sanitization of our facilities is related to the distribution and use of products that are used to maintain personal cleanliness, workspace sanitization and to safeguard one from the contagious diseases. The factors that were fueling the growth of the market before pandemic of COVID-19 include the recent improvement in standards of living coupled with the growth in public attention towards overall health globally. However, with the outbreak of COVID-19 since January 2020, the demand for hygiene […]
Read moreInsights: Post-Confinement analysis from global companies and consulting firms.
Post-Confinement recommendations from major real estate firms.
Read moreSanitization, a post-confinement necessity.
We are witnessing a flux of good initiatives from major brands to improve sanitization, contactless interactions, and overall communication to employees and customers. Hilton Hotels, as reported by Business Insider, announced the following: It announced on Monday a new initiative called Hilton CleanStay, partnering with Lysol maker RB and the Mayo Clinic on enhanced cleaning procedures for its hotels. On the same day, Airbnb announced optional cleaning methods that include a minimum of 24 hours between bookings. The Hilton […]
Read moreCOVID-19: Resetting, Recovery, New Reality
Working together to meet the unprecedented challenges of a rapidly changing landscape to establish clarity, emerge with strength, and inspire the future of business. Great analysis from KPMG here: The rapid spread of COVID-19 has introduced new challenges across the business landscape. Working together, KPMG can help business leaders respond with practical and informed approaches to navigate uncertainty and gain clarity in changing times. The following insights and guidance can help business leaders gain perspective and better […]
Read moreWhat You Can Do Today to Prepare Your Business for Potential Impacts of the Coronavirus
As outlined on Procore’s blog , construction workers are and will be impacted by the crisis just like many other industries. We are going to change how we work. See their update: (Source: Procore, Inc.) PROTECTING YOUR WORKERS AND BUSINESS Construction businesses are people businesses, so they are more susceptible to negative effects from factors related to their employees. Massive illnesses across the workforce could bring projects to a screeching halt. As with any public health threat, […]
Read moreIs Construction an Essential Business During Coronavirus Shutdown?
Read below an excellent article which summarizes best all questions we are asking ourselves. I am glad to report we are here to help our customers and partners during this difficult period.. We are taking extra precautions as recommended by the CDC, but full crews are available to support and maintain your facilities. As Governor Newson outlined in his statement, Construction is an Essential business.
Read moreCOVID-19 Update
To all our partners & customers. The last week have seen a significant number of evolutions relating to the implications of COVID-19, locally, nationally and internationally.Consequently, we are implementing all suggested precautionary measures proposed by CDC with immediate effect. In addition, We are implementing procedures to monitor employees fever levels. Should we detect any irregular situation we shall ask the employee to return home and report to proper health authorities and seek appropriate treatment. We hope you are […]
Read more3 Retail Facility Management Challenges and How We Can Help
When you work in retail facility management there are a lot of different things that you have to maintain. The role presents a whole slew of challenges in an individual location. Knowing this reality, a lot of facilities managers also manage multiple locations, making a challenging role even more difficult. We have identified some of the biggest problems facing facilities managers as well as ways Homesteady Solutions can help to solve them. Outdated infrastructure A huge problem […]
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