Construction Tips Blog
The Best Phone Cases for Construction Workers
Just like a hammer or screwdriver, your phone is a valuable tool on the jobsite. Using mobile devices, contractors can access construction management apps and other time-saving...
High-Tech Ways To Combat Construction Site Theft
In 2022, the National Equipment Register reports that the number of jobsite theft incidents has risen steadily over the past five years. During Labor Day weekend alone,...
Design Problems Affecting the Construction Industry
Every successful construction project begins with a good design. If mistakes are made during the planning phase of a project, profitability suffers—sometimes drastically if the...
Tips for Managing Client Expectations in Construction
Client expectations affect nearly every business that works directly with customers, but in the construction industry they are especially difficult to manage. Construction work...
The Importance of Project Timelines in Construction
Planning the project timeline is an important part of construction management and one of the most complex tasks at the beginning stage of any construction project. Project...
How Managers Can Prevent Employee Burnout in Construction
This year, the American Psychological association reported that more people than ever before are experiencing the negative effects of work-related stress . According to the...
Managing Generational Gaps on the Jobsite
Construction companies with multigenerational workforces enjoy many benefits. Each generation has unique views and experiences, and these diverse perspectives contribute to...
Why Do Construction Projects Go Over Budget?
To make profit, construction companies must carefully plan and schedule their projects. Materials, labor, equipment rentals, and all other expenses are calculated and added to...
Effectively Onboarding New Employees in Construction
Construction can be a hazardous industry, with heavy machinery, great heights, toxic materials, and other physical risks being a normal part of the typical work environment....
Using Technology To Improve Project Visibility in Construction
In construction project management, visibility is all about keeping everyone informed and on the same page from start to finish. It’s more than just good communication, however....
Learn About Productivity Tracking with Raken’s Industry Experts
Last month, we teamed up with Construction Dive for a free webinar. In the webinar, Raken’s industry experts discuss why productivity tracking is essential and how construction...
How to Switch Seamlessly from NoteVault to Raken
When it comes to field reporting, it’s important to find a solution you can rely on. You may be here because you’re looking for an alternative to NoteVault. If you’re...