Tips
Catch up on all the latest construction tips, news, and updates.
Raken + Ryvit: The Power of Connection in Construction
Staying connected makes our lives easier—especially at work. In an increasingly remote world, it’s essential to communicate project updates as fast as possible. That way,...
The Unique Time Management Obstacles of Construction Crew Scheduling
Most construction jobs, even those that seem simple, require plenty of administration. Contractors have to be vetted, materials have to be secured, and plans need to be...
How to Build Better Construction Projects (and Win More Business) in 2022
At the end of last year, President Biden signed a $1 trillion infrastructure bill into law. With it comes new upgrades for roads, bridges, and transit systems—and more demand...
5 Customer Engagement Tips for Subcontractors
Subcontractors rely on communication to track the progress and productivity of projects. Unfortunately, communication challenges (or a complete lack thereof) can affect a...
The Cost of Bad Data in Construction—And How to Improve Data Quality
A recent report by AutoDesk showed that bad data cost the global construction industry $1.8 trillion in 2020. AutoDesk defines bad data as “inaccurate, incomplete, inconsistent,...
4 Ways Construction Tech Can Help You Recruit Younger Workers
Construction is one of the oldest industries out there—and, according to a study by Tallo , one of the least appealing to Gen Z workers. In a time of labor shortages and...
Q&A With Egnyte: Why Cybersecurity is a Must in the Construction Industry (and How to Start Protecting Your Data)
Raken customers have the benefit of insightful field data to reference throughout projects—as well as after projects have been completed. But keeping this data safe and secure...
How Diversity Can Benefit Your Construction Company
Diversity brings many benefits to a team, but a recent report by the National Institute of Building Sciences found that many women and people of color experience discrimination...
How to Improve Your Construction Timesheets (and Save Money)
In the construction industry, time is money. Projects already take up a lot of work hours, and rightfully so. However, the time spent on tracking construction projects can break...
6 Ways Construction Companies Can Improve Employee Retention
The labor shortage in construction has made turnover an even bigger challenge. For companies, now’s the perfect time to look inward—and make sure your workers are happy to stay....
Cloud Storage for Construction—and How it Improves Project Visibility
Project data is critical to the construction industry. With it, businesses know exactly how a project is going—and can make more informed decisions to improve production. When...
How to Choose the Best Accounting Software for Construction
For construction companies, there’s more to a project than just building. Accounting and payroll processing are just as important to manage. But when you have multiple jobsites,...