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5 Ways to Celebrate Women in Construction Week
March 3-9 is Women in Construction Week! Learn how to honor this event all year long. What is Women in Construction Week? Women in Construction Week is an annual event founded...
Drones in Construction
Learn how drones can improve accuracy, save time, and cut costs for construction companies.
OSHA Updates Electronic Recordkeeping Requirements For 2024
In 2024, OSHA will require companies with 100 or more employees to submit workplace injury and illness information electronically.
The Rising Costs of Disputes in Construction
A 2023 report revealed that the cost of average disputes in North America is rising. Read more to learn about the insights from the report, and how Raken can help.
A Day in the Life of a Construction Superintendent
A superintendent's main responsibility is to ensure the success of the projects they work on, but what exactly does the job look like on a day-to-day basis?
4 Takeaways from the Billd 2023 National Subcontractor Market Report
Construction is one of the nation’s largest industries, without which economic growth and innovation is impossible. In this massive industry, subcontractors are some of the...
10 Incredible Feats in Construction History
Human history has seen a multitude of incredible feats. From Leonardo da Vinci to Nikola Tesla to Steve Jobs, creation and invention are core to the human experience. It sets us...
Design-Build Construction: A Comprehensive Guide
Design-build construction is a project delivery method that’s quickly grown in popularity over the past several years. How does design-build construction work, and how can your...
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...
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...