Construction Tips Blog

How to Enable Photo Watermarks
Learn how to add custom watermarks with your company logo, timestamps, and more to your jobsite photos in Raken’s easy-to-use field management app.

How to Better Manage Construction Crew Scheduling
Learn about the most common scheduling issues and how to manage them effectively.

Why Do I Have Too Many Change Orders?
Learn some of the most common reasons you might have more change orders than usual on a project.

Dealing with Difficult Weather in Construction
No matter how good you are at your job, you can’t control the weather. But, with proper planning and the right tools, you can avoid the most common issues caused by bad weather....

How to Prevent Time Theft
Learn how to prevent buddy punching and other types of time theft with Raken.

How to Run New Production Reports
Learn more about Raken's newest reports that combine details on labor, materials, and equipment.
5 Ways to Celebrate National Work Zone Awareness Week
Learn more about National Work Zone Awareness Week and how you can participate!

What is an RFI in Construction? A Contractor's Guide
Learn how to write and submit an RFI in construction.

How to Capture Incidents
Learn how to document incident and report yearly injury and illness data to OSHA using Raken’s streamlined web and mobile app.

Why Digital Tools Matter in Construction
In a competitive industry, construction companies need the right tools to succeed. When you employ digital solutions, the likelihood of success skyrockets.

Dealing with Difficult Customers in Construction
Learn how to manage client expectations and build trust with clear communication.

How to Update Project Status
Learn how to designate whether a project is active, inactive, or deleted in Raken’s web app. Update a project’s status Selecting the right status for each project helps you stay...