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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?
How to Prevent Heat Stress and Heat Stroke in Construction
We’ll teach you how to recognize the risks of heat-related illness and provide links to toolbox talks you can share with employees.
5 Ways to Improve Construction Quality Management
If your customers aren’t satisfied with the quality of your work, your project's profitability is in jeopardy. Quality errors often lead to costly rework, disputes, and...
How to Become a Subcontractor in Construction
Subcontractors are skilled laborers who handle the day-to-day work of a construction project. Learn how to become a subcontractor and discover how this essential role fits into...
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...
Schedule of Values (SOV): What You Need To Know
A schedule of values clearly demonstrates all the work and resources applied to a construction project. Learn how to create a schedule of values and use this type of...
How to Find the Right Construction Project Manager
A lot goes into the successful completion of a construction project. Many factors can affect the outcome, from the equipment being used and workforce hired to weather. That’s...
The Risks of Account Sharing in Construction
For many construction companies, software is essential to daily operations. But sometimes while using digital tools, businesses unintentionally leave themselves vulnerable to...
How to Be a Successful Subcontractor
The world of subcontracting is always changing. Demand for specialty subcontractors remains high, leading to plenty of competition for project bids. That’s why it’s more...
What is a Submittal in Construction? A Definitive Guide
Submittals are a crucial part of the construction process. This guide defines what a submittal is, explains how submittals are used, and describes best submittal practices. What...
Five Tips to Effectively Manage Subcontractors
The construction job market has never been tighter. Ongoing labor shortages paired with high demand for construction workers puts even more pressure than usual on GCs to manage...