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How to Hire Subcontractors for Construction
Whether you’re a project manager for a larger general contractor, or a brand new GC, one thing’s for sure: You need to know how to hire a subcontractor or trade contractor. In...

How To Write a Construction Daily Report
Writing construction daily reports is one of the most important parts of the job for any contractor. Not only do reports keep you up-to-date with project progress and delays,...

Raken is Named to the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing U.S. Companies
Inc. Magazine revealed that Raken is No. 1057 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a...

Raken Announces New Executive Leadership
Raken’s founder and CEO Kyle Slager will be stepping down from his role as CEO and joining Raken's board of directors. Ty Kalklosch, formerly CRO of Paylease, has been named the...

Three Common Construction Equipment Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
If you were to ask somebody to envision the first thing that comes to mind when they think of construction, they’ll likely see a tonka truck-esque lineup involving backhoes,...

Five Tips for Effective Toolbox Talks
When imagining public speaking, the first pictures that come to mind are likely going to be dynamic motivational presentations, awards ceremonies, or political campaigns....

Manpower Reports
Learn about the importance of manpower reports in construction and discover how Raken streamlines the process for creating and sharing them.

Three Reasons Why Superintendents Need the Raken App
Raken software is revolutionizing the construction industry with its advanced field management solutions for superintendents. With that being said, here are three reasons why...