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Using Technology to Appeal to the Next Generation of Construction
When young people think of construction, they typically don’t think of a tech-savvy industry that’s full of digital tools and processes. As a more than 7,000 year-old industry,...
New Feature: Daily Reporting Just Got More Collaborative
Throughout the construction industry’s history, daily reports have played a crucial role in a company’s ability to monitor project progress and foster effective communication in...
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...
6 New Features for More Efficient Field Workflows
Curious what we’ve released in our product lately? We’ve gathered everything that’s new to help keep you up to date on all things Raken—so you can continue to streamline your...
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...
Choosing the Best Construction Software for the Field
The world of construction tech is ever-changing—and companies who successfully utilize this tech are able to streamline their processes and continuously increase their bottom...
Using Digital Time Cards During COVID-19
As cities and projects begin to reopen and recover from the COVID-19 shutdown, construction companies have been forced to change the way in which they operate to ensure safety...
Key Insights for Purchasing Construction Software
How is construction software selected? Which factors matter most in the decision? We recently teamed up with Martec to find the answers to these burning questions (and more)...
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,...
Going Green: Sustainability in Construction
Sustainability has been making quite the buzz in the construction industry as of late. From more eco-friendly materials, to paperless field management, to creating buildings...
Save Time Collecting Subcontractor Reports with Raken's Super Daily
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's Super Daily! Well, our Super Daily feature might not have the ability to fly or a nifty uniform, but can swoop in and save the day (or at least...
Experts Weigh in on the Construction Labor Shortage
It's no secret that the United States construction industry has been experiencing a labor shortage for around a decade. According to Yahoo Finance, there are around 350,000...