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How to Find the Right Construction Project Manager.

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...

Tips
Cybersecurity in Construction.

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...

Safety Tips
Product Updates: Q1 2023.

Quarterly Update: Making Construction Management More Convenient

In the first quarter of 2023, Raken unveiled a wide range of helpful new features and integrations for our platform. New project view interface on web Efficiency is the first...

Raken Updates
QA vs. QC.

QA vs. QC in Construction

The terms quality assurance and quality control may sound similar but actually describe two distinct functions in the construction industry. Understanding the difference between...

Tips
subcontractors working on construction site.

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...

Tips
What is a Submittal in Construction? A Definitive Guide.

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...

Tips
5 Tips to Effectively Manage Subcontractors.

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...

Tips
Raken kiosk screenshot on mobile phone.

Clock In with Raken Kiosk

Clocking in and tracking time just got easier thanks to our newest feature. Introducing Kiosk mode, now available in Raken: What is Raken Kiosk? Raken Kiosk is a new feature in...

Raken Updates
woman construction worker talking on mobile phone on jobsite.

5 Ways to Celebrate Women in Construction Week

March 5-11 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...

Industry News
Introducing Raken Academy.

Introducing Raken Academy

This month, we’ve launched an all new learning platform for our customers. With Raken Academy, you can now access 33 interactive training courses. Learn how to master Raken and...

Raken Updates
How to prepare for an OSHA inspection in construction.

How to Prepare for an OSHA Inspection in Construction

Construction Dive recently revealed that in 2022, OSHA inspected more construction sites than any other type of workplace. What is an OSHA worksite inspection? During an...

Safety Tips
aerial shot of cement trucks on a jobsite.

Six Ways to Stand Out in the Construction Industry

You don’t have to be paying close attention to notice that construction is on the rise. All it takes is driving through any of America’s metropolitan areas, where you’ll see...

Tips

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