Enoch Bartlett Sears is an architect and founder of BusinessofArchitecture.com, a site devoted to advancing the cause of great design by helping architects master the fundamentals of running a great business. On Business of Architecture he researches...
Like most industries where there are quite a few raw materials used, construction stands out as one of those where the continuous and accurate measurement of materials is paramount to the success of a project. For this example, we will take a look at...
Water conservation and reclamation are primary concerns in the United Kingdom. According to Waterwise.org “in the UK every person uses approximately 150 litres of water a day, a figure that has been growing every year by 1% since 1930.” Given the fact...
We are now on the verge of many demand-driven and technological upheavals that would justify higher stakes in construction industry R&D. Companies that are open to cross-industry collaboration and use professional research resources can get a com...
In the past, prospects looked primarily to referrals and references for insight when they evaluated AE firms. But the game has changed, and new tools like SEO and social media raise new questions. How are buyers really checking out sellers today, and...
This infographic illustrates the history of steel in architecture. by mmjett. Explore more infographics like this one on the web’s largest information design community – Visually. The post The Evolution and Impact of Steel in Architecture – Infograph...
Lock Out Tag Out violations are among OSHA’s top 10 most frequently cited standards, resulting in fines that can soar to $100,000 or more per violation. Usually, when OSHA finds one violation they locate many others. OSHA notes that LOTO violations a...
ACCA software has devised a new model for construction software distribution. You can download their architectural BIM, bill of quantities, and quantity take-off software tools free of charge. You only pay when you want to print out files. ACCA softw...
Part ii: 5 Ways an EPM Bundle Can Work for You EPM bundles are nothing new for the construction industry; however, they are ever changing and evolving; some more dynamically than others. The most visible change is ease of usability. The range of EP...
Within the next 5 years, about 80 percent of construction companies may not make it. Here are the top 10 reasons why: Running a business without a business plan Businesses will always have risks. These things are completely inevitable. What’s foolish...
