Avoid the Family Owned Business Blues

Managing a business is tough, but running a family owned construction contractor business is even tougher. Internal conflicts, family matters, business concerns, and ownership...

Cognitive Biases

By Susan Robertson To survive the pandemic, companies were forced to adapt very quickly to radically new circumstances. Even large organizations—where it’s typically difficult to...

Industry Challenges

As we start a new year, it’s always interesting to reflect on the many industry challenges, successes, and progressions that have taken place, and...

Maximizing Profitability

Proactive cost management is the key to staying ahead of the competition and achieving long-term success in the construction industry; however, it can be...

Customer Mindset

By Josh White Customers today are continuously evolving, which means the importance of adhering to their desires—also known as being a customer-centric business—is paramount for...

A Guide for Leasing Equipment

When you need additional equipment for your business, there are numerous financing options out there. From loans to leases, the options can sometimes seem...

Fresh Perspective

Over the years, I have noticed that new employees are a lot like fresh bread, the day they start, they seem to be very...

Technological Change Inevitable

Part 1: Embrace it for future growth Few executives in the global precise positioning industry are as outspoken and adamant about the advantages of embracing...

Interpersonal Prowess

When people vent about problem individuals at work or at home, one fact becomes obvious. Most individuals have a long list of things that...

Latest Word from ACI

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) will conduct multiple public seminars on ACI CODE-318-25 and ACI CODE-562-25 throughout November 2025. The seminars, “ACI 318-25: Changes...