Reducing Risk
Duane Duhamel is the corporate health, safety and environmental (HSE) director at ISN, leading and overseeing the HSE RAVS® and Corporate HSE personnel. He...
Best Practices: Lean Construction
Harnessing the power to drive productivity
By Dan Heinemeier
The stats are becoming as well-known as they are grim. Since the 1960s, we’ve seen a doubling...
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...
On Track
By Theresa Ball, Vice President, Valley Bank
Great companies persevere despite adversity because they have a sense of purpose that guides their way. It’s a...
Using EPDs: Part 2 of 4
Read Part 1 Here.
A paradigm shift is occurring in the architecture, design, and construction industry as leaders are increasingly prioritizing low-carbon initiatives during the new...
4 Keys to Financial Management
Buoyed by an infusion of cash that is set to come into the construction industry from key pieces of legislation—including the Creating Helpful Incentives...
Evolution of Plywood
Plywood has become a commonplace material in the modern world, but its origins actually date back to about 3000 BC, when ancient Egyptians fashioned...
Reduce Risk
Most contractors recognize that the construction industry involves significant risks. Companies must engage in smart risk management processes to reduce their exposure and avoid...
Continuing Education: The Lifeblood of Electrical Contractors
As electricians retire and new technologies emerge, ongoing education is key
More than ever today, continuous education is the lifeblood of electrical contractors—it is necessary...
Contractors vs. Weather
Severe water damage can wreak havoc upon any building, whether it’s been completed or still under construction, leaving long-lasting effects in its wake. Whether...









