Planning and executing the Olympic Games in a different city every two years is a monumental undertaking. Preparing for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, China is no different. Concerns over severe weather and COVID-19 protocols aside, transforming three different zones across China for the Games, in Beijing, Yanqing and Zhangjiakou with varied terrain and Read More »
In 2021, the construction industry faced many challenges. Labor shortages, two highly transmissible COVID-19 variants and supply chain issues all contributed to delayed projects and overall industry decline. However, despite last year’s setbacks, 2022 is predicted to be a positive year for construction, according to 91% of engineering and construction respondents in a recent industry Read More »
Most people have heard of the expression, “Work smarter not harder.” But few know where to start when it comes to simplifying daily tasks at work and making their jobsite more efficient. Adding these four essential work items to your jobsite is one way to kickstart productivity and stay focused on your project. 4 Items Read More »
Between a labor shortage, a higher cost of lumber and steel and interruptions due to COVID-19, the construction industry is still enduring an array of supply chain challenges. Some businesses are turning to mobile offices as a prebuilt alternative to new construction, and skipping the supply chain issues altogether. Below are some ways that mobile Read More »
A 2021 survey from The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) revealed that 89% of contractors are struggling to find workers. This construction labor shortage, according to Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) is also predicted to grow to as much as 512,000 workers by 2023, a gap that could severely bottleneck projects for the already Read More »
Ahead of big holiday shopping in the U.S. and Canada, retailers have braced for another challenging season amid ongoing supply chain issues. To help you navigate these challenges, we’ve analyzed the top supply chain problems impacting retail and tips for how to mitigate them. Supply Chain Impact on Retail The breakdown of the global supply Read More »
