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When it comes to advancing diversity and inclusion in the construction industry, Construction Assistance Association (CAA) is at the forefront of the movement. And, the organization has recently launched a brand new website to amplify its message and elevate its members. The new website, www.contractorsassistance.org, is designed to highlight the organization’s mission, membership and programs. “As…
Charlotte-based A M King, an Integrated Design-Build firm, has completed a large-scale renovation project for U.S. Waffle, a leading manufacturer and distributor of specialty frozen waffles and pancakes. Having outgrown its existing facilities in Greenville, S.C. the food company decided to purchase an existing building in nearby Liberty, S.C. and repurpose it as a bakery….
The 80/20 rule, also known as the Pareto Principle, is the idea that 20% of your efforts bring 80% of your results. The idea applies to many things in life. 20% of your customers make up 80% of your revenue. 20% of your employees make 80% of the complaints. 20% of your customers are 80%…
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In order to address requests for a complete risk management solution, Paragon Safety Group has acquired Job Ready Services, the Triangle’s leading provider of fit-for-duty employment testing and work conditioning services. Josh Mauney, CEO and Founder of Paragon Safety Group, noted, “Our clients have long been asking for a complete solution for their safety and health…
History has proven that companies that embraced change and disruption have proven to be the most successful. In 2021, marketers will need to pivot and be intentional about adapting and improving their marketing approaches, and building strategies that engage clients and drive the achievement of business goals. During the last year, COVID-19 has certainly disrupted…
Balfour Beatty, in joint venture with Holt Brothers, is partnering with Healthcare Foundation of Wilson and the Wilson Family YMCA to create a Construction Academy afterschool program for middle school students, and to deliver a YMCA facility for the new Wilson Middle School After School (MSAS) programs. The new Construction Academy program and dynamic shared-space YMCA facility…
Development and construction of new commercial real estate in the United States – office, industrial, warehouse and retail – generates significant economic growth at the state and national levels. This annual study, “The Economic Impacts of Commercial Real Estate, 2021 U.S. Edition,” published by the NAIOP Research Foundation, measures the contribution to GDP, salaries and…
Project handover to some in the construction industry means delivering “tons” of drawings, and other documentation to the project owner upon completion. Bluebeam can reduce the massive amount of paper with the digitization of the O&M manuals. The other benefit to digitizing documentation is the fact that it will make for simpler access for the…
At 103 years old, McCrory Construction is the oldest general contractor (GC) in the state of South Carolina. Interestingly enough, the company has experienced surprisingly low turnover—in comparison to its industry competitors—in ownership during its 100-year history. The company is now under its fifth generation of ownership. Headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina, McCrory is a…
