Technology in Construction
How Field Technology Is Transforming Construction Jobsites: ABC Unveils 5th Annual Tech Report Associated Builders and Contractors released its fifth annual construction technology report, the ABC Field Tech Report, which highlights the tools and innovations shaping project sites, showcasing the possibilities and opportunities when technology transforms construction in the field. Read More Careers in Construction…
The Prospering Carolinas’ Economy
The U.S. Economy and Prospering Carolinas With fall approaching and football upon us, our national economy continues to respond to almost daily policy shocks as the Trump administration constantly unveils major changes.[1] Federal departments are being shuttered, a global trade war is underway, thousands of undocumented workers are being arrested, jailed and deported, and the…
Behind the Hard Hat Recap
Behind the Hardhat: A Recap of the 2025 ABC Carolinas Construction Convention The 2025 ABC Carolinas Construction Convention, themed “Behind the Hardhat: Collaboration in Construction,” was recently held at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Myrtle Beach Ocean Resort, drawing construction professionals from across the region for three days of inspiration, networking, and innovation. Read More The Carolinas’…
Strengthening the Leadership Team at ABC Carolinas
ABC Carolinas Announces New Leadership Team and Expanded Roles The Board of Directors for ABC Carolinas proudly announces several new appointments and expanded roles within its leadership team, reinforcing the organization’s mission to serve and advance the merit shop construction industry across both North and South Carolina. Read More Contractor Optimism Grows as ABC’s Backlog…
The Mid-Year Roller Coaster Economy, ABC LegCon
The Mid-Year Roller Coaster Economy As we approach mid-year, this is a good time to assess the economic situation. GroundBreak Carolinas contributor Dr. Bruce Yandle gives his perspectives on the economy, tariffs and the construction industry. Read More ABC Carolinas Members Attend LegCon in Washinton DC Last week, a contingent of ABC Carolinas members descended…
Better Design Build; Perspectives on Tariffs and the Economy
The Key to Better Integrated Design-Build With compressed schedule, workforce challenges, and supply chain disruptions, owners are looking for certainty in project delivery. Dan Crist, president of ABC member company, A M King, shares his insights on the keys to better integrated design-build. Read More Tariffs and Cost Increases: Are You Prepared? Tariffs in the…
Trump’s Tariffs; Nonresidential Construction Spending Soars
Dr. Yandle: Will Mr. Trump’s Tariffs Bring a Trade War or America’s Golden Age? On April 2, 2025, President Trump made good on his promise to initiate a massif round of tariffs increases to be immediately imposed by United States on nations worldwide. The new tariffs carry a 10% baseline to be charged all countries and higher…
Trump Uncertainty and Prospects for the 2025 Economy; Clemson Wins ABC Student Competition
Dr. Yandle: Trump Uncertainty and Prospects for the 2025 Economy In office just over a month, Donald J. Trump is delivering on his promises and disrupting the national, if not the world economy. He promised border enforcement, deportations, tariffs, lower taxes and “draining the D.C. swamp” of federal workers and expenditures. He is delivering on…
Starting off 2025 Strong
Let’s Talk Construction: Kristin Powell GroundBreak Carolinas’ partner, Let’s Talk Business, recently sat down with Kristen Powell as part of the Let’s Talk Construction series. Kristen provided an overview of ABC Carolinas and the Excellence in Construction (EIC) awards. Watch video Meet the ABC Carolinas Board Members and Regional Leadership Council Chairs for 2025 ABC…
Embarking on a New Year
The Year Ahead: The Economic Situation and Prospects for the Carolinas Election Day is behind us and though not in office until January, President-elect Trump is already taking action to deliver on his campaign promises. Along with stated plans to deport illegal immigrants, cut taxes, and bring about an early end to war in Ukraine…
