Perspectives on LEAN, VUCA, Mental Health and Safety
“These Times are a-Changin’” was a song written by Bob Dylan in 1963 as an anthem for change during a time of backdrop of social, political, and economic unrest. Certainly, these are changing times in the construction industry. Increased demands on company leaders drives the need for change and new approaches to business. In this…
Growing and Developing Your Employees
Growing, developing, and keeping employees safe is a challenge every company faces. In this issue of the GroundBreak Corner we address practices for developing project management talent, strategies for empowering employees, and leading through safety. Cultivating Unicorns For many ABC Carolinas member firms, good project management is a critical to their success. Finding professionals with…
Construction and Industrial Activity Remains Strong; AI Advances in Construction Marketing
Construction Activity Remains Strong Construction activity and backlog continues to be a high levels in Carolinas and the national overall. The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator (CBI) increased to 9.2 months in February 2023, up 1.2 months from February 2022. The Southern region posted the highest backlog among all…
Addressing the Talent Challenge in Construction
It is not a secret that the construction industry is facing a number of challenges when it comes to attracting, developing and retaining talent. The industry is struggling to attract and retain skilled workers, which is leading to delays and increased costs on projects. This shortage is due to a number of factors, including an…
Welcome to the GroundBreak Corner!
Welcome to the GroundBreak Corner! Though our partnership with ABC Carolinas, GroundBreak Carolinas will be providing content, insights, and perspectives on the construction industry nationally and in North Carolina and South Carolina. Through this column, we will tell the stories of how ABC member companies and their people are positively impacting the industry. Through the…
