Outlook & Trends Archives - Page 4 of 27

Dates & Figs – January 2026 0

2026 Construction Industry Forecast Resilience and innovation can help companies position themselves for success in the coming year Bottom line Economic headwinds persist, but growth remains possible The U.S. construction industry faces slowing economic momentum, high interest rates, and tariff uncertainty. GDP growth for 2026 is projected at just 2.3%, signaling modest expansion amid fiscal

Building a Dream Team: Strategies for Workforce Success 0

By Karalynn Cromeens, The Cromeens Law Firm PLLC The labor market has presented immense challenges for subcontractors in recent years. Many of us experienced the shock of the “Great Resignation,” watching valued team members leave and struggling to fill the void. With more job openings than available workers, attracting and retaining talent became a battle.

Dates & Figs – December 2025 0

2025 Construction Industry Safety Challenges Study Results The J. J. Keller Center for Market Insights in collaboration with the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has released their 2025 Construction Industry Safety Challenges study. This benchmark report gives construction professionals a clearer picture of today’s most pressing safety and compliance issues and how these issues

A Historic Tax Realignment with Construction at Its Core 0
- CONGRESS, Leadership, Outlook & Trends, Risk Management
- November 25, 2025
By Mary Klett , ASA Communications Team (This article is a synopsis of the ASA webinar held on October 31, 2025, where Mason Brady, of Brady CFO; and Jacob Wood, of Capstan Tax Strategies discussed with participants the impacts of the OBBB) The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), signed into law in July 2025, represents
READ MORE
Mastering Prevailing Wage Compliance for Construction Payroll 0
- Documentation, HR, Outlook & Trends, Payment, SUBCONTRACTORS
- October 28, 2025
By Jack Biltis, eBacon Inc. For payroll managers and accountants within the construction sector, the phrase “best practices” often conjures images of meticulous record-keeping, navigating complex regulations, and ensuring accurate and timely payments. While the core principles of payroll management remain consistent across industries, the construction landscape presents unique challenges, particularly when it comes to
READ MORE
Don’t Fall Into the Apples-to-Apples Trap 0
- Best Practices, Improving Productivity, Outlook & Trends
- October 28, 2025
By Chad Prinkey, Well Built Construction Consulting Buyers of all types have been using the term “apples to apples” for several decades; however, the term is unrealistic for use in selecting contractors due to the inherent differences between products, such as apples, and services, like construction. And yet, how often are you confronted by buyers
READ MORE