Productivity Archives

Change Orders and Lien Rights: What You Don’t Document Could Cost You 0

By Patrick Hogan, handle.com Change orders are a reality on almost every job. But for subcontractors and suppliers, even a small change in scope can put payment and lien rights at risk if not properly documented. When timelines are tight and communication is informal, it’s easy to agree to a change over a call or

How Change Orders Derail Construction Schedules and Put Subcontractors at Risk 0

An Interview With Adrienne Smoot Edwards, Regeneracy, Inc. In theory, change orders in construction projects are simply adjustments—modifications to scope, timeline, or materials that allow for flexibility as a project evolves. In practice, however, change orders can create chaos—especially when it comes to project schedules. For subcontractors, they’re not just inconvenient—they’re a major threat to

Spring Forward with Payroll Productivity: Hacks for Accurate Time Tracking in Construction 0

By Jack Biltis, eBacon Accurate time tracking in construction isn’t just about keeping tabs on hours worked, it’s a pivotal strategy for enhancing productivity, controlling costs, and ensuring compliance. This article highlights actionable tips tailored for payroll managers in the construction industry, helping them overcome common time-tracking challenges and boost overall efficiency. Why Accurate Time

President’s Letter – April 2025 0
- ASA President's Letter
- April 22, 2025
Dear ASA Members and Friends of ASA, Springtime is finally here and hopefully you are all able to get your spring planting done, the camping trailers cleaned, the boats ready for the lake, and the baseball tickets bought. Unfortunately we continue to get hammered with severe weather and have to deal with tornadoes, flooding, winds
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Building the Construction Industry for the Future 0
- Best Practices, Improving Productivity, Outlook & Trends, TECHNOLOGY
- December 17, 2024
Anthony Perera, Exuma Capital Partners The construction industry stands at a crossroads where traditional practices meet new technology practices. From remote video inspections to project management platforms streamlining processes, these innovations are changing how contractors operate. These advancements address longstanding challenges such as regulatory compliance, project efficiency, and adapting to evolving market demands. Contractors who
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Are You Ready to Innovate Your Personal Protective Equipment?0
- Improving Productivity, Outlook & Trends, Safety
- December 17, 2024
By Builders Mutual In the not-too-distant future, your safety coordinator will slip on a mobile mapping backpack during their daily building walkthrough. They will be able to scan and transmit 3D models of in-progress construction back to the design team and facility operators. They’ll also use the backpack to detect potential safety hazards: guardrails that
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