6 Ways To Improve Productivity In Construction Using Technology
- Improving Productivity, TECHNOLOGY
- November 28, 2023
By Patrick Hogan, Handle.com The construction industry has historically had limited female representation, particularly in field-based roles. However, women have steadily become a significant part of key roles within construction. As of 2023, women comprise approximately 11% of the overall construction workforce, with the majority working in administrative and managerial positions. Their contributions are essential
READ MOREBy Karalynn Cromeens, Cromeens Law Firm The construction industry has long been seen as a male-dominated field, one defined by hard hats, steel-toed boots, and tough physical labor. Yet, women have always played a vital role in shaping the industry, often behind the scenes in critical support positions. Today, that narrative is shifting. Women are
READ MOREBy Amy King, The National Center for Construction Education and Research What if I told you that the largest demographic of our population is the same group that is often overlooked or dismissed when it comes to construction careers? This is not only a missed opportunity but rather, millions of missed opportunities. It is expected
READ MOREWomen have tremendous power to close the manufacturing skills gap, but barriers remain, preventing women from entering—and staying—in the industry By Laurie Cowin, Window + Door Manufacturers added 367,000 workers in the first 10 months of 2022, making it the best year for manufacturing job growth since 1994, according to Chad Moutray, director, Center for
READ MOREBy: Marcey Walsh of Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay SUMMARY: Until young women see others ‘like them’ succeeding in construction, opportunities may continue to appear to be ‘not for me.’ Despite recent strides made in the construction industry to create opportunities, women are still underrepresented in the field. Opportunities are here, why aren’t young women flocking
READ MOREThe American Subcontractor Association has supported and nurtured various peer groups such as contract studies, associate members, and c-suite leaders. In 2018, the Houston Chapter of ASA saw the need for and started a women’s peer group, “She Builds It.” It began with six or seven women on a planning committee seeing the growth of
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