Industry Voices

How Contractors Can Navigate Growth Amid Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:27:52 -0400

As inflation, interest rates and global tariffs squeeze the construction industry, contractors must focus on strategic sourcing, cautious expansion, and operational efficiency to remain competitive.

Building Leadership From the Inside Out: The Power of Authenticity

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Authentic leadership isn’t about control—it’s about self-awareness, purpose, and building aligned, high-performing teams. In the fast-paced walls and ceilings industry, shifting from reactive to creative leadership can transform not just outcomes, but culture.

Surviving the Construction Labor Shortage

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The construction industry does not have enough skilled workers, but companies can still have success.

De-risking the Labor Shortage–It’s All about Flow

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Labor optimization can be coordinated with technology.

DIY vs. Professional Insulation: What Homeowners Should Know

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Improving your home’s insulation isn’t just about keeping warm in the winter — it’s about optimizing energy efficiency, reducing costs and enhancing overall, year-round performance. With the right materials and installation, insulation can transform your home’s comfort and value.

Outside Out or Inside In?

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Water-resistant barriers vs. air barriers in modern construction.

Why Granular, Site-Specific EPDs Matter

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

It is important to reduce embodied carbon in the built environment.

Exploring Megatrends Reshaping the E&C Industry

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Industry change can come at any time, so it pays to be ready.

Welcome to the Holiday Hangover!

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Tips to get customers to pay you on time.

The Construction Phone Alternative

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 07:15:50 -0500

Key questions to choose the right VoIP provider.

How to Work Effectively with Your Local Building Department

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 08:35:38 -0500

Building departments and the hardworking professionals working within them are the silent defenders of our communities. By overseeing the permitting, inspection and occupancy authorization processes for new construction, renovations and repairs, your local building department plays a vital role in ensuring that projects are built to applicable building safety codes and standards.

Cyber Security: Is Nothing Safe?

theadudley@charter.net (Thea Dudley) — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Take heed that cyber security is critical for your company—and cash flow.

Is Training the Key to Employee Retention? One Company Says “Yes”

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Time for a Breakthrough

Fri, 19 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Escaping the entrepreneur's trap in the construction industry.

How to Use Credit Cards to Optimize Construction Spending in the Field

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Are credit cards the right path for subcontractors to buy materials for a project? Here’s a breakdown.

What You Should Know about Florida’s New Property Insurance Law

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500

How Florida lawmakers’ attempt to make property insurance more affordable could affect your business.

Women in Construction: Tips for Success in Your Early Career

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Advice for women in the construction industry to keep in mind.

More Efficient Payments Today; More Efficient Supply Chains Tomorrow

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Using more technology in business spending has led to breakthroughs in B2B payments.

Checklist for Business Owners

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

For many business owners, it is estimated that as much as 80 to 90 percent of their net worth is tied up in the value of their company.

LEED Data in Green Building

doverbey@bdmd.com (Daniel Overbey) — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a well-documented impact on the U.S. economy, the construction industry and real estate.

Five Best Tech Opportunities

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Construction has been one of the last industries to adopt technology. That’s partly cultural—folks in the industry like to solve problems with their own ingenuity.

From Intern to President

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

As a college student in the early ’90s, Erik Santiago thought his construction degree would lead him to work for a general contractor.

Ransomware is Rampant: Is Your Construction Business Safe?

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

With ransomware attacks on high profile businesses like Colonial Pipeline and JBS Foods in the headlines, construction managers at organizations of all sizes are increasingly asking, “Are we vulnerable too?” or even “Are we next?”

Trying a New Product: What’s in it for You?

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Every business looks for opportunities to grow revenues, increase profitability, and boost market share.

The PRO Act and Employee Misclassification

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

In March 2021, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act. This legislation calls for wide-ranging, union-friendly revisions to the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).

The Consolidated Appropriations Act Explained

Wed, 12 May 2021 00:00:15 -0400

As 2020 drew to a close, the U.S. Congress passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, a massive $900 million coronavirus relief bill combined with a $1.4 trillion omnibus spending bill.

Workforce Development: Attracting Generation Z

Sat, 23 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500

As more Baby Boomers enter retirement, the need for skilled workers is increasing across the American economy. The construction industry is not immune. Add on the struggle with convincing young people that a college degree isn’t always the ticket to a good life and skilled trades are a viable career choice. How can the construction industry recruit good talent?

Fair Labor Standards Act Proposed Rule Change

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

The Fair Labor Standards Act was passed more than 80 years ago, and since then, the United States Department of Labor has struggled to define the term “independent contractor.”

Combat Price Increases as a Result of Coronavirus

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400

The Coronavirus has caused many material shipments to be delayed or cancelled. As a result, the cost of ordering and supplying materials for many items has increased.

Prefab Wall Systems With EIFS

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400

If you’ve ever purchased ready-to-assemble furniture at IKEA or if you’ve put together toys on Christmas Eve you have been involved with prefabricated products.