Technology
2 Ways Mobile Technology Is Making Construction More Efficient
Wireless technology is being used more and more on construction projects, and it’s saving time and money. Being able to talk with, monitor and understand what’s happening with each project at any given time allows project managers to make decisions on how to handle things.
Read MoreHow A Few Clicks Can Show You Potential Bridge Projects
InfrastructureUSA.org now has an interactive map that allows users to see where aging bridges are in their community. The information, from the Federal Highway Administration and state agencies, is great for the public, but may also be very useful for construction companies as they pitch projects to replace or update existi…
Read MorePrior To Construction, Consider A Project To Keep Traffic Moving
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission issued a contract for eight message signs and two closed-circuit television systems to be installed prior to a major construction project next year, according to an article on PhillyBurbs.com. This smart use of technology will give drivers real-time information during a major constructio…
Read More4 Ways Cloud Computing Can Make Your Business More Efficient
Cloud computing can offer businesses the ability to make their business more efficient and profitable. So how can companies get more from their cloud services? According to an article on the ERP Cloud News website, the savings come from efficiency within the organization, the ability to pay for what you use, reduced labor c…
Read MoreHow Could A Rating System Improve Bridge Safety?
Two faculty members at Kansas State University are finding more objective ways to rate bridge safety by developing a rating system they say will make bridges and other structures safer. According to an article on the KSU website, the system uses a numeric rating system rather than visual inspections to determine which struc…
Read MoreHow Can RFID Tags Protect Workers?
A new technology in use in Canada lets heavy-equipment operators know if they are at risk of striking a worker with their machinery. According to an article on the Journal of Commerce website, the RFID tags, which can be placed on vests and hard hats, send a signal to the machine as it approaches bystanders. From there, an …
Read MoreShould You Customize Your ERP Software?
Thinking about investing in an ERP system? Take some time to consider whether you should use the solution as-is or customize it. An article from The Project Management Hut breaks down the differences between each of the three major methods, and it says that an ERP “is still the best alternative for replacing legacy applicat…
Read MoreHow Can Wireless Technology Make Bridges Safer?
Using wireless sensors is an affordable and practical way to monitor the condition of bridges. According to an article on the United Press International website, the technology will help prevent tragedies like one that occurred in Minnesota in 2007, in which 13 people died and 145 were injured after a bridge over the Missis…
Read MoreWill SaaS Help Contractors Get More Out Of Their IT?
Many contractors are still debating whether owning, leasing or renting software makes the most sense for their business. According to an article on the ERP Cloud News website, each option has its pros and cons. The article delves into what might be the best choice based on a company’s specific situation. Often, the company’…
Read MoreShould You Buy, Lease or Rent Your ERP Software?
Construction companies often debate whether it’s better to buy or rent equipment; the same debate can be had for software. An article on the ERP Cloud News website breaks down the differences between buying, leasing and renting software, and lists the pros and cons of each. But if you have the money to buy a certain product…
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