Explore the essential differences between Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) in construction projects with Assignar’s guide. Learn how each plays a unique role in maintaining standards, ensuring compliance, and supporting successful project outcomes. This article covers strategies to enhance QA and QC in construction using Assignar’s software, helping firms streamline quality management processes.
As proud NUCA East Tennessee Chapter members, we are thrilled to be able to showcase Assignar in this live webinar. Join us to discover how you can transform your construction operations and unlock new levels of efficiency.
Watch this comprehensive webinar with Assignar and Constrafor, a part two session on cash flow, continuing the conversation on From Chaos to Cash: Improve Your Construction Cash Flow. Build on your skills and learn how to master navigating the complexities of cash flow management in the construction industry.
From flexible scheduling to AI-powered insights, Assignar’s October 2024 release is packed with exciting enhancements. Learn how to quickly adjust shift times, share job notes with attachments, streamline payroll with custom time codes, and give your team more mobile access—all designed to make managing your workforce easier than ever.
Staying ahead means leveraging every tool at your disposal. One of the most effective strategies is integrating your construction operations software with your Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
Discover essential strategies to improve your bottom line, simplify your operations, and gain real-time financial insights. Whether you’re a CEO, CFO, or Operations leader in the construction industry, this webinar will empower you with actionable tips to modernize your cash flow processes. Don’t miss this chance to reduce administrative burdens and unlock new efficiencies!
Learn how to combat the challenges of limited labor resources while keeping your projects on track. Hear experts share innovative approaches to optimize labor management, improve resource allocation, and boost productivity on the jobsite. Designed for construction leaders, this webinar will equip you with the tools to stay ahead of the competition despite the labor shortage.
Waiting for invoices to learn the status of a job? Our new progress tracking capability can help! Learn about the suite of features that helps you track work from job planned to job finished.
Leveraging data can transform your construction projects. Learn how real-time insights, predictive analytics, and smarter decision-making can help you optimize operations, improve safety, and deliver projects on time and within budget. This webinar is tailored for construction professionals looking to build a more efficient, data-driven future. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to strengthen your operations with confidence!
Join the Assignar team at the Hayberry! Drinks, apps, and fun on us as we cheer to the next 10 years!
Oregon OSHA’s 2024 Annual Performance Plan: A Roadmap for Reducing Workplace Safety Risks and Ensuring Compliance Oregon OSHA’s 2024 Annual Performance Plan…
As the civil construction company, MCC Contractors expanded their services and tackled more areas, handling paperwork and timesheets for their fluctuating workforce became a time-consuming challenge.
Spending too much time sorting through form data? The new Forms Analyzer will make it easier than ever to find what you need. Plus, manage leave, track overlapping activities, and link cost codes to activities.
Join host Kendyl Campbell as she chats with expert, Shannon Ward from Strategies Group. Together, they discuss the evolution of construction software, particularly ERP systems, and explore the pivotal role these technologies play in the construction industry.
You’ve been asking for it, and offline mode is finally here! Our newest updates allow you to submit time even when there’s no signal, search for workers and equipment based on availability, and integrate with MYOB Advanced.
Discover how to empower your field teams with the right tools and insights. Learn from industry experts how real-time data and effective field management can transform your project outcomes, reduce delays, and increase overall productivity. This webinar is designed for construction professionals looking to elevate their field operations and drive better results.
Learn how business owners use Assignar to enhance project visibility, improve operational efficiency, and deliver results that matter to all their stakeholders. In this spotlight, hear success stories directly from users about how Assignar’s platform drives transparency, productivity, and accountability on every project. If you’re an owner or leader in the construction industry, this is a webinar you won’t want to miss!
Discover how Assignar’s platform simplifies financial workflows, improves invoicing accuracy, and ensures seamless communication between field and accounting teams. Hear from an Assignar customer about how they reduce manual entry, increase financial visibility, and speed up payroll and billing processes. This webinar is perfect for accounting professionals looking to boost efficiency and accuracy in construction finance management.
Hear from guest Tara Lane as she shares her unexpected journey into the construction and geotechnical engineering world and the empowering origins of Shotgun Sisters.
Our time tracking just keeps getting better and better. Now, set your own rules for different pay rates, like daily or weekly overtime. Plus, find what you need even faster on the Scheduler.
Before adopting Assignar’s platform, Resolve Marine faced several challenges in managing its large workforce, which consisted of over 300 employees spread across various locations worldwide. As a marine salvaging company, their operations were diverse, ranging from emergency responses and maritime projects to reef restoration and oil pollution containment.
Traffic Force is a leading traffic management provider in Western Australia (WA) who experienced massive growth in just over a decade. With a total of 3 depots and a traffic management training business, Traffic Force sought a way to leave their server-based system behind for a digital solution that could communicate more efficiently with their traffic controllers.
Workzone Traffic Control, a traffic management solutions company from South Austalia started out 20 years ago in a front yard with 4 vehicles. Today, the company manages 36 vehicles and over 100 workers. With their number of jobs increasing, the company needed an alternative to the Outlook calendar they had been depending on so they could solve their operational bottlenecks.
Learn from guest Shawn Van Dyke as he provides valuable guidance for construction business owners aiming to enhance their financial management, leadership, and overall business strategies.
Subterra has experienced significant growth over the years, extending its services to various multidisciplinary projects. As the business expanded, Subterra faced challenges in managing timesheets, tracking machine service and maintenance, and facilitating effective communication between the field and the office.
Before implementing Assignar, Formula Alberta faced significant challenges in maintaining safety and engineering documentation. They relied on hard copy books that contained the relevant documentation, which contributed to delays, mismanagement, and loss of documents. Formula Alberta had to maintain safety documentation records in case of an impromptu audit to meet safety audit requirements, which was a tedious process.
Assignar has been a fantastic solution for Martinus Rail, enabling engineers to track daily true costs up-to-the-minute, which was impossible with spreadsheets or paper dockets. Shelley and her team worked with supervisors on site to integrating Assignar into daily work, which helped to make their jobs easier, more efficient and freeing up staff for other tasks.
Join host Kendyl Campbell as she chats with Jeff Falcon, BDM at The Barricade Company. They dive into the construction industry’s booming business due to the infrastructure act, explore the intriguing debate around Tesla’s impact on roads, and discuss a backhoe rodeo that hopes to inspire the next generation of construction workers.
Before March 2022, J&S Drilling faced challenges in tracking their field staff. They relied on spreadsheets, PDFs, and writable forms for tracking their progress onsite. A mix of technological advancements and client expectations meant that ‘everybody wanted everything – almost live’. Waiting until the end of a project to get the paperwork and analyze the data was not cutting it.
As a mobile company, Deverni needed to find paperless solutions and overcome logistical restrictions caused by the pandemic. Additionally, the uncertainty around underground utilities made it crucial for Deverni to adopt a safe and efficient method of excavation.
On this episode of the Dirty Boots Show, we chat with Rosy Aburto-McDonough and Lauren Grosh from the Hispanic Contractors of Colorado (HCC) to discuss small business challenges and how their organization can help overcome them.
Over the last year, we’ve revamped our field app to create a modern, easy-to-use experience for tracking time. Now, we’re turning our attention towards the Scheduler, so you can see where your resources are at a glance.
On this episode of the Dirty Boots Show, we sit down with Erika Carosi to talk about the power of cloud-based technology, the industry’s fear of change, and a unique networking group for women in construction.
This week on the Dirty Boots Show, we sit down with Tyler Campbell from Storybuilder to chat about the power of marketing for construction companies, as well as strategies for utilizing culture to attract and retain your workforce.
On the latest episode of the Dirty Boots Show, we sit down with Matt Bachtel to chat about putting your employees first, managing stress and fatigue, and the impact of COVID-19 on his excavating business.
With more work comes more information that needs capturing in the field.
Don Mann previously relied on paper timesheets and forms to collect this data.
Today, all employees at Don Mann fill out their time with Assignar, and they use custom forms to collect job costing, job numbers, and cost codes.
On the latest episode of the Dirty Boots Show, we sit down with former NFL player Karl Mecklenburg to chat about leadership, consistency, and safety.
In this expert construction guide, we’ll explore the bumps on the road toward digitization, tech fixes to your challenges, the first step to implementation — and 3 examples from companies leading the charge.
Lily Hedges runs operations for three family businesses based in Australia: Enteq, Site & See, and Hydro-Vac Operations.
After using Assignar at their flagship dry hire business Enteq since 2016, Hedges and her team didn’t hesitate to implement it in the family’s two new ventures. Here’s how she uses Assignar to manage three businesses and the value it provides for these family-run companies.
In this expert construction guide, we’ll explore the bumps on the road toward digitization, tech fixes to your challenges, the first step to implementation — and 3 examples from companies leading the charge.
In the seventh episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Chris Nixon is joined by Wes Edmiston—Director of Product and Industry Strategy at Cumulus Digital Systems.
For Penington Painting Company, documentation is critical. Since they couldn’t prove which coatings were applied correctly after the fact, they had to document everything as they worked—which led to mountains of paperwork for their team. That’s why Project Manager Taylor Bischoff was tasked with finding a streamlined, faster solution for the field.
In the sixth episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Kendyl Campbell is joined by Jo Taylor from the Colorado Public Works Journal to discuss her career beginnings in London, her big move to the United States, and how she was able to seamlessly dive into a world she knew nothing about: construction.
Before Larcon implemented Assignar, General Manager Brian Winn and Business Manager Annice Stephens were the only administrators. Brian ran the service and construction departments alone.
To get paperwork from the field, he had his foreman come into the office once a week to drop off paperwork. When paperwork didn’t turn up, Brian would drive to the job site, only to find that it never got filled out.
In this expert construction guide, we’ll explore the bumps on the road toward digitization, tech fixes to your challenges, the first step to implementation — and 3 examples from companies leading the charge.
On the latest episode of The Dirty Boots Show we sit down with Women of Asphalt Colorado President Nicki Upright.
On this episode of the Dirty Boots Show, Mark sits down with Frank Erdes to talk about how investor interest is spreading solar power across Australia and the things slowing it down.
If you liked our time-tracking updates last quarter, you’ll love what we have in store in this one!
Learn about the revamped Site Diary, which lets you fill out timesheets for a whole crew in under a minute. Plus, we’ve made rescheduling easy and added Sage Intacct to the Integrations Hub!
In the construction industry, implementing new technology is uniquely challenging. You have different project types, workers in multiple locations and slim margins. To make it easier on you and your team and encourage adoption, try the following tips.
How many times have you wished for a tool more exacting than an excavator? A way to dig without worrying about hitting high-pressure gas lines or risking digging through electrical? That’s why Ultra Engineering digs holes with air.
When you started in construction, did you think you’d spend this much time worrying about time?
Tracking. Collecting. Managing. Reporting. Auditing.
Time tracking in any business is no joke, but doing it in construction in California is doubly difficult. California has the country’s strictest wage and hour laws—and the penalties to match.
Instead, manage subcontractors at scale (and save hundreds of hours) by streamlining your processes with data.
When managing 40–50 field workers (or even 10), capturing information on paper leads to even more challenges than it solves. It takes longer to enter data. You’re more likely to make errors. And finding that data after it’s been recorded? That could take weeks.
Instead, manage subcontractors at scale (and save hundreds of hours) by streamlining your processes with data.
In the third episode of the Dirty Boots Show podcast, Chris Nixon sits down with Boom & Bucket Co-Founder Aaron Kline, a navy pilot with a background in building companies with products that make it easier to find quality secondhand equipment with a lot less hassle.
You can’t take shortcuts on the job, but you can minimize administrative tasks and maximize time in the field with the right tools and technology. To optimize your time, the solutions you use must be able to work well together.
Here are the most powerful integrations to transform your tech stack and improve your operational efficiency.
With increasing infrastructure work and poised for growth, Vision Industrial adopted Assignar to take their business from analog to digital—gaining productivity and efficiency in the process.
Supply chain struggles converged during the pandemic. While it seemed like issues like these would be short-lived, we’re still dealing with them three years later.
Prices have notably gone up as well. Between materials shortages, weather-related disruptions, transportation struggles, fuel prices and inflation, you’re fighting against a lot of forces working against you.
So instead of weathering the problem, let’s look at what you can do to conquer it.
Construction margins are taking a hit due to the problems we know and the new ones arising. The labor shortage, rising material costs and variable fuel costs make it harder to quote projects. Between the time you bid on your project and when you start work, prices have risen.
This volatility means there’s no room for mistakes. So what’s the answer?
In our second episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Chris Nixon is joined by Terri Olson and Mike Eccher from OE Construction, a Colorado-owned and operated excavation and underground utility firm.
While we’re no fortune-tellers, we spoke with Assignar CEO and Co-Founder Sean McCreanor and pulled from the top industry reports to identify what you should expect for 2023.
The big takeaway? Things are changing. Quickly. Here are the top trends in the construction industry—and some tips on embracing them to prepare for the coming year.
Join Ricky Glass, President of Solutions Services and Kendyl Campbell, Co-Host of the Dirty Boots Show as they explore how to find success and community after the Military.
While we’re no fortune-tellers, we spoke with Assignar CEO and Co-Founder Sean McCreanor and pulled from the top industry reports to identify what you should expect for 2023.
The big takeaway? Things are changing. Quickly. Here are the top trends in the construction industry—and some tips on embracing them to prepare for the coming year.
While we’re no fortune-tellers, we spoke with Assignar CEO and Co-Founder Sean McCreanor and pulled from the top industry reports to identify what you should expect for 2023.
The big takeaway? Things are changing. Quickly. Here are the top trends in the construction industry—and some tips on embracing them to prepare for the coming year.
Yes, whiteboards work. But as the construction industry, and the world, face supply chain hold-ups, retention challenges, and labor shortages—you have less time to waste, smaller margins, and fewer people in the office than before. What if we told you there’s a way to keep the whiteboard workflow while also saving time?
What’s the latest in our feature releases? If you don’t track time with Assignar, the new-and-improved time tracking might get you to. Plus, learn about the new Integrations Hub and how Direct Role Assignment gets you scheduling faster with greater flexibility.
Are you feeling the vacuum effect of labor shortage in the construction industry? You aren’t imagining it, and you’re not alone. This year, 93% of construction firms report they have open positions they’re trying to fill, and 91% of those firms are struggling to fill them, according to the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).
Success in Australia Prompts Leading Construction Technology Provider to Expand Footprint to Europe DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Assignar, the global leader in cloud-based construction…
We’ve made it even easier to bring your operations online, schedule confidently, and understand how your business in a new way.
Leading Construction Technology Provider Achieves Rigorous Certification for Security and Privacy Compliance DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Assignar, the global leader in cloud-based construction operations,…
We have saved 1-2 weeks in the data collection and approval process of service dockets.
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In Part 1 of this series, we outlined the basics of cost management and its overall impact on your business, from resource…
The average pre-tax net profit for subcontractors is between 2.2 to 3.5 percent, according to the Construction Financial Management Association. Because there…
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We’re starting Q2 with an exciting announcement about some of the latest updates to Assignar! As our customers already know, we’re constantly…
Construction contractors are expected to stay on top of each project they take on without losing sight of the details involved. Staying organized is an absolute necessity for contractors.
As a growing company, managing operations using traditional methods became increasingly time-consuming and prone to errors. The use of paper documentation, including timesheets, forms, and dockets, was causing unnecessary double handling and delays.
As a prominent provider of crane hire, specialized transport, and traffic control in Western Australia, Kwik Logistic achieved remarkable growth over the years, catering to diverse projects in mining, commercial, residential, civil, and renewable energy sectors. As the company expanded, the team recognized the need for modernizing its operational systems to support its growth.
Discover how OE Construction optimized its field operations and streamlined project management with Assignar’s platform. Read this case study to learn how Assignar helped OE Construction enhance productivity, improve scheduling, and achieve better operational visibility.
After a tough couple of years, the construction industry is expected to come back strong in 2022. The pandemic brought some silver…
Certification Validates Best-in-Class Customer Experience for Contractors In July of 2021, Assignar announced its initial integration partnership with Acumatica, the world’s fastest-growing…
Successful construction contractors constantly find ways to improve their work, this leads to lower costs, which translates into higher profits and more…
(Denver, CO, 09/23/21) – Today, Assignar is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with Aktion Associates, Inc., a national software reseller and…
Based in the Riverland of South Australia, YES Group had its origins in high voltage where their founder Mark Yates grew the…
Denver, July 15, 2021 – Assignar, a cloud-based construction operations platform for heavy civil & infrastructure self-perform general and subcontractors, today announced…
Queensland’s 2021-22 Budget includes a massive $27.5 billion, four-year road and transport investment plan. Queensland Transport and Main Roads Minister, Mark Bailey…
17.9 billion in infrastructure spend has been committed over the next 4 years by the South Australian Government. This record amount was…
The construction industry is one of the largest in the world and yet, despite the year-on-year, multi-billion dollar investments from governments and…
As National Road Safety Week comes to an end the message remains clear, we all play a crucial role in ensuring that…
On Tuesday the 25th of May, the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Bill 2021 was introduced to the Western Australian…
Today we’re announcing our $20M Series B round led by Fifth Wall. You’re welcome to read the press release — for now,…
The Civil Contractors Federation of New South Wales (CCF NSW) continues to be a fierce advocate, voice and ally of the civil…
In consultation with the State Recovery Advisory Group (inclusive of representatives from business, industry, not-for-profit organisations, UnionsWA, the public sector, local government…
Women in Data Science (WiDS) recently ran its 4th Annual Datathon, a three-week event that ended on the 1st of March. The…
The best contractors and field crews cannot operate without having a strong back-office set-up. Amidst a major recession and with the threat…
The state’s budget has allotted $986 million to new water infrastructure works for the state across 4 years. Under this budget maintenance,…
Press Release Today, Assignar launched Assignar estimating to the market. The cloud-based estimating software is built for estimators to help develop highly…
The Uncomfortable Success of Cloud-Based Apps in Modern Construction Operations Notorious for adopting new technology by the tail rather than the lead,…
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Despite projections of increased staffing levels and construction sales over the next 6 months, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) forecast that profit…
Logistics on a construction site have an immense impact on project time and budget, yet it seems to be an afterthought for…
In April 2020, the NSW Government announced the first 24 projects undertaking a fast-tracked assessment process as part of the Government’s Planning…
The WA Government has fast-tracked $140 million on transport, road and maritime projects. With 24 major infrastructure projects brought-forward, the government investment…
Manual processes have costly consequences, from time consumed, to the heightened risk of human error. The allocation whiteboard and the processes involved…
Tasmania will be launching a $3.1 billion construction blitz in line with fast-tracked projects across the nation. The investment is in addition…
Learn how SBL Solutions simplified their compliance processes and successfully attained ISO certification using Assignar. Gain insights into best practices for managing compliance, improving operational consistency, and meeting industry standards. This “Take 5” session is ideal for construction professionals looking to simplify compliance management and take their business to the next level with ISO certification.
When businesses are put under pressure to deliver, whether that is through the unprecedented times of today to the everyday challenges of…
The global pandemic has forced employers and employees to make unprecedented and rapid changes to their behavior in order to prevent the…
The Federal Government has announced a further $1.5 billion in infrastructure works across Australia. Additionally, 15 major projects will be fast-tracked to…
Construction projects are challenging, complex and sometimes volatile to manage given the number of moving parts needed to complete a project successfully.…
Round 4 of the Building Better Regions Fund’s (BBRF) Infrastructure Stream is focussed on supporting drought-affected areas through construction, upgrades or extension…
George’s Loader Hire continues it’s involvement in every major rail project in QLD, having being awarded the contract for Wet Plant Hire…
Traffic Logistics is an Australian owned and operated traffic management company servicing NSW since 2006. With depots servicing Sydney, Newcastle and the…
State Governments across Australia are banding together in fast-tracking projects and releasing infrastructure stimulus packages for a building works blitz. The sentiment…
This week Premier Daniel Andrews announced a $2.7 billion construction blitz for Victoria to stimulate the state’s economy. The announcement predicts to…
This week the Palaszczuk Government announced $400 million in accelerated funding for Queensland to supercharge its economy through the COVID-19 recovery. This…
The construction industry is one of the least digitised industries in the world. Locally, the majority of contractors in the construction space…
Discover the strategies Aussie Excavators employs to stay ensure safety and stay connected with their field teams and maintain compliance, all while boosting productivity. This “Take 5” session is perfect for construction professionals looking to improve safety and operational efficiency through digital tools.
As we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, new resources, regulations, and recommendations for construction contractors continue to change and stack upon…
Learn how family-owned Stefanutti Construction is leveraging Assignar to optimize resource management, improve communication, and drive project success. Discover the key strategies Stefanutti Construction uses to simplify operations and deliver results on time and within budget. This “Take 5” session is ideal for construction professionals looking for insights on improving efficiency and project execution.
Safety continues to be the number one priority for sub and self-perform contractors during these unprecedented times. SafeWork Australia has created guidelines…
Discover how Denver Asphalt and Concrete Services utilizes Assignar to enhance operational efficiency and improve project delivery. Learn how they maximize productivity while ensuring safety and compliance across their projects. This “Take 5” session is perfect for construction professionals looking to leverage digital tools to optimize their operations and drive successful outcomes.
Work Health and Safety (WHS) Laws govern the safety of employees on site and while they are already complex to execute, the…
The New Zealand Government has lowered the coronavirus alert from 4 to 3, enabling construction businesses to go back to work but…
Learn how Affective Rail Assignar to simplify operations, enhance compliance, and improve overall project efficiency. Gain insights into how to optimize workflows, manage resources, and maintain safety standards across projects. This “Take 5” session is ideal for construction and rail professionals looking to improve operational efficiency and ensure project success through digital solutions.
Learn about compliance best practices for managing regulatory requirements, improving operational transparency, and ensuring seamless certification across projects. This “Take 5” session is ideal for construction professionals looking to enhance compliance management and simplify certification efforts through digital tools.
During these changing times, construction businesses are testing the limits of their infrastructure in preparation for further restrictions amid the pandemic. Rapidly…
Learn how CJS Demolition successfully navigated the challenges of the pandemic using Assignar’s platform. Discover how they adapted to new safety protocols, maintained project continuity, and optimized their operations during a time of unprecedented disruption. This “Take 5” session is perfect for construction professionals seeking insights on managing risk, staying compliant, and ensuring business continuity in a post-pandemic world.
Customer success is one of our core values at Assignar. We do not foresee any impact to the delivery of the Assignar…
Construction businesses that are most vulnerable during times of economic uncertainty are those that are slow to react. Often paper-based processes for…
As we get into the groove of a new year, we wanted to reflect and celebrate the accomplishments of our customers. Organizations…
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Sub and self-perform contractors are turning towards digital solutions to collect and process their operations data. Growing and cross-functional teams need data-driven…
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Australia’s first-ever construction hackathon – Constructathon 2019 was held in Sydney across two days on the 23rd and 24th of August. Constructathon…
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Last Friday, the Civil Contractors Federation of New South Wales (CCF NSW) hosted their annual Earth Awards. With over 500 civil contractors…
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Five Construction-Related Effects of Heavy Vehicle National Law and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) Rules As of Oct. 1, 2018, under the HVNL…
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October 2018, Changes in Primary CoR Duty Laws: As of October 1st, 2018, previous Heavy Vehicle Nation Law (HVNL) is amended to…
Causes Behind The Construction Industry Workforce Skills Gap The current workforce skills gap in the Australian construction industry comes about as a…
Better Worker Accountability Via PPE Modules in Construction Operations Software On-site access to effective Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for construction workers provides no guarantee…
Construction Technology – Shifting young workers toward careers in the Construction industry Recruiting young workers into the construction workforce has never been…
Without access to a skilled workforce and without adoption of modern technology, the current boom in construction opportunities may well meet an…
Risk Management, A Core Component Of Competent Management Practices Safety without reliable risk management control is no safety at all. If the…
Construction industry overspending comes in many forms, but the cost of mismanaged information is one expense that could be easily controlled. With…
Fundamental Technology Upgrades That Promote Better Jobsite Safety Modern construction technology can help every construction company achieve a better jobsite safety record. Of course…
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New Zealand Government Moves To Control Widespread Shortage In The Construction Labour Force In a nation with a population of 4.7 million…
SafeWork NSW Crackdown On Australia Construction Safety Violations Results In Over $800,000 In Fines and Prosecutions In a driven effort to reduce…
Adoption of Construction Technology, A Blueprint Of The Modern Project Profit Center As the economy booms, ambitious construction companies are beginning to…
Amended ACT Work Health and Safety Tabled On June 7, 2018 With the advent of a new 2018 amendment, the ACT Work…
Resistance to Modern Technology Results in Construction Industry Under-performance Projects In addressing current challenges to success within the modern construction industry, contractors…
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Colorado Task Force Takes On Employer Abuse of Construction Industry Employee Classifications What happens when Colorado determines that an unscrupulous contractor or…
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New OSHA Qualifications Rules for Crane Operators in the U.S. Resets Employer Responsibility For Operator Competency In the ongoing drive to improve…
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What Do We Mean When Talking Construction Takeoff? Construction and material takeoff, sometimes tagged merely construction take off, pertains to a particular…
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Cost Codes – More Than The Defined Cost of Work-In-Process Cost codes should not be defined merely as the types of work…
Davis Bacon Act, The Core Requirements of Compliance To simplify understanding of the Davis Bacon Act, we submit the following definition: In…
We’re excited to formally announce our strategic partnership with San Francisco-based Fieldwire. Fieldwire is a field management platform that powers over 200,000…
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Retaining The Spirit of Progress In The Wake Of Construction Project Delays Few things affect the spirit of progress so much as…
Challenges of Using Construction Project Scheduling Software Many years have now passed since the introduction of construction project scheduling software. And technology…
Real-Time Data Core To Enhanced Construction Productivity and Jobsite Performance Even though many contractors continue to struggle with pen-to-paper operations management, automated…
Benefits of Project Schedule Management Tracking In Construction During the process of project schedule management, the need to practice effective project schedule…
How Better Scheduling Improves Subcontractor Efficiency When subcontractor efficiency fails to meet expectations, construction projects can quickly descend into a nightmare realm…
A Glimpse Into Past Back in February 2017, Northeastern University’s primary news and information site published an article focused on future challenges…
Equipment Compliance – Historical Safety Reflections Without steadfast standards of agreement, the concept of equipment compliance would have to rely on the…
Construction Management – Taking Control of Project Labor Cost Factors Eliminate the greatest construction project risk factor; take control of project labor…
A Construction Budgeting Process Gone Obsolete The key principles in construction budgeting never really change. Evaluate the project. Establish goals. Define the…
Construction Productivity – Cost of Antiquated Operations Management In an industrial season that is clearly driven by massive advancements in mobile technology…
On Friday, February 9th, our CEO Sean McCreanor, was the featured guest on the Construction Technology Podcast “The ConTechCrew” discussing Assignar and…
Lack of Reliable Operations Data Promotes Negative Subcontractor Cash Flow To meet existing financial obligations and to fund future company expansion, contractors…
How Can Subcontractors Better Manage CCW in 2018 Subcontractors in 2018 continue to face the yearly complications associated with Cash Flow, Client…
It’s Time To Tackle The Productivity Problem In Your Construction Operation Construction analysis experts rightly conclude that productivity problems in construction limit…
A Close-up Look At How Lean Construction Can Promote Better Productivity and Efficiency Simply said, lean construction defines a process dedicated to…
Operations Workflow Management, The Good Old Days In the golden age of digitized workflows, construction Supervisors struggled to make do with spreadsheet…
Toolbox Talks – Supplemental OSHA Health and Safety Training A well-planned approach to health and safety Toolbox Talks can help ensure that…
Effective Jobsite Analytics Offer Huge Benefits Even To Smaller Companies Data crunching via jobsite analytics is the new construction norm. It gives…
Automated Construction Operations Via Digitized Workflow Processing Automated construction invoicing no longer refers to the mere act of billing through a digitized…
ISO or OSHA Compliance Critical In The Battle To Protect Workers From The Dangers of Exposure To Crystalline Silica OSHA and ISO…
Purpose of Jobsite Workflow Processes In construction, the concept of streamline efficiencies must refer to the act of taking control of jobsite…
Asset Management – How To Keep Construction Machinery In Great Condition Asset management involves taking steps to ensure safe equipment operability, reduce…
Jobsite Safety Compliance – Leading into 2018 With ISO and OSHA Compliant Confidence Confidence in your jobsite 2018 safety compliance programs need…
Analytics: A Critical Key to Unleashing Productivity And Profitability In Construction In a simple truth being learned by major construction firms, optimizing…
Consequences of Inadequate Training and Failed License Renewal Although requirements differ from region to region, every respectable government issues some measure of…
Five Minutes To Enhance Jobsite Safety Awareness – Take 5 Safety Checklists Designed to help eliminate in one ear and out the…
World of Concrete: The International Resource On Concrete-Focused Heavy Equipment Looking to upgrade your heavy equipment inventory with a visit to World…
Incomplete Integration of Technology May Hinder Operational and Subcontractor Efficiency In recent years, the construction industry has reaped great benefits from the…
Integrate Back Office Operations With Front of House Workers Many modern construction firms use custom construction operations management software as a tool…
Strategic Construction Management Ensures Successful Allocation of All Company Resources Successful project planning requires a careful balance between workforce allocation and equipment…
Working With Vendors and Subcontractors – Weeding Out Poor Performers Vendors and subcontractors: Can’t live with them; can’t live without them. Even…
Using Drones To Point Out Potential Construction Jobsite Safety Hazards In this bold new world of construction technology, many contractors have set…
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), Ensuring OSHA Compliance In striving to protect your most valuable construction assets, your workforce, it sometimes seems that…
Jobsite Injuries – An Immediate Response to Traumatic Jobsite Events In spite of recent improvements in construction safety training requirements and programs,…
Construction Operations Technology Promotes Accurate Job Cost Analysis To present winning construction bids, contractors must have access to accurate job cost analysis.…
Integrating Financials Accounting Software Saves Time For Construction Operations By nature, productivity-focused construction leadership and task-driven workers encounter occasional conflicts with the…
Construction Disaster Readiness – Tips On Storm Preparedness For Construction Jobsites Never think that major storm preparedness is isolated to homeowners, insurance…
AR/VR for Safety Purposes – Augmented and Virtual Reality Applied To Construction Industry Safety and Training It appears that AR/VR is fast…
Construction Technology – Notes On The Complexities Of Crafting Wearable Construction Technology Before dipping into the uses and benefits of wearable technology…
Benefits of Stretch and Flex Morning Safety Stretch Programs Even as employee injuries remain a major concern for construction contractors, arguments against…
Economic Boom Produces Construction Labor Shortage As jobs abound, access to skilled trade workers diminishes. US unemployment is coming in at a…
Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate – Under Fire As An Incomplete Safety Monitoring Process As a defined lag indicator of contractor performance…
The Practical Aspect of Construction Risk Assessment Management As modern construction operations seek formal control over the health and safety hazards common…
Mobile Apps – Core To Enhanced Jobsite Productivity and Connectivity Mobile technology defines the dynamics of modern productivity in construction. It’s about…
Whether you are subcontractor that does civil work, infrastructure, labor hire, dry / wet plant hire or commercial work. You want deliver…
Construction Health and Safety Regulations – Define The Right Mindset It is no accident that construction firms are called to operate under…
Jobsite Collaboration Apps – Applied Mobile Technologies Booster Jobsite Efficiency Integrated mobile technology may be the single most effective development in recent…
Real-Time Construction Communication – Tips To Improve Communications With Workers In The Field Even as constant contact with leadership is expected, promoted…
Safety In Construction – Toolbox Talks Defined Safety in construction begins with toolbox talks. Construction toolbox talks are short health and safety…
Safe Work Method Statements: Health and Safety Procedures For High Risk Construction Work Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) defined… In accordance with…
Jobsite Safety – Tips For Fall Prevention and Fall Protection In the construction industry, fall protection occupies a critical position in the…
Certification Tracking of Construction Employees As An In-House Operation Although OSHA sets standards for safety and certification training, it does not approve,…
Overview: OSHA On Silica Exposure – New Standards Under the March 25, 2016 final OSHA rule concerning workplace control of airborne silica…
OSHA Accident Reporting Overview – Importance of Proper Completion of Accident Reports For OSHA OSHA accident reporting involves detailed documentation of accidental…
Field Team Resistance To Emerging Construction Software With all the benefits linked to construction-focused technology and construction software, tech-experienced leadership might assume…
Six Steps To Better Construction Equipment Operations, Safety and Maintenance The age of computerized emission controls, on-board camera systems, motion position sensors,…
Task-Focused Jobsite Safety Analysis For Better Company-Wide Jobsite Safety And Efficiency Effective strategies for construction jobsite incident prevention produce greater company-wide efficiency…
Construction Safety – Crucial To Maintaining Smooth Jobsite Operations Nothing puts the brakes on a smooth running jobsite quiet so quick as…
Construction Equipment Maintenance – Eliminating Unnecessary Breakdowns Construction equipment: It’s bigger, meaner and more costly to repair but otherwise not much different…
A No Nonsense Approach To Increase Jobsite Productivity In core purpose, this article presents a no nonsense approach on how contractors can…
Advantages of Linking Project Estimation Software To Workforce and Asset Allocation and Planning Management Although lacking in usability, efficiency and effectiveness, even…
A Strategy-Driven Construction Bidding Process To be profitable and legal, legitimate construction contractors do not waste time battling low-ball construction bids. There…
Construction Job Costing – Avoid Consequences Of Blind Procedures With the ready availability of effective job-costing tools, the implementation of thorough construction-based…
Construction Safety Programs – The Cost of Poor Supervision Adequate construction supervision ensures success in ongoing construction activities and tasks. Ignore this…
Watch the video A new era for construction and engineering The construction industry is one of the most regulated industries, and operations…
Fundamental Operational Changes Ensure Winning Construction Bids More proposals. More work. Lower markups. Yet in the end result, your company continues to…
OHSAS 18001 to ISO 45001 Brief Initially published in 1999, OHSAS 18001 has long been an acknowledged and successful gauge for occupational…
Advanced Data Management – A Key Force In Effective Construction Technology Implementing new construction technology sometimes feels a bit awkward. People seldom…
Cost Effectiveness of Data Collection & Data Analytics Technology Tools For Construction Contractors In an industry charged with the complexity of building…
Competitive Construction Bidding Versus Low-Balling The Competition In the highly competitive construction-bidding environment, some contractors tend to focus on low ball pricing.…
Proper Maintenance Key To Reliable Performance of Machines And Vehicles Reliable operators do not grease construction equipment without first cleaning the grease…
Optimized Cost Management Begins With Diesel Power In per volume performance, diesel fuel provides more useful energy than any other commonly available…
Mobile applications: It seems the possibilities and opportunities are endless. And each day tends to bring even more expansion and options. It’s…
Safety belongs at the top of every jobsite daily checklist. So how well is the construction industry meeting the challenge? Daily Jobsite…
Savvy companies in the construction industry are preparing for the latest trend in their industry – collaborative construction. What is Collaborative Construction?…
It doesn’t matter if your construction company only does small renovation work or erects skyscrapers, the need for a formal, compliant, and effective…
Communication Central To Effective Contractor Management Ok. We got 5 tips that promote successful contractor management. But first, a few words concerning…
Defining An Opportune Construction Safety Moment? Safety moments come and go quickly. Don’t miss the opportunity. It typically occurs at the beginning…
Workplace Fatigue, A common Problem For Construction Contractors Poor, bad and below normal construction labor productivity hinders effective construction planning. This means…
Not too long ago, small construction companies would send out a pickup truck and find day laborers to work on a construction…
Benefits of Cloud-Based Construction Solutions In spite of a slow start, the construction industry has finally taken a bold leap into Cloud-based…
The Importance Of An Established Company-Wide Culture For Job Safety At first glance, the need for a shared safety vision may seem…
There are many reasons that general contractors turn to specialized subcontractors or independent contractors (IC) for portions of a construction job. Jobs…
Construction management includes the maintenance and replacement of heavy vehicles and tools. Many construction companies make half-hearted attempts to manage these two…
Will 2017 be the year that mobile technology becomes a force in the construction industry? More and more construction professionals are utilizing…
Definition of Supply Chain in Construction Management Every industry incorporates a traceable and manageable “supply chain” hierarchy wherein the linkage between companies…
Complications of Traditional Tools When Scheduling Mobile Workforce When competing against software managed wireless communication systems, contractors who still rely on traditional…
Successful construction companies may perform routine tasks in unique ways, but all know the importance of maintaining equipment. Equipment covered by a…
Digital Construction Site Management, A Best Practice For Both Public and Private Operations Every organization, large or small, public or private seeks…
Accurate Construction Cost Estimating Core to Project Profitability Consistent construction project profitability demands unrivaled flexibility in cost estimating practices. Every construction project…
Establishing Accurate Accounting For Labor Costs In The Bid-Focused Construction Environment During the implementation of a reliable job costing process, every industry…
Full-Function Construction Software Integrates Jobsite Safety Into Daily Processes Above all, construction safety on the job stands as an individual responsibility. Yet…
Effective Communication With Subcontractors Drives On-Time Project Success So much of competent and on-time project completion relies upon effective communication with your…
The construction industry is the second most dangerous industry for workers in the United States, surpassed only by the logging industry. Of…
The construction industry in the United States ranks among the top industries for injuries and deaths on the job. All stakeholders agree…
Hazards of Heavy Machinery Demand Comprehensive Construction Operator Safety Guidelines Keeping workers safe is not always easy. Accidents happen, and even the…
Running a successful construction company is a lot like being a juggler. There are a lot of balls in the air. With…
Whether you have a team of 20 or 2,000, it’s imperative to have pertinent policies and operational procedures in place that reinforce…
Routine Excavator Maintenance – What You Do Rather Than How You Say It Routine excavator maintenance promotes better equipment performance. It also…
Project planning within the construction industry hasn’t seen much innovation. Communication between the office and the field is often done on paper,…
Tasks, projects, dispatch and more – It’s about controlled costs, increased efficiency of operations, accurate time tracking and reduced worker turnover. It’s…
Heavy Equipment And Other Construction Plant Equipment Buy or Lease Decisions Determining the best buy or lease solution for new construction plant…
Industry Leaders Reap Benefits of Digitally Accurate Construction Contractor Invoicing Never overlook the importance of accurate invoicing? You worked hard to win…
When carrying out works for a customer you’d like to be able to forecast margins on that job. We’ve added a forecasting…
ISO 14001: You keep hearing about the benefits, and the drive is on. But you can’t quiet get a handle on were…
Complexities of ISO 9001 Implementation and Certification Implementation of a certified ISO 9001-based quality management system (QMS) can be complex if not…
Second Draft ISO 45001 Ready For Public Comment Although release of the final ISO 45001 international standard on occupational health and safety…
In seeking ways to reduce fuel costs, leaders in the construction industry turn to the benefits of cloud-based workforce and asset allocation…
Establishing a reliable Asset Management System never comes without a cost in invested funds, personal effort, and dedicated time. However, when approached…
Keep Up With Construction Jobsite Documentation To operate an efficient and effective jobsite documentation program, you need a system that reliably integrates…
More and more construction contractors are experiencing the value of mobile solutions in their operational workflows. We’ve listed a few benefits contractors obtain…
Office Safety Regulations – Reducing Accumulated Jobsite Safety Paperwork To best reduce jobsite safety issues, modern construction companies require access to clear…
For construction companies to maximize profitability, they need the tools to control projects through standardized processes, reporting and immediate information access. These…
Workflow software for builders blends the responsibilities of classic project management with the expertise and skills needed to manage construction projects. Building…
One of the toughest issues that both large and small construction companies wrestle with is clear, concise communication. Effective communication can make…
Ask any fleet manager about the benefits of fleet management software and most will answer “I couldn’t do my job without it.”…
Effects of ISO 45001 Changes For Australian & New Zealand Construction Companies AS / NZS 4801 has been replaced with ISO 45001.…
The construction industry often puts workers in high-risk activities. To meet the challenges, they face on the job site safely, construction workers…
The McKinsey Global Institute estimates that almost $60 trillion worth of infrastructure improvements are needed by 2030 just to keep pace with…
Although mobile timesheets enable rapid entry and recording of time worked and leave taken, this is but one small aspect of the…
Poor construction project management evokes employee frustration, customer ire, and sometimes even a claim against your contractor license bond. But when you…
More options have now been added into the advance search fields of the Workers list view. Now you are able to search…
In an industry plagued by limitations of available data, measuring construction jobsite productivity often proves difficult, complicated and often easier said than…
No one doubts the value of an effectively applied methodology for fleet management. It’s about organizing, structuring and optimizing all aspects of…
For an ever-increasing number of heavy construction contractors, the age of hands-on hardware-based fleet management and equipment maintenance has passed away. Applied…
In certain industries, fatigue is something that simply lowers productivity. But in sectors such as construction, fatigue can lead to serious workplace…
Successful project bids don’t come by accident. The end product may come across clear and easy to understand, but the background labor…
Measuring productivity for construction workers has never been an easy task. Yet, it is important to track construction labor productivity as it…
Given that ISO 9001 status directly affects the opportunity for direct bids with both general contractors and government agencies, a successful audit…
If you were a kid growing up in the city, you may remember looking through a knothole in the wooden fence surrounding…
Communication with the job site is quite often messy and unstructured. There is much paperwork to be done. Contractors that aim to…
To establish reliable assurance of an extended construction equipment lifespan, construction contractors must adhere to several core maintenance guidelines. It begins with…
Electronic timesheets reduce company overhead, ensure accurate invoicing, and enable construction contractors to spend more time focused on points of profit and…
Construction companies that achieve an OSHAS 18001 certification are recognized for meeting industry standards. That status demonstrates the organization has the ability…
Perhaps no industry has proven more adaptable to change than the construction. From shovels to backhoes to block and tackle to cranes,…
In terms of information security management systems (ISMS), ISO 27001 provides data and controls that can move a construction company’s employees toward…
Imagine an employee is driving down the road and gets pulled over because of an expired inspection sticker on a work truck.…
The cost-efficient performance of any construction project depends on effective mastery of five core construction-related shift planning challenges. But solutions begin by…
In the construction industry, large, medium-sized, and small contractors have assets that are on site, on the road, and in the office.…
Construction sites can be busy places with trucks entering and leaving the site all day long. For construction companies operating a fleet…
The International Standard Association issued guidelines for ISO 20252 in 2006 and updated the standard in 2012. This standard is applicable to…
Construction companies are often big users of electricity, gasoline, and other forms of energy. In June of 2011, the International Standards Organization…
Perhaps the most misunderstood construction cost is labor. On most projects, labor accounts for about 50 percent of the overhead and many…
The number of construction workers injured on the job each year continues to decline due to improved safety conditions and awareness. Injuries…
Paying the price of unsafe and unhealthy work environments can be devastating. Substandard conditions can lead to work-related illness and injury that…
Gone are the days when a construction project manager keeps track of a project using a voluminous amount of Excel spreadsheets. Assignar…
The construction industry is a leading industry for injuries, illnesses, and death in the United States. The United States Department of Labor,…
Construction project managers are like great conductors. Conductors make sure each section, and every instrument in a section is on stage, plays…
Running a successful construction company means keeping a lot of balls in the air at once. You have to maximize the use…
Construction managers have become accustomed to using spreadsheets to store information or to keep step-by-step instructions for tasks like machine prestart checks.…
In 2015 McKinsey published their technology & digitisation adoption report for different industries across the US. The construction industry took second last…
The 14001 series environmental standards created by the International Organization (ISO) for Standardization are important requirements. They provide a systematic approach to…
Successful construction companies have always stayed on the cutting edge of technology. From shovels to backhoes, hammers to nail guns, brushes to…
If there were a way for your construction company to gain new customers would that interest you? The answer is – of…
One of the toughest industries to manage is contracting. The single most important step to a successful construction contracting business is how…
We have now added in the option to add user pay rates on an individual level. Previously, rates were only stored on…
A new feature has been added into the form builder which when enabled, makes the form mandatory to complete prior to the…
When adding assets, you have the option to add item rates. Before you weren’t able to overwrite these rates per order, now…
We have now added a document archive to the following modules: Clients Projects Suppliers Assets Workers Now, when any documents for the…
We have added a few new functions to the resource timeline. Because of customers experienced the timeline to be hard to use…
We have now added in more functionality to the resource timeline, allowing you to place a quick order against a worker, asset…
Recently we have made a few changes to the forms module. Once a form has been published and results have been submitted,…
A Client and Project option has now been added into the resource timeline allowing you to filter by the two and see…
An SMS Delivery status has now been added in, allowing you to check in your outbox if your messages have been delivered.…
The purpose of this update is to keep you informed via short, sharp & relevant insights into the real issues of the…
Despite being a traditionally risk-averse industry, there’s so much new technology having a massive impact on the construction industry both here in…
Software implementation in your construction business can be a tricky process, it all comes down to who is the champion of your…
It’s no surprise that compared to most other industries, workers in the Construction game, are at far greater risk of health challenges.…
Here is our weekly Construction Industry Update This week we are diving into how the impact of technology and the digital landscape…
In the second instalment of our review of the construction industry, we’re delving deeper into the sub-groups of the industry. The building…
In this first of 3-part series, we’re taking a look at the changes, new innovations and the economic health of Australia’s construction…
In the post-GFC world, the construction industry was left in a tenuous state. The bigger construction companies were all trying to land…
Software implementations in any business can be long and complex. When implementing it’s important to first have a plan and this can…
In part 5 we explore the role of Timing in change… So you’ve decided to integrate a new software system into…
In part 4 we are exploring the role of culture in change So you’ve decided to integrate a new software system into…
In part-3 of this 5-part series, we’ve taken a look at the role of communications when implementing change into your construction business.…
So you’ve decided to integrate a new software system into your construction business. A system that requires the active participation of both…
Change is difficult for most people. It’s a known fact. So when you’re implementing change in your construction business that will affect…
Building Information Modelling – or BIM – is a very broad term for the use of digital modelling used in the construction…
1. EMPOWERING THE TEAM The array of specialists required to deliver on your construction project is incredibly diverse.Think about it: engineers, contractors,…
In part 1 we discussed some key elements that make a successful Foreman. They are a critical stakeholder in making sure a…
Do you want to be a successful foreman? Here are some key aspects to being one. A successful foreman is a critical…
We’re talking a lot about 3D printing here at Assignar. That’s because we can’t stop reading about, listening to & seeing its…
The building industry across the globe have started to engage 3D printing technology, in very real and effective ways. The first structures…
Construction sites have the highest injury rate of all dangerous work environments. In Part 1 we explored the five most common accidents…
We look at the 2016 construction trends, remember it’s always important to keep up to date with what is going on in…
Are you using Big Data in your construction business? Big Data is the result of advances in technology and innovation. In Part…
Virtual Reality: the latest technological evolution rapidly changing most industries today. What is it? Virtual Reality (VR), or computer-simulated reality, is a…
Construction sites are prone to accidents, this week we look at how to avoid them… One of the biggest challenges in the…
Advances in technology, innovation, and the accessibility of big data are moving industries forward every day. How do all these advances…
3D printing – the latest point of connection between the physical & digital worlds – is having a massive impact on a…
