Contractors are feeling the squeeze—rising costs, fewer projects, and tighter competition. This guide breaks down what’s driving the slowdown and shares 7 actionable strategies to help you stand out, win more bids, and build resilience in today’s tough construction market.
The busy season is almost here—are you prepared to turn the rush into rewards? From beating the heat to staying organized on the jobsite, discover practical tips and grab your free Busy Season Readiness Checklist to keep operations running smoothly and profitably all season long.
Discover how Assignar helps contractors stay on track during weather disruptions. From reshuffling schedules to enhancing communication, Assignar ensures your projects remain safe, efficient, and successful—no matter the forecast.
Learn how tech is transforming safety, compliance, and workforce efficiency—featuring real-world success from Yambuk Labour & Traffic Solutions. Get practical insights to boost your traffic ops and meet today’s infrastructure demands.
Trust is the foundation of successful construction projects. Join Assignar’s webinar with global trust expert, David Horsager to discover the tools he has developed to lead better, grow faster, and actively build trust. He will also discuss how trust impacts efficiency, collaboration, and project success. The webinar takes place on February 12th (US/Canada) and February 13th (Australia/New Zealand). Register now!
Discover key insights from the NUCA Safety & Damage Prevention Conference, including proactive risk management, the power of documentation, immersive safety education, and strategies to engage and train the next generation of utility professionals.
Discover key insights on change management in construction from a NUCA webinar sponsored by Assignar. Learn how experts like Nikki Morrison, Carl Lyles, and Sheila Sharma discuss overcoming challenges, building a change-ready culture, and leveraging technology to drive productivity and efficiency in construction. Explore actionable strategies to embrace change, improve communication, and enhance decision-making with tools like Assignar’s platform.
Learn how to choose the right construction operations software to meet your business goals. This guide and free Buyer Checklist help you evaluate solutions, minimize risks, and make confident decisions to improve workflows and boost profitability.
Learn what toolbox talks are, why they’re crucial for keeping your team safe and informed on the job site, and how to make them effective. Get practical tips and access our free Toolbox Talk Template to simplify safety meetings, ensure compliance, and foster a proactive safety culture.
Discover the top cash flow mistakes that could hurt your construction business and learn how to avoid them. Improve your cash flow management and keep your business thriving with these expert tips. Download Assignar’s free checklist to ensure steady cash flow and long-term success!
Discover how Assignar earned a spot in Construction Executive’s 2024 list of Top Construction Technology Firms. Learn more about this recognition and how Assignar’s innovative solutions continue to shape the future of construction management.
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 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.
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.
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.
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).
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