In the fast-paced world of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC), staying on top of compliance can feel like a constant battle. Juggling contractor agreements, payroll complexities, and ever-changing safety regulations is a monumental task. When you combine these challenges with a lack of digital tools, you have a perfect storm that makes compliance a daunting […]
For most people, a long weekend is a welcome break. For a construction payroll manager, it’s often the start of a nightmare. The construction industry’s complexity is unique. A distributed workforce, intricate compensation structures, and a web of employment rules make payroll a challenge on a good week. But when a holiday shortens the workweek, […]
A Guide to Construction Documents: The Blueprint for Every Project The journey from an architect’s design to a completed building is a complex process. While most people see the final structure, the real magic happens on paper—within a set of critical files known as construction documents. If you’re in the construction industry, you’ve likely worked […]
The long Labor Day weekend is over, and it’s time to dive back into the hard work that keeps our country moving. While it’s easy to get caught up in materials and plans, the true success of any project hinges on one crucial factor: the people and how well they connect. For years, the divide […]
Introducing Daily Log 2.0, the latest software update from CEM Business Solutions, designed to revolutionize timekeeping for construction project managers. This powerful new version enhances accuracy and automation in tracking employee hours, saving you valuable time. Here are some of the most significant upgrades: Kiosk Shift Clock-In Empower your team and free up your schedule. With […]
The construction industry is a complex web of stakeholders. Architects, engineers, project managers, and financial teams all need to collaborate, but they often work with different systems and data sources. This creates a disconnected ecosystem, a significant challenge where valuable insights are scattered across multiple platforms. This disconnect isn’t just an inconvenience; it’s a significant drain […]
Ineffective data sharing and poor communication create a dangerous domino effect for construction companies. This costly problem impacts everything from scheduling to budget adherence. Picture this: a construction manager sends a contractor to install fiberglass for a multi-million dollar project. The contractor arrives on-site only to find that the materials are delayed. Valuable time is […]
Digital transformation is gradually gaining traction in the construction industry. There is mounting evidence that technologies are being implemented both on-site, where construction is taking place, and at corporate headquarters and regional offices. These technologies improve efficiency and production by streamlining procedures. For example, workflow and project management software is used to streamline project requirements, […]
The Covid-19 pandemic forced a significant shift in how we work, but it also taught us valuable lessons about managing and motivating remote teams. While the challenges of overseeing employees from a distance are real, companies that adapted successfully found new ways to foster productivity and engagement. A study by McKinsey & Company showed that […]
How much time do you spend cleaning data or manually transferring numbers across spreadsheets? If you’re in construction, how often do you double-check calculations to avoid multi-million dollar bidding errors? More importantly, why are you still doing this? Why Spreadsheets Fall Short Spreadsheets are a familiar fallback. They’re easy to learn and accessible to anyone […]
