by Pekka Moilanen | Dec 13, 2018 | Blog Post
Construction Cost Estimates: Why Accuracy is Essential Construction projects always have their differences — each building comes with a unique set of circumstances, even if it’s based on an identical model. This means construction cost estimation must be performed for...
by Pekka Moilanen | Nov 16, 2018 | Blog Post, Featured Post
Smart Solutions for Eliminating Construction Errors Mistakes in construction happen, and they can get costly — fast. If you want to stay on budget, you have to stay on schedule. But with so many moving parts and inevitable changes along the way, it can be difficult...
by Pekka Moilanen | Sep 26, 2017 | Blog Post
Blame Johannes Gutenberg. His 15th century printing press essentially sparked the world’s love for the printed word. In 1455; his first production of a set of 200 illustrated Latin Bibles launched Europe into the original information age. Fast forward to the 21st...
by Pekka Moilanen | Aug 8, 2017 | Blog Post
It’s difficult to build towards something impossible to envision. The truth of the matter is we do not have a crystal ball; we cannot predict the future. We can look to the past for lessons and trends, but we must rely upon dreams, visions, and educated guesses for...
by Pekka Moilanen | May 23, 2017 | Blog Post
Historically, the construction industry has been labor-intensive and slow to embrace emerging technologies. One could argue that it’s been generations since the industry has experienced significant changes in methods and processes. But all that is changing, as recent...
by Pekka Moilanen | Apr 11, 2017 | Blog Post
In many ways, examining and measuring productivity trends in the construction industry is like taking the temperature of the nation’s health. As productivity rises, private and public works investments provide a bit of spit and polish on a country’s infrastructure to...
by Pekka Moilanen | Mar 21, 2017 | Blog Post
Building information modeling (BIM) is quickly transitioning from a “nice to have” technology to a “MUST have” technology. If you want to compete effectively, you need BIM technology in your toolbox. This is real. We aren’t saying that BIM is critical to your success...
by Pekka Moilanen | Feb 21, 2017 | Blog Post
There can be no doubt: the modular (also known as “offsite”) construction concept is becoming more and more important to the construction industry. A Google search revealed six major real estate and construction sites that list modular as a trend to watch in 2017....
by Pekka Moilanen | Feb 9, 2017 | Blog Post
Laser scanning technology cuts costs for wall panel manufacturing for existing buildings. When it comes to technology in the construction industry, there’s a new kid on the block: 3D laser scanning. This process creates digital images of existing structures and...
by Pekka Moilanen | Dec 16, 2016 | Blog Post
One compelling reason to consider modular construction is its positive effect on our environment. According to the Modular Building Institute, modular techniques are “inherently” green. Not only is it the right thing to do, but modular construction also translates...
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