Trimble Launches New Heavy Industry Website

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Trimble Civil Engineering and Construction has launched a new website, which now highlights Trimble products, solutions, resources and training for the civil construction, aggregates, marine, waste and mining industries. The new site includes more resources for more Trimble audiences than ever before. Check out the “Resources” page for the latest customer stories, white papers, infographics and more. And visit the “Training” page for a wide selection of online tips, tricks and elearning about Trimble technology. Or, visit the “Products” or “Solutions” pages to find product information and resources by industry. To view the Trimble Heavy Industry website, visit: https://heavyindustry.trimble.com/en.

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New Era of Data Use Emerging in Construction 

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A new report released today by Dodge Data & Analytics, in collaboration with construction management software provider Viewpoint, a Trimble company, reveals a sea change in the way project data is gathered and analyzed across the construction industry—change that is poised to improve key project outcomes according to construction managers, specialty trade contractors and design/build firms surveyed. Tied to increased technology use and advancements, 64% of those who participated in the report said that their ability to gather and analyze data has improved or improved significantly. The report, titled Improving Performance with Project Data SmartMarket Report: How Improved Collection and Analysis is leading … Read more

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Laurence Fishburne Hosts Upcoming Episode of ‘Information Matrix’ TV Review on Innovation in the Construction Industry

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Laurence Fishburne, host of the Information Matrix, will introduce a new segment that will take on the leading innovations that are growing in the construction industry. Due to the increasing usage of technology in society, the construction industry has taken advantage of this innovation by using a number of techniques that take advantage of these technological advances and stay competitive across the globe. The innovation of the construction industry includes a variety of techniques that include artificial intelligence, virtual realities, software development and other advancements that are generating success and innovation throughout similar industries. This innovation allows contractors to maintain … Read more

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Free Webinar: Construction Scheduling Basics – Moving Beyond Spreadsheets

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Elecosoft, the makers of Powerproject, are presenting a free webinar on Thursday, June 6, covering construction scheduling basics. In this webinar, Elecosoft will show you that a construction schedule need not be that hard to create. They’ll show you how quick, easy and inexpensive it is to create and manage a schedule. They will demonstrate how to ensure your schedule is rock solid and valid and will hold up to the scheduling gurus. Spend a little time in this webinar and learn how you can improve your project management with confidence. Interested but can’t attend the live webinar? Register anyway, … Read more

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SMACNA Greater Chicago Members Learn Importance of Construction Data

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Construction and building data exists for almost every project that has ever been built, but harnessing the power of that data through digital avenues is becoming more commonplace in the industry. “It’s exciting to watch technology continually evolve in the construction industry, and see how our members respond to the newest advances,” said Tony Adolfs, executive vice president of SMACNA Greater Chicago. “As an association, we’re committed to providing our members with the resources they need to be leaders in our industry.” In their continuing efforts to help members stay aware of emerging technologies, SMACNA provides regular educational programs for … Read more

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