Tech Brief

The Associated General Contractors of America


November 2012
FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY
"Mobile Apps in Construction: Development & Usage" is the theme for the 2013 Technology Showcase, and the IT Forum Steering Committee is searching for presenters to share their best practices with other AGC members.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=196982&issueID=28731 to view the full article online.

 
To improve project execution and maximize profitability, construction businesses must take advantage of technology innovations that enhance collaboration and workflow between those in the office and those in the field. The latest advances in construction software help contractors to efficiently share data, speed workflow, make better decisions, and gain a valuable competitive edge.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=197158&issueID=28731 to view the full article online.

 
Bentley Systems, Incorporated
TECH TIPS
SlimWare Utilities, a leading developer of PC cleaning and optimization software, recently announced that its flagship product, SlimCleaner 4.0, has received a Gold Best of Year Award from PCMag.com for 2012, in the Software & Internet Utility category. This award follows a PCMag.com Best of the Year in 2011.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=197157&issueID=28731 to view the full article online.

 
FROM THE IT FORUM
Sharefile.com or yousendit.com: Anyone using them?





Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=197159&issueID=28731 to view the full article online.

 
Dropbox requires that the recipient install the software on their computer in order to download the file. We don't want recipients installing software to view our plan documents so we need something that users can download without having to install software.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=197160&issueID=28731 to view the full article online.

 
We have about 300 cell phones on a corporate account with Verizon. We’re starting to consider moving toward reimbursing people for personally owned phones. Our plan is develop a matrix for an allowance for the hand set, say from $50 to $300, depending on title, then a flat monthly reimbursement amount, again, depending on title. How are you all doing this? Are you looking to change, too? What problems are you having with your current methods?

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=197161&issueID=28731 to view the full article online.

 
FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY
"Mobile Apps in Construction: Development & Usage" is the theme for the 2013 Technology Showcase, and the IT Forum Steering Committee is searching for presenters to share their best practices with other AGC members.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=196982&issueID=28731 to view the full article online.

 
To improve project execution and maximize profitability, construction businesses must take advantage of technology innovations that enhance collaboration and workflow between those in the office and those in the field. The latest advances in construction software help contractors to efficiently share data, speed workflow, make better decisions, and gain a valuable competitive edge.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=197158&issueID=28731 to view the full article online.

 
Bentley Systems, Incorporated
TECH TIPS
SlimWare Utilities, a leading developer of PC cleaning and optimization software, recently announced that its flagship product, SlimCleaner 4.0, has received a Gold Best of Year Award from PCMag.com for 2012, in the Software & Internet Utility category. This award follows a PCMag.com Best of the Year in 2011.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=197157&issueID=28731 to view the full article online.

 
FROM THE IT FORUM
Sharefile.com or yousendit.com: Anyone using them?





Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=197159&issueID=28731 to view the full article online.

 
Dropbox requires that the recipient install the software on their computer in order to download the file. We don't want recipients installing software to view our plan documents so we need something that users can download without having to install software.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=197160&issueID=28731 to view the full article online.

 
We have about 300 cell phones on a corporate account with Verizon. We’re starting to consider moving toward reimbursing people for personally owned phones. Our plan is develop a matrix for an allowance for the hand set, say from $50 to $300, depending on title, then a flat monthly reimbursement amount, again, depending on title. How are you all doing this? Are you looking to change, too? What problems are you having with your current methods?

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=197161&issueID=28731 to view the full article online.

 
Olfa North America
Naylor, LLC
ComputerEase Software