Tech Brief

The Associated General Contractors of America


January 2015
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MORE HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE 2015 IT CONFERENCE
The 2015 IT Forum Conference will be held July 30-31, 2015, in Chicago, Illinois. More details to follow but mark those calendars now!
 
FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY
In order to make effective use of both time and materials, mistakes must be minimized. Quality in, quality out. Measure twice, cut once. Get it right the first time. These statements and ideals are known across the construction industry, which like many other industries, relies on accurate and comprehensive measurement data as a starting point for analysis, design, and investigation.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=303319&issueID=34197 to view the full article online.

 
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UPCOMING EVENTS
The construction industry is experiencing a major shift; new tools and methodologies are being introduced every day to help minimize the time, resources and dollars spent. To help eliminate time waste, productivity must be maximized. This can mean a number of things — including optimizing workflows, minimizing time spent waiting around for the right people, tasks and/or materials, and ensuring a safe worksite each and every day.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=303271&issueID=34197 to view the full article online.

 
Join us in San Juan, Puerto Rico, March 18-20, 2015, and gain a comprehensive view of where you are, where you are going and where you need to be to strengthen the educated decisions construction professionals have to make everyday.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=303272&issueID=34197 to view the full article online.

 
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MEMBER-TO-MEMBER FAQ
Constructor magazine is currently working on its 2015 editorial calendar. Stories planned include disaster recovery, drones in construction and cybersecurity. If you have experience in any of these areas and would like to be considered a source for a feature article, please contact Jeanie Clapp at jclapp@naylor.com today.
 
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TECH TIPS
Contractors in the U.S. are quickly learning what those in Europe have known for years – Asta Powerproject makes scheduling easier with its drag-and-drop features, importation of various file types and customizable job templates.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=303317&issueID=34197 to view the full article online.

 
Smartphone company Samsung has recently approached BlackBerry to buy the company for as much as $7.5 billion, looking to gain access to its patent portfolio, according to a person familiar with the matter and documents seen by Reuters.

Visit http://www.cnbc.com/id/102276894#. to view the full article online.

 
FROM THE IT FORUM
In an effort to allow for easier information sharing and improved collaboration, our technology conversations will now be at the 'AGC IT Forum' group in LinkedIn. We invite you to click on the link and join your peers as you continue to provide great contributions on various technology tips that impact your business and our industry. 
 
ikeGPS
MORE HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE 2015 IT CONFERENCE
The 2015 IT Forum Conference will be held July 30-31, 2015, in Chicago, Illinois. More details to follow but mark those calendars now!
 
FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY
In order to make effective use of both time and materials, mistakes must be minimized. Quality in, quality out. Measure twice, cut once. Get it right the first time. These statements and ideals are known across the construction industry, which like many other industries, relies on accurate and comprehensive measurement data as a starting point for analysis, design, and investigation.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=303319&issueID=34197 to view the full article online.

 
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UPCOMING EVENTS
The construction industry is experiencing a major shift; new tools and methodologies are being introduced every day to help minimize the time, resources and dollars spent. To help eliminate time waste, productivity must be maximized. This can mean a number of things — including optimizing workflows, minimizing time spent waiting around for the right people, tasks and/or materials, and ensuring a safe worksite each and every day.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=303271&issueID=34197 to view the full article online.

 
Join us in San Juan, Puerto Rico, March 18-20, 2015, and gain a comprehensive view of where you are, where you are going and where you need to be to strengthen the educated decisions construction professionals have to make everyday.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=303272&issueID=34197 to view the full article online.

 
Naylor, LLC
MEMBER-TO-MEMBER FAQ
Constructor magazine is currently working on its 2015 editorial calendar. Stories planned include disaster recovery, drones in construction and cybersecurity. If you have experience in any of these areas and would like to be considered a source for a feature article, please contact Jeanie Clapp at jclapp@naylor.com today.
 
Naylor, LLC
TECH TIPS
Contractors in the U.S. are quickly learning what those in Europe have known for years – Asta Powerproject makes scheduling easier with its drag-and-drop features, importation of various file types and customizable job templates.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=303317&issueID=34197 to view the full article online.

 
Smartphone company Samsung has recently approached BlackBerry to buy the company for as much as $7.5 billion, looking to gain access to its patent portfolio, according to a person familiar with the matter and documents seen by Reuters.

Visit http://www.cnbc.com/id/102276894#. to view the full article online.

 
FROM THE IT FORUM
In an effort to allow for easier information sharing and improved collaboration, our technology conversations will now be at the 'AGC IT Forum' group in LinkedIn. We invite you to click on the link and join your peers as you continue to provide great contributions on various technology tips that impact your business and our industry. 
 
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