AGC IT CONFERENCE FOR CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS
August 10-12, 2021 Chicago, Ill This is your chance to break away from your screen and network in-person with other industry peers. AGC's IT Conference for Construction Professionals is the perfect opportunity to learn about the latest technologies and engage with other construction industry professionals. This conference will be held in Chicago on August 10-12 and features a keynote address by Mitch Holthus. Agenda details are now available. Besides multiple vendor tech demonstrations, informative keynote addresses and invaluable networking sessions, attendees will learn about inexpensive solutions to common IT challenges, the keys to success and leadership, and much more. Check out the robust agenda here and check back often for updated information! We know that it’s hard work being an IT professional within the construction industry. That’s why we want you to join us at our upcoming conference so you can get back on track with your career goals while meeting new people who share your passion for building great things!
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CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY NEWS
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Calling for entries to change the future of construction with CEMEX Ventures CEMEX Ventures, open innovation unit and corporate venture capital of CEMEX, a member of multiple AGC chapters, has recently launched Construction Startup Competition 2021 and renewed its alliance with Ferrovial, Hilti, VINCI Group´s Leonard and NOVA by Saint-Gobain.
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ASSOCIATION NEWS
September 21-23, Orlando, FL The AGC Annual Convention provides contractors of all sizes the opportunity to gain business-critical insights into the issues most affecting their operations. From risk management to safety on the jobsite to the latest in project management solutions, AGC brings together experts from across the industry to share their knowledge and help prepare contractors to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. Register by June 16 and save $150.00 off admission. For details, visit http://convention.agc.org.
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The PRO Act is being sold as something simple, a law designed to guarantee employees of their right to organize and bargain collectively, but the legislation within is far more than meets the eye. AGC and its members have the power to stop it. Learn more in the most recent edition of AGC of America’s official publication, Constructor magazine.
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TRENDS IN TECHNOLOGY
How wearables are keeping employees safe on jobsites and projects moving. In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, DPR Construction was facing a challenge many contractors were experiencing. A rash of infections had popped up at a San Diego jobsite that threatened their ability to stay on schedule. Ignoring the pandemic wasn’t an option, so instead, they started looking for solutions. BY MICHAEL GIUSTI
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TECHNOLOGY TIDBITS
On this episode, Josh Levy of Document Crunch, Paul James of BOND Brothers and Brian Perlberg of ConsensusDocs dive deep into how AI and Machine Learning are being used to assess contract risk and inform approaches to construction risk management. They discuss finding the right balance using technology versus operational discretion when bidding contracts, negotiating contracts, administrating projects, and managing insurance compliance. Hear their first-hand experiences on how AI powered contract review software for the construction industry can reduce costs, improve efficiencies and lead to a better industry understanding of what is fair and considered a best practice.
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CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY SPOTLIGHT
Best practices for preventing equipment theft from construction sites The headlines pop up with alarming regularity, from coast to coast and all points in between, buttressing estimates from the National Insurance Crime Bureau that about $1 billion in construction equipment is stolen in the United States each year. BY NICK FORTUNA
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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June 3, 2021 | 2 to 3 p.m. June 2-4, 2021 Bonita Springs, Florida June 7-9, 2021 North Kansas City, Missouri June 10-14, 2021 June 10-11, 2021 Washington, District Of Columbia June 24-25, 2021 June 27-29, 2021 Middleburg, Virginia
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