HAPPY COLUMBUS DAY OR INDIGENOUS PEOPLE’S DAY?
Here’s the scoop (no sugar-coating): whether Missouri or Illinois “observe” Indigenous Peoples’ Day instead of Columbus Day is a mixed bag. It depends on which “level” you mean (state, local, school districts), and “observe” can [...]
Lessons Learned from Complex Infrastructure Projects
Infrastructure projects—whether sprawling highways, cutting-edge airports, or iconic bridges—are among the most challenging undertakings in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry. Their scale, complexity, and impact mean that the success or failure of these [...]
How Sustainable Design Is Transforming Urban Development
Cities are evolving—and sustainability is leading the way. Around the world, architects, engineers, and builders are reimagining how communities can grow responsibly, balancing development with environmental stewardship. The result is a new era of urban [...]
PROJECTS REQUIRE TEAMWORK, BUT ARE YOU REQUIRED TO KNOW HOW?
Okay, I know you know what teamwork is but is your team working? Could it work better? Is it new? Is it adversarial? Is it effective? Here are three key steps for a more successful [...]
5 Macro Trends Impacting the Future of the Building Materials Industry
The building materials industry isn’t what it was even five years ago—and the next five will be more transformational than most realize. Between climate imperatives, labor challenges, tech leaps, and shifting economics, materials makers, distributors, [...]
Why Work Will Never Be the Same After the Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on the workplace, reshaping how, where, and why we work. Gallup's extensive research provides a comprehensive overview of these transformations, highlighting both challenges and opportunities for organizations [...]