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Know what you’re getting into with an IDIQ contract
March / April 2023
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 446
Abstract: For the right type of construction company, an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract can be a lucrative revenue stream. But being at the “beck and call” of a federal agency isn’t particularly easy. This article discusses how IDIQ contracts work and what steps a contractor should take to be prepared for one.
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How blockchain could change construction
March / April 2023
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 532
Abstract: For reasons both good and bad, cryptocurrency has been in the news in recent months. The trading of these digital investments is made possible by a “digital ledger” technology called blockchain. Could this technology be used for construction contracts? As this article explains, yes, it’s entirely plausible and would offer some intriguing benefits.
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Is it time to formalize your subcontractor prequalification process?
March / April 2023
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 663
Abstract: Operating successfully as a general contractor involves engaging and coordinating qualified and competent subcontractors. Or, to put it another way, the failure of a subcontractor can materially affect the reputation and profitability of the general contractor. This article explores how general contractors can mitigate their risk by creating a detailed, comprehensive subcontractor prequalification process.
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Safety first, safety always – Controlling workers’ compensation costs in the current environment
March / April 2023
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 927
Abstract: Any experienced contractor will tell you: Every safety incident comes with hidden costs, including rising workers’ compensation premiums. If a construction business suffers multiple incidents, the financial impact can be devastating. This article notes some troubling recent statistics and suggests some best practices for keeping workers safe and controlling workers’ compensation costs. A sidebar urges contractors to double-check their experience modification factors.
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Prepare for stricter cybersecurity on DoD contracts
Winter 2023
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 430
Abstract: Winning a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) contract can mean a substantial revenue boost for a construction company. But any entity that works on a DoD job will soon have to comply with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program. This article outlines the program and discusses why contractors should consider a cybersecurity assessment regardless of whether they plan to bid on a DoD contract.
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The essentials of a subcontractor prequalification process
Winter 2023
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 542
Abstract: General contractors are masters of logistics and coordination. But the success of most projects depends on one or more reliable subcontractors to get certain tasks done and done right. This article describes some of the essentials of a formal process for thoroughly vetting subcontractors so general contractors can rest assured that their jobs will be in good hands when the time comes.
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Succession planning is a journey of many steps
Winter 2023
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 678
Abstract: Many construction businesses feature an owner who’s generally well known and liked by employees, customers, vendors, investors and advisors. This is great, but what happens when this individual is ready to retire or is otherwise compelled to step down? That’s where a succession plan comes in. This article discusses some of the general concepts of succession planning.
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Business interest expense: How much can you deduct?
Winter 2023
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 886
Abstract: If there’s one thing that every construction company owner enjoys, it’s a healthy tax deduction. However, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act set forth a limitation on deductions of business interest expense. This article explains how small businesses can qualify for an exemption, how the limitation is calculated and how some companies can opt out of the limitation altogether. A sidebar looks at how a construction company could end up defined as a “tax shelter.”
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4 ways to wise up to smart buildings
Winter 2023
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 456
Abstract: Everything is connected, or so they say. In a smart building, all of the major systems really are connected … to the Internet. And projects to build these types of structures are growing in popularity. This article offers up four ways that contractors can adjust their expectations when working on a smart building.
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CHIPS Act offers opportunities and challenges
Winter 2023
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 520
Abstract: When the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors and Science (CHIPS) Act was signed into law, most of the hubbub was about how manufacturers would benefit. But not so fast, construction businesses have been handed a great opportunity as well. This article describes how the new law will likely create billions of dollars’ worth of projects for contractors qualified to perform them.
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How to up your financial reporting game
Winter 2023
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 656
Abstract: Most contractors would probably rather be on the jobsite than hunched over a spreadsheet. But there’s no denying the key role that accurate and exhaustive financial statements and other reports can play in the success and growth of the business. This article discusses several ways that a construction company can improve at financial reporting.
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What does the future hold? Checking up on backlog: the industry’s and yours
Winter 2023
Newsletter: On-Site
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 914
Abstract: Few construction companies can get by bidding on, performing and completing one job at a time. The typical practice is to build up a backlog of projects that ensures the business will be busy for the immediate and maybe even long-term future. This article explains how contractors can engage in backlog management using industry data as well as company-focused best practices. A sidebar notes that key performance indicators can greatly aid in this effort.
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4 ways to wise up to smart buildings
January / February 2023
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 456
Abstract: Everything is connected, or so they say. In a smart building, all of the major systems really are connected … to the Internet. And projects to build these types of structures are growing in popularity. This article offers up four ways that contractors can adjust their expectations when working on a smart building.
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CHIPS Act offers opportunities and challenges
January / February 2023
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 520
Abstract: When the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors and Science (CHIPS) Act was signed into law, most of the hubbub was about how manufacturers would benefit. But not so fast, construction businesses have been handed a great opportunity as well. This article describes how the new law will likely create billions of dollars’ worth of projects for contractors qualified to perform them.
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How to up your financial reporting game
January / February 2023
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 656
Abstract: Most contractors would probably rather be on the jobsite than hunched over a spreadsheet. But there’s no denying the key role that accurate and exhaustive financial statements and other reports can play in the success and growth of the business. This article discusses several ways that a construction company can improve at financial reporting.
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What does the future hold? Checking up on backlog: the industry’s and yours
January / February 2023
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 914
Abstract: Few construction companies can get by bidding on, performing and completing one job at a time. The typical practice is to build up a backlog of projects that ensures the business will be busy for the immediate and maybe even long-term future. This article explains how contractors can engage in backlog management using industry data as well as company-focused best practices. A sidebar notes that key performance indicators can greatly aid in this effort.