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Construction starts rose four percent in June according to the Dodge Index of New Construction. For the second quarter, construction starts are down substantially. The overall trend is also down, indicative of a mature market. more…). Economics MORE
The Census Bureau reports November Construction Spending rose 0.9% from October. That’s a 10-year high , but it’s highly unlikely to last. more…). Economics MORE
The Econoday consensus expected a bounce in May construction spending but the only bounce was an April revision from -1.4% to -0.7%. May was flat vs an expected bounce of 0.5%. more…). Economics MORE
37 There is something unique about building houses that inherently eschews efficiency and automation MORE
Fact 1: In my 20+ years as an intermediary I have never seen so many construction related businesses on the market. Fact 2: In 2006 every bit of research done by anybody showed at least five years of solid commercial construction in the Puget Sound area. I don’t mean avoid the construction industry but don’t let anybody convince you the valuation should be anywhere near what it would be for manufacturing, distribution, or service. MORE
Our research showed that OEMs in North America should focus on five core areas to take advantage of the changing landscape. Automotive & Assembly Insights MORE
Reported construction spending for March (yes we are still looking at first quarter data), was -0.2%. However, the Census Department revised February construction spending from 0.8% These construction reports are so volatile and so frequently revised they are nearly worthless except for entertainment purposes. to 1.8%. Nonetheless, let’s have a closer look, including a detailed look weather-related effects. more…). Economics MORE
Today the Bloomberg Consensus estimate for construction spending was for a 0.4% Construction spending once again defied expectations. March construction spending dropped 0.6 On the year, construction spending was up 2.0 MORE
McKinsey research finds seven levers can fix construction’s productivity problem, but they require a new approach from all players. We heard from industry leaders about which barriers to change are most likely to fall first. Our Insights MORE
Construction spending for December was weaker than expected. Highlights Construction outlays rebounded 0.4 Private nonresidential construction spending eased 0.2 Recent History Of This Indicator Construction spending slipped 0.3 MORE
The periodic table is a useful construct. Useful constructs are replicable and they’re predictive. On the other hand, race is not a useful construct. Engineers build their work around useful constructs. And often, people who are in politics waste their time arguing about constructs that aren’t useful at all. We find knowledge (and express it) by dividing the world into grids and segments, and explaining how this organization works. MORE
Mired by underdigitization and fragmentation, construction must find a new way to build. Our Insights MORE
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Construction spending month-over-month declined 0.6% vs an expected gain of 0.6% in a Bloomberg Consensus Range of 0.2% to 2.2%. … Continue reading → Economics MORE
31 Engineering and construction companies suffer from low margins and relatively low productivity. They can do better. Our Insights MORE
In a time of considerable change, European OEMs see value-creating opportunities in demand from outside markets and in aftermarket services. Our Insights MORE
The construction spending reports by the Census Department remain a complete joke. Once again, heavy revisions are in play. more…). Economics MORE
Alison Carnwath, chairman of one of the UK’s largest construction firms says the Era of Robots is at hand. Thousands of builders will lose jobs as machines take over building London skyscrapers. more…). Economics MORE
55 There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. Agreements Closing Consultants Fees Proposals Templates agreements closing Consultative selling Context Discussion Context Document fees proposals writing MORE
Engineering and construction is behind the curve in implementing artificial intelligence solutions. Based on extensive research, we survey applications and algorithms to help bridge the technology gap. Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure MORE
Construction spending in August took a dump of 0.7% Moreover the Census bureau revised July construction spending from +0.0% against an Econoday Consensus estimate of +0.3%. to -0.3%. more…). Economics MORE
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You can not only be open to the constructive feedback, but you can savor it, chew it over, amplify it. But if we did, it would take a lot to speak up in a useful way. It''s difficult to be a generous skeptic. MORE
Construction spending rose 0.3%, less than the Bloomberg Econoday consensus estimate of 0.5%. However, Last month was revised up from … Continue reading → Economics MORE
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Construction lags behind other industries in its ability to manage complex projects, but two new approaches will help close the gap. Our Insights MORE
It''s that time of year, when big companies race to put together their annual plan for the coming year. These documents, even though they''re now digital, involve thousands of hours of analog meetings and discussion and compromise. To save you time, here''s a simple list you can use. MORE
A good indicator of growth is found in sales of construction equipment. Construction equipment manufacturer Komatsu lists its equipment orders by location. Those expecting a rebound in Chinese housing or construction are likely mistaken. MORE
The construction spending report from the Census Bureau is the biggest crapshoot in the entire lost of government reports. Today Econoday notes construction spending is up 0.5%, the first increase in three months, but that follows huge revisions. Historically, the Census Department makes huge revisions date back as far as 10 years. more…). Economics MORE
A new analysis of the construction technology ecosystem finds emerging trends, constellations of solutions, and an ever-increasing universe of technology use cases that are disrupting the way we plan, design, and execute projects. Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure MORE
Economists missed the construction spending mark by a mile this month. Instead, construction spending fell by 0.6%. The Econoday consensus was for spending to rise by 0.6%. Econoday finds strength in the numbers, I don’t. more…). Economics MORE
37 Economists expecting a huge surge in construction spending thanks to unusually warm December weather were no doubt shocked by today's anemic report. percent rise in residential construction where the year-on-year rate came in at plus 8.1 MORE
It's never been easier to find ways to be disappointed in our performance. You can compare your output, your income, your success rate to a billion people around the globe. many of whom are happy to exaggerate to make you even more disappointed. It's hardly worth your trouble. MORE
Unlike other industries, engineering and construction (E&C) has been slow to adopt new technologies and has never undergone a major transformation. Profound changes are already taking place—though not yet on a sufficiently wide scale—in many aspects of the construction industry. MORE
Construction spending, up 0.8% Construction strength is not uniform. in February, was a bit weaker than the Bloomberg Econoday Consensus estimate of 1.0%. However, the Census Department revised January from -1.0% to -0.4% so the report was a bit stronger than it appears on the surface. more…). Economics MORE
As construction moves into the cloud, here’s what industry leaders must do to lay the groundwork for change. Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure MORE
The surge in infrastructure spending that President Donald Trump has proposed promises to be a boon for companies that manufacture equipment used in large-scale construction projects. Article Monday, February 13, 2017. MORE
Ten case studies show how digital technologies can transform the construction industry, leading to higher productivity as well as social and environmental benefits. Article Wednesday, March 01, 2017. MORE
Based on an analysis of more than 150,000 public construction contracts across 15 countries, we explore strategies for moving toward a more international construction-tender market. Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure MORE
The industry needs to change; here’s how to manage it. Our Insights MORE
New technologies are transforming all stages of the engineering and construction process. Here’s what companies need to know about the evolving landscape. Our Insights MORE
Construction spending took an unexpected dive of 1% today vs. an Econoday expectation of +0.5%. more…). Economics MORE
33 Constructive Ambiguity As a result of the timing, I expect still more bickering accompanied by still more warnings. And I use a term, constructive ambiguity. On Friday, the German Bundestag Backed the Greek Bailout Extension. Ahead of the vote, many commented that Greece collapsed. It''s not all that simple as I have explained. The likely explanation for the alleged collapse of Syriza is Greece did not have a primary account surplus. MORE
Article Wednesday, May 04, 2016 The engineering and construction (E&C) industry has been a relatively conservative one, slow to adopt innovative materials, technologies, and processes—so much so that labor productivity in the US has actually fallen during the last 40 years. MORE
Inquiring minds are investigating construction spending , yet another economic report blamed on bad weather. Construction spending for February came in today at -0.1% while the Bloomberg Construction Spending Consensus Estimate for February was a gain of 0.2%. Construction spending unexpectedly dipped 0.1 Private nonresidential construction spending rebounded 0.5 Adverse weather may be still affecting construction data. MORE
To transform the sector, action is needed in seven areas or through broader adoption of mass-production approaches. Our Insights MORE
Construction spending dipped 0.8% in May vs. a Bloomberg Econoday consensus estimate of +0.6. The result was well below the … Continue reading → Economics MORE
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Construction Related Topics Seth Godin Blog
OCTOBER 12, 2018
The periodic table is a useful construct. Useful constructs are replicable and they’re predictive. On the other hand, race is not a useful construct. Engineers build their work around useful constructs. And often, people who are in politics waste their time arguing about constructs that aren’t useful at all. We find knowledge (and express it) by dividing the world into grids and segments, and explaining how this organization works.
Seth Godin Blog
SEPTEMBER 23, 2017
It's never been easier to find ways to be disappointed in our performance. You can compare your output, your income, your success rate to a billion people around the globe. many of whom are happy to exaggerate to make you even more disappointed. It's hardly worth your trouble.
McKinsey
JULY 17, 2017
McKinsey research finds seven levers can fix construction’s productivity problem, but they require a new approach from all players. We heard from industry leaders about which barriers to change are most likely to fall first. Our Insights
BCG
JUNE 22, 2016
Unlike other industries, engineering and construction (E&C) has been slow to adopt new technologies and has never undergone a major transformation. Profound changes are already taking place—though not yet on a sufficiently wide scale—in many aspects of the construction industry.
McKinsey
JULY 17, 2017
Mired by underdigitization and fragmentation, construction must find a new way to build. Our Insights
McKinsey
APRIL 3, 2018
Engineering and construction is behind the curve in implementing artificial intelligence solutions. Based on extensive research, we survey applications and algorithms to help bridge the technology gap. Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure
MishTalk
SEPTEMBER 1, 2017
Economists missed the construction spending mark by a mile this month. Instead, construction spending fell by 0.6%. The Econoday consensus was for spending to rise by 0.6%. Econoday finds strength in the numbers, I don’t. more…). Economics
BCG
MAY 4, 2016
Article Wednesday, May 04, 2016 The engineering and construction (E&C) industry has been a relatively conservative one, slow to adopt innovative materials, technologies, and processes—so much so that labor productivity in the US has actually fallen during the last 40 years.
McKinsey
OCTOBER 26, 2018
Based on an analysis of more than 150,000 public construction contracts across 15 countries, we explore strategies for moving toward a more international construction-tender market. Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure
David A Fields
NOVEMBER 25, 2014
There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. Agreements Closing Consultants Fees Proposals Templates agreements closing Consultative selling Context Discussion Context Document fees proposals writing
MishTalk
MAY 2, 2016
Construction spending rose 0.3%, less than the Bloomberg Econoday consensus estimate of 0.5%. However, Last month was revised up from … Continue reading → Economics
McKinsey
JULY 28, 2017
New technologies are transforming all stages of the engineering and construction process. Here’s what companies need to know about the evolving landscape. Our Insights
MishTalk
JUNE 1, 2017
The construction spending reports by the Census Department remain a complete joke. Once again, heavy revisions are in play. more…). Economics
McKinsey
FEBRUARY 27, 2017
To transform the sector, action is needed in seven areas or through broader adoption of mass-production approaches. Our Insights
MishTalk
FEBRUARY 2, 2015
Construction spending for December was weaker than expected. Highlights Construction outlays rebounded 0.4 Private nonresidential construction spending eased 0.2 Recent History Of This Indicator Construction spending slipped 0.3
MishTalk
OCTOBER 2, 2017
The construction spending report from the Census Bureau is the biggest crapshoot in the entire lost of government reports. Today Econoday notes construction spending is up 0.5%, the first increase in three months, but that follows huge revisions. Historically, the Census Department makes huge revisions date back as far as 10 years. more…). Economics
BCG
MARCH 1, 2017
Ten case studies show how digital technologies can transform the construction industry, leading to higher productivity as well as social and environmental benefits. Article Wednesday, March 01, 2017.
McKinsey
JUNE 24, 2016
The industry needs to change; here’s how to manage it. Our Insights
MishTalk
MARCH 1, 2017
Construction spending took an unexpected dive of 1% today vs. an Econoday expectation of +0.5%. more…). Economics
MishTalk
MAY 1, 2017
Reported construction spending for March (yes we are still looking at first quarter data), was -0.2%. However, the Census Department revised February construction spending from 0.8% These construction reports are so volatile and so frequently revised they are nearly worthless except for entertainment purposes. to 1.8%. Nonetheless, let’s have a closer look, including a detailed look weather-related effects. more…). Economics
McKinsey
APRIL 27, 2018
As construction moves into the cloud, here’s what industry leaders must do to lay the groundwork for change. Insights on Capital Projects & Infrastructure
MishTalk
JULY 24, 2017
Construction starts rose four percent in June according to the Dodge Index of New Construction. For the second quarter, construction starts are down substantially. The overall trend is also down, indicative of a mature market. more…). Economics
BCG
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
The surge in infrastructure spending that President Donald Trump has proposed promises to be a boon for companies that manufacture equipment used in large-scale construction projects. Article Monday, February 13, 2017.
McKinsey
JULY 20, 2017
Construction lags behind other industries in its ability to manage complex projects, but two new approaches will help close the gap. Our Insights
MishTalk
OCTOBER 3, 2016
Construction spending in August took a dump of 0.7% Moreover the Census bureau revised July construction spending from +0.0% against an Econoday Consensus estimate of +0.3%. to -0.3%. more…). Economics
Strategy+Business
MAY 23, 2017
There is something unique about building houses that inherently eschews efficiency and automation
Seth Godin Blog
DECEMBER 15, 2014
It''s that time of year, when big companies race to put together their annual plan for the coming year. These documents, even though they''re now digital, involve thousands of hours of analog meetings and discussion and compromise. To save you time, here''s a simple list you can use.
McKinsey
JULY 11, 2016
Engineering and construction companies suffer from low margins and relatively low productivity. They can do better. Our Insights
MishTalk
JANUARY 4, 2017
The Census Bureau reports November Construction Spending rose 0.9% from October. That’s a 10-year high , but it’s highly unlikely to last. more…). Economics
Martinka Consulting
MARCH 13, 2017
Fact 1: In my 20+ years as an intermediary I have never seen so many construction related businesses on the market. Fact 2: In 2006 every bit of research done by anybody showed at least five years of solid commercial construction in the Puget Sound area. I don’t mean avoid the construction industry but don’t let anybody convince you the valuation should be anywhere near what it would be for manufacturing, distribution, or service.
MishTalk
JULY 3, 2017
The Econoday consensus expected a bounce in May construction spending but the only bounce was an April revision from -1.4% to -0.7%. May was flat vs an expected bounce of 0.5%. more…). Economics
McKinsey
APRIL 5, 2016
In a time of considerable change, European OEMs see value-creating opportunities in demand from outside markets and in aftermarket services. Our Insights
MishTalk
APRIL 3, 2017
Construction spending, up 0.8% Construction strength is not uniform. in February, was a bit weaker than the Bloomberg Econoday Consensus estimate of 1.0%. However, the Census Department revised January from -1.0% to -0.4% so the report was a bit stronger than it appears on the surface. more…). Economics
MishTalk
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
Alison Carnwath, chairman of one of the UK’s largest construction firms says the Era of Robots is at hand. Thousands of builders will lose jobs as machines take over building London skyscrapers. more…). Economics
MishTalk
FEBRUARY 1, 2016
Economists expecting a huge surge in construction spending thanks to unusually warm December weather were no doubt shocked by today's anemic report. percent rise in residential construction where the year-on-year rate came in at plus 8.1
MishTalk
APRIL 14, 2015
A good indicator of growth is found in sales of construction equipment. Construction equipment manufacturer Komatsu lists its equipment orders by location. Those expecting a rebound in Chinese housing or construction are likely mistaken.
MishTalk
MAY 1, 2015
Today the Bloomberg Consensus estimate for construction spending was for a 0.4% Construction spending once again defied expectations. March construction spending dropped 0.6 On the year, construction spending was up 2.0
MishTalk
JULY 1, 2016
Construction spending dipped 0.8% in May vs. a Bloomberg Econoday consensus estimate of +0.6. The result was well below the … Continue reading → Economics
MishTalk
FEBRUARY 28, 2015
Constructive Ambiguity As a result of the timing, I expect still more bickering accompanied by still more warnings. And I use a term, constructive ambiguity. On Friday, the German Bundestag Backed the Greek Bailout Extension. Ahead of the vote, many commented that Greece collapsed. It''s not all that simple as I have explained. The likely explanation for the alleged collapse of Syriza is Greece did not have a primary account surplus.
MishTalk
AUGUST 1, 2016
Construction spending month-over-month declined 0.6% vs an expected gain of 0.6% in a Bloomberg Consensus Range of 0.2% to 2.2%. … Continue reading → Economics
MishTalk
APRIL 1, 2015
Inquiring minds are investigating construction spending , yet another economic report blamed on bad weather. Construction spending for February came in today at -0.1% while the Bloomberg Construction Spending Consensus Estimate for February was a gain of 0.2%. Construction spending unexpectedly dipped 0.1 Private nonresidential construction spending rebounded 0.5 Adverse weather may be still affecting construction data.
McKinsey
MARCH 27, 2018
Our research showed that OEMs in North America should focus on five core areas to take advantage of the changing landscape. Automotive & Assembly Insights
Seth Godin Blog
FEBRUARY 7, 2015
You can not only be open to the constructive feedback, but you can savor it, chew it over, amplify it. But if we did, it would take a lot to speak up in a useful way. It''s difficult to be a generous skeptic.
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