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Key Technology Trends in the Construction Industry in 2024

Epicflow

At present, the construction industry is undergoing a substantial transformation. Innovations, economic uncertainty, construction workforce shortages, and other factors have forced building companies to change the way they work and deliver their projects. damage or cracking on buildings). [2] damage or cracking on buildings). [2]

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Retire These Metaphors & Reframe the Discussion to be More Effective

Johanna Rothman

For years, we've used several metaphors to describe software product development: People-based metaphors, such as: Man-weeks for all the humans working on a project or a product. I've been part of several construction projects, and they all used an iterative lifecycle. In product development, is it anyone's job to make a baby at work?

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How to Activate Team Creativity and Innovation

Organizational Talent Consulting

Maybe you're skeptical of whether it is possible to develop a creative and innovative team and believe you should just hire for it. A common argument presented in support of team development is that if people were born with creativity, we would observe more consistency in creativity among team members.

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Why is feedback so hard to give?

The Management Centre

It also provides us with areas of development, improvement and stretch. In this blog, we’re going to explore why it can be so hard to give constructive feedback, and how to overcome these obstacles. Teams need to find ways to become ever more effective and efficient. It lets us know what we are doing well. What’s Next?

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Power of Business Consultants: A Comprehensive Look at the Benefits

Business Consulting Agency

Cost-Efficiency Contrary to misconceptions, investing in business consulting services often leads to cost savings. Consultants streamline processes, optimize resource allocation, and identify areas for operational efficiency, translating into tangible financial benefits over time.

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The gratuitous use of plastic

Seth Godin Blog

Over time, the plastics industry developed new finishes, colors and most of all, cultural impact, and extra (wasted) plastic packaging was seen first as convenient, then as a sign of status. The thoughtfully-designed and well-constructed device weighs 6 ounces. The word “plasticky” is not a compliment. But better changes.

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The annual plan construction set

Seth Godin Blog

Develop and align talent. Develop the optimal portfolio of differentiated brands. Operate more efficiently. Just pick one or more phrases, string them together using words like, "using," and a bit of reconjugation and you''re on your way. Act in collaboration. Break existing paradigms. Commit to quality. Enable technology.