David Talks ConTech Process Improvement – Turning Time into Money Processes can help businesses make the most out of their time and money. Budgets are used to track, inspect and manage money, but the same amount of attention is hardly ever given to time. For example, most companies only use a calendar and a timekeeping application. While these tools are essential for business success, companies ready to increaseRead more

Geek of the Week We Interviewed: Prakash Senghani Day Job:Co-Founder & CEO at Navatech Group Listen to “The ConTechCrew 252: Giga-Projects & Sticky Wickets with Prakash Senghani from Navatech Group” on Spreaker. Want The Next Episode Sent Straight To Your Inbox? SIGN ME UP Construction Tech News DOWNLOAD THE NEW CONTECH REPORT Feds approve drone flights outsideRead more

David Talks ConTech Information Technology in Construction – Internal vs. Outsourced Introduction  Information Technology (IT) has become a staple of any business since the invention of the personal computer. The construction industry’s increased adoption of software has made IT support even more necessary. However, there is more than one way to approach fulfilling a company’s IT needs.   This article willRead more

Geek of the Week We Interviewed: Dustin Adam Day Job: Director of Information Technology at Hermanson Company Listen to “The ConTechCrew 251: The Nerd Bucket with Dustin Adam from Hermanson Company” on Spreaker. https://vimeo.com/504989074 Want The Next Episode Sent Straight To Your Inbox? SIGN ME UP Construction Tech News DOWNLOAD THE NEW CONTECH REPORT ProptechRead more

AXA XL’s Construction Ecosystem launches with new partner JBKnowledge Bryan/College Station, Texas – The North American construction insurance industry has gained a new resource. Starting in 2020, AXA XL released its Construction Ecosystem Tech Library which assists their construction clients in managing risk. With more than 25 contributing partners, this exclusive resource is extremely valuable. One partner new to the Construction Ecosystem is JBKnowledge, who is happy to further its ongoing professional relationship with AXA XL through itsRead more

RPA for Construction RPA can automate tasks for every construction company. First, think of a process in your company that frustrates employees because it is time-consuming and/or mindless.   RPA, or Robotic Process Automation, is a technology that uses software “robots” to complete historically manual tasks more accurately and without fatigue.  Please note, the purpose of this blog is not toRead more

David Talks ConTech Learn About CRM Tools for Construction Companies Construction CRM (Customer Relationship Management) is a tool used to improve sales. CRM software manages business relationships by tracking communication and sales with past, present, and future customers. However, a CRM isn’t a fun or flashy piece of technology. CRM’s are important software that shows the direct relation between leads andRead more

Keeping Your Assets from Becoming Liabilities  Construction asset tracking is an approach to keeping company assets from becoming liabilities, but it’s nothing new to the industry. From every screw-gun up to the tower cranes, keeping track of tools and assets is essential. Below is a picture of my grandfather’s hammer. In the 1940s they didn’t have computers, smartphones or “smart” sensors. They had wood handles,Read more

 JBKnowledge’s ConTech Roadshow is nearing the end of its six-city tour, with only two dates left this year. Up next, The ConTech Roadshow will bring some of the construction industry’s hottest topics to Chicago’s Hyatt Lodge on Wednesday, October 16th. For the past three years, construction professionals passionate about improving their business have gathered at the one-day events for tech demonstrations, presentations, and local networking opportunities. Since its inception, The ConTech Roadshow has beenRead more

ORAC Fall Forum When? November 13, 2019 Where? Woodbine Racetrack Toronto, Ontario, Canada What? James Benham, CEO of JBKnowledge & The ConTechCrew Host will be presenting “The Future is now: How Today’s Tech is Disturbing the World’s Oldest Industry” at the 2019 ORAC Fall Forum. REGISTERRead more