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Eating Dog Food

A common expression in marketing has been “a company that eats its own dog food.” Basically, a company that uses its own product so it knows more about what is needed to improve it. In the construction space, companies that provide materials and products often install them in their own buildings so they can monitor …

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Cities Rise Back Up

“Never let a good crisis go to waste.” The words were first spoken by Sir Winston Churchill during World War II and were relayed to me again in a recent conversation with Bob Mankowski, senior vice president of digital cities, Bentley Systems. The thought here is that even during hard times—such as a pandemic—there is …

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Investing in the Market

Many software and solutions companies invest in technology to further their product’s development. For example, Bentley Systems, a developer that focuses on infrastructure engineering, has established Bentley iTwin Ventures to invest in promising technology companies that address opportunities for infrastructure digital-twin solutions aimed at roadways, railways, waterways, bridges, utilities, industrial facilities, and other infrastructure assets. …

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Everything as a Service

The increasing IoT (Internet of Things) capabilities and the proliferation of ideas for saving time, money, and energy by using the internet as a platform for various services has led to some unusual concepts. Construction firms should note that even lighting has come to the attention of service vendors. According to the Lighting Controls Assn., …

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Mounting Block Details in High Performance Wall Assemblies

It’s all about the details, and this couldn’t be more true when it comes to any and all penetrations in your envelope. Join Matt as he discusses the specifics of how he is detailing penetrations and mounting blocks at his personal build! Follow Matt on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/ or Twitter https://twitter.com/mattrisinger For more great video content …

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The Most Expensive and AWESOME Mechanical Room Ever!

Sign up for Free Live Webinars, Videos, and Classes – https://buildshownetwork.com/newsletter Mechanical rooms in residential construction are not as commonplace as they should be. They offer a plethora of benefits, including a dedicated room for not only future failures (which is not an if, but when), but a place where trades can come to work …

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