Our people and partnerships made headlines this week. We gathered up the top three articles so you can catch up on the latest trends in the industry and practices that are making waves in the way we build. Click the title to read the article.
1. Evolutionary Theory: Prefabrication’s Transformation of the Industry
“The benefits outweigh the detractions for most prefabrication and modular construction, but there is a balance point depending on the scope and schedule needs of individual projects.” Jake Snyder, Director of Preconstruction
Jake Snyder was interviewed for this article on the pros and cons of prefabrication and how contractors like Hoar Construction are embracing the building method to deliver value for clients.
2. 4 Ways to Overcome Project Setbacks and Challenges in Unpredictable Environments
“While supply chain shortages are certainly going to affect construction projects in the foreseeable future, the greatest challenge the construction industry faces is unpredictability — not knowing what our next greatest setback will be,” Mark Hendricks, Vice President of Healthcare.
Mark Hendricks wrote this article for Construction Executive Magazine on how unpredictability is the greatest challenge facing our industry, and what we can do for clients to help overcome that uncertainty to deliver successful results — in spite of volatility in our industry.
3. Birmingham Man Creates App Targeted at Saving Lives in the Construction Industry
This is a partnership we are proud to be a part of. Oscar Garcia created an app that helps break down language barriers on job sites to improve understanding and increase safety. Some of our company leaders are even working with Garcia to learn Spanish for the job site so that we can improve our communication with every member of our teams. This project aligns closely with our core values and our commitment to eliminating hazards and keeping our teams safe, every day.