SERVICES PROJECTS COMPANY CAREERS BLOG CONTACT LATEST POSTS OpenSpace AI Joins the Sierra View Arsenal March 22, 2021 0 comments An Introduction to the OpenSpace Camera The Open Space Camera is a cutting-edge tool that leverages the power and utility of AI to aid general contractors, business owners, and tradespeople alike in being able to monitor progress at worksites, share project images with clients and coworkers, and so much more. Once workers enter the job… READ FULL ARTICLE Contractors and the DIY Movement October 26, 2020 0 comments You may think HGTV gave birth to the DIY movement, but the phrase “do it yourself” was in fact first coined in 1912 in “Suburban Life” magazine. Many people enjoy learning new skills and the sense of pride that comes with doing things yourself. Businesses haven’t let the popularity of DIY scare them; they have… READ FULL ARTICLE The Labor Shortage in Construction October 12, 2020 0 comments The construction industry has enjoyed steady growth for the last several years but has had difficulty finding the skilled workers it has needed (labor shortage). This shortage of skilled workers is expected to continue for the foreseeable future, barring efforts to address the issue. Across the industry, steps are being taken to alleviate the chronic… READ FULL ARTICLE The Construction Industry is Getting 3D Printed October 2, 2020 0 comments The machine that started out printing tiny models is now printing entire buildings. 3D printing is changing the building process for construction companies around the world and opening up new opportunities for change and innovation. What is 3D Printing? 3D printing is a process of manufacturing physical objects based on digital designs in which a… READ FULL ARTICLE Building a Blockchain: The Future of Construction Contracts September 24, 2020 0 comments You may have heard of blockchain and its recent history revolutionizing the cryptocurrency market, but have you ever thought about how it could change the construction industry? What is Blockchain? A blockchain is a digital public ledger of agreements (financial transactions, contracts, etc.) that are tied together chronologically into groups of information called “blocks.” This… READ FULL ARTICLE Our Top 4 Construction Podcasts (and Why We Love Them) September 14, 2020 0 comments When you think of podcasts, you don’t usually think of construction; but perhaps after reading this, you’ll consider listening to these esoteric conversations. These are our four favorite award-winning construction podcasts and a little bit of background about their hosts. ConExpo/Con-Agg Radio ConExpo is the largest North American construction trade show held annually in Las… READ FULL ARTICLE What You Might Gain from Digital Twins of Your Building September 1, 2020 0 comments Digital Twins are not a new technology; manufacturing and aviation industries have been using them for years to model designs and detect potential issues that could result in an unsafe end product. Construction is now widely using this modeling technique to a similar end, leveraging Digital Twins to improve safety, efficiency, and profitability on the… READ FULL ARTICLE Five Traits of a Successful Contractor August 17, 2020 0 comments Contracting firms have been grappling with the labor shortage issue for years now, and times are tough, but that doesn’t mean success is unattainable. The most successful contracting firms share these five traits in common. Leadership Through Service Talent and drive for success propel great leaders to the top. Once they are there, though, they… READ FULL ARTICLE Technology’s Effect on Safety Protocol After a Pandemic (Part Two) August 7, 2020 0 comments In returning to the second installment of this two-part series (read part one), we investigate technology’s effect on safety protocol for construction workers when it comes to performing their daily functions. The technology reviewed here mainly plays a part in managing social distancing while maintaining effective communication. Primarily, in the techniques we investigate, Zoom video… READ FULL ARTICLE Cool Roof Technology July 28, 2020 0 comments Rising temperatures! Melting arctic ice! Sweltering heatwaves! It’s just called “summer” here in California, and it’s right around the corner. Spurred on by rising energy costs, consumers and investors alike are seeking options beyond traditional building methods, and the building industry has responded to this demand. 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