Tags
Supply Chain
Sort by
Article
Hard Hat Economics: Where construction is growing in 2026 (besides data centers)
Data centers get the headlines, but they’re not the whole story. Tariffs and fuel costs are keeping construction prices elevated, while...
Article
Hard Hat Economics: With all our eggs in one basket, what could go wrong?
Rising interest rates, inflation and labor shortages continue to hammer the construction industry in all areas except one—data centers....
Article
Hard Hat Economics: What’s reshaping nonresidential construction?
Despite a historic boom in data center construction, nonresidential spending has declined since its April 2025 peak. In this blog, Dr. ...
Article
Hard Hat Economics: Finding construction's bright side
In spite of high borrowing costs, rising material prices and labor challenges, nonresidential construction is still seeing momentum dri...
Article
Is your construction data leaking margin?
Discover if disconnected workflows are eroding your project's profitability. This interactive, 5-minute evaluation exposes hidden vulne...
Article
Hard Hat Economics: The offputting costs of construction inputs
Hard Hat Economist Dr. Anirban Basu shows the three-headed beast of construction cost inputs—materials, labor and loans—all have their ...
Article
Hard Hat Economics: The Economic Cost of Uncertainty
For this issue of Hard Hat Economics blog series, Dr. Anirban Basu uses the Strait of Hormuz uncertainty as a broader indicator of othe...
Article
Hard Hat Economics: Navigating a gloomy construction economy
In this first installment of our Hard Hat Economics blog series, Dr. Anirban Basu provides a broad, high-level "year-in-review" to set ...
Article
Materials management made easy: Introducing Trimble Materials
Tired of material errors causing chaos at the jobsite? Read on to see how Trimble Materials (formerly Structshare) streamlines procurem...
Article
How Proposed Tariff Changes Could Reshape the Construction Industry
New tariffs on steel, aluminum, and lumber could increase costs, disrupt supply chains, and tighten margins across the construction ind...
Article
How a digital construction supply chain can boost your productivity and profits
Digitizing your construction supply chain boosts productivity and profits. It streamlines construction procurement, improves accuracy a...
Article
How to address uncertainty over construction materials shortages
High building costs and shortages are still hurting construction. Labor issues, global events and high demand all contribute to shortag...
Article
What is Trimble Construction One for MEP Contractors?
Trimble Construction One connects estimating, detailing, procurement and project management tools, creating a seamless workflow for MEP...
Article
3 Ways to Optimize Your Construction Supply Chain & Material Procurement Process
Managing your supply chain digitally can eliminate the chaos of disconnected tools and outdated methods. Solutions like Supplier Xchang...