In a world primarily focused on funding announcements, valuations and investor optics, the “big picture” of building a truly ...

Simply put, lean is the practice of creating more value with fewer resources. The concept is inspired by the Japanese management theory from Toyota, where lean concepts are designed to improve and ...

The #1 visual guide to building construction principles, updated with the latest materials, methods, and systems For over four decades, Building Construction Illustrated has been the leading visual ...

And here’s my take on it. Great talent doesn’t just want more money, even if it’s a major factor in their decision. They don’t want more perks, either. They want to enjoy what they do. They want to ...

MAKE IT VISIBLE: 95% of HVAC work is invisible to a homeowner, meaning trust-building should be a top priority for contractors. (Courtesy of Nikola Stojadinovic / E+ via Getty Images) July 29, 2025 ...

Coding is the new literacy — for years, people have been calling programming the X-factor that guarantees future success. It’s no surprise there is a widespread perception in the startup world that ...

The extraordinary global and oftentimes anxious environment most of us have been living and breathing for the past two and a half years is pushing people to rethink their priorities, both personally ...

The HVAC industry is supposed to provide comfort, economy, and longevity with all the systems installed. What about a change in plans without notifying the HVAC contractor? Contractors are sometimes ...

Suzanne Wilkinson receives funding from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and the Building Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ). She consults with buildbackbetter.co.nz ...