Tech Brief

The Associated General Contractors of America


December 2010
FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY
By John Nabholz

With the advent of email and cell phones, some level of confusion still seems to be a part of every American building project. As an industry, we continue to see improvements in productivity in all areas of the economy, with the exception of construction. Per government statistics, the construction industry is less productive today than it was just 10 years ago! At the same time, all non-farm industries (including construction) have enjoyed at least a 20% increase in productivity. (US Bureau of Labor Statistics, US Dept of Commerce 1990 – 2001). While communication is just one area where the construction industry can improve, it is a critical requirement to risk management and reducing rework.

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TECH TIPS
These ideas help computer users at all levels navigate through the day more effectively.

Protect Your Laptop Against Theft
Source: www.online-tech-tips.com

It is no secret that in a weakened economy, theft rates – especially for small electronics – rise. Since many computer lovers carry their laptops absolutely everywhere, it makes sense to be especially vigilant in safeguarding these devices.

While there are many paid services offering location tracking for lost or stolen laptops, a free service called LockItTight (www.lockittight.com) is offering this valuable tool for free.

To sign up for the service, click Free Sign Up at the top right of the homepage.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=132625&issueID=24096 to view the full article online.

 
FROM THE IT FORUM
The IT Forum gives AGC members an opportunity to discuss best practices and garner feedback about products and services that increase efficiencies. The following questions and answers were taken from recent forum posts.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=132626&issueID=24096 to view the full article online.

 
FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY
By John Nabholz

With the advent of email and cell phones, some level of confusion still seems to be a part of every American building project. As an industry, we continue to see improvements in productivity in all areas of the economy, with the exception of construction. Per government statistics, the construction industry is less productive today than it was just 10 years ago! At the same time, all non-farm industries (including construction) have enjoyed at least a 20% increase in productivity. (US Bureau of Labor Statistics, US Dept of Commerce 1990 – 2001). While communication is just one area where the construction industry can improve, it is a critical requirement to risk management and reducing rework.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=132623&issueID=24096 to view the full article online.

 
TECH TIPS
These ideas help computer users at all levels navigate through the day more effectively.

Protect Your Laptop Against Theft
Source: www.online-tech-tips.com

It is no secret that in a weakened economy, theft rates – especially for small electronics – rise. Since many computer lovers carry their laptops absolutely everywhere, it makes sense to be especially vigilant in safeguarding these devices.

While there are many paid services offering location tracking for lost or stolen laptops, a free service called LockItTight (www.lockittight.com) is offering this valuable tool for free.

To sign up for the service, click Free Sign Up at the top right of the homepage.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=132625&issueID=24096 to view the full article online.

 
FROM THE IT FORUM
The IT Forum gives AGC members an opportunity to discuss best practices and garner feedback about products and services that increase efficiencies. The following questions and answers were taken from recent forum posts.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=132626&issueID=24096 to view the full article online.

 
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