News

Construction Industry Outlook 2026: Navigating Uncertainty in a Shifting Market The U.S. construction industry enters 2026 with a split personality. On one hand, demand for data centers, energy infrastructure, and public works continues to surge, providing a floor of activity that many contractors are working hard to capture. On the other, elevated interest rates, tariff-driven material cost uncertainty, tightening immigration enforcement, and softer private-sector investment are putting real pressure on margins and project pipelines. According to the Associated General Contractors of America's 2026 Hiring and Business Outlook, contractor sentiment has "dampened notably" compared to prior years — a stark shift...

Safety First: How U.S. Construction Companies Are Meeting OSHA Standards in 2026 Construction remains one of the most hazardous industries in the United States. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the construction sector consistently accounts for a disproportionate share of fatal workplace injuries each year, with falls, struck-by incidents, electrocutions, and caught-in/between hazards — OSHA's "Fatal Four" — at the top of the list. Yet the industry has also made remarkable safety progress in recent decades, driven by better regulation, improved training programs, and the adoption of new safety technologies. Understanding how leading companies are approaching safety compliance in...

ScanM2: Supporting Contractors with Accurate 3D Site Verification and As-Built Data In construction, performance depends on precision.Before materials are ordered, before crews mobilize, and before prefabricated components are delivered, contractors need one thing above all else: reliable site data. In renovation and retrofit environments, that reliability is often missing. Legacy drawings rarely reflect decades of modifications. Structural shifts, undocumented MEP rerouting, and inconsistent tolerances create uncertainty that surfaces during execution — where it is most expensive. This is where structured digital site verification becomes a performance driver rather than a design tool. Why Contractors Need Verified Geometry Inaccurate site conditions...

Certified Translation Requirements for Canada: IRCC, ECA, and University Submissions   Canada applies a consistent and practical standard to certified translations used for immigration, credential evaluation, and academic purposes. These standards are frequently misunderstood because they differ from both U.S. notarization practices and European sworn translation systems. This document outlines how certified translations are defined and accepted in Canada in 2026. Definition of a certified translation in Canada In Canada, a certified translation is defined by accuracy and certification, not by notarization or the geographic location of the translator. A certified translation must meet all of the following conditions: •...

Pre-Construction in Mexico City: How to Avoid Fraud and Secure Up to 20% Immediate Appreciation Meta Title: Mexico City Pre-Construction Guide: Avoid Fraud & Maximize ROIMeta Description: Thinking about buying pre-construction property in Mexico City? Learn how to avoid scams, protect your investment, and potentially secure 15–20% appreciation before delivery.Primary Keyword: Mexico City pre-construction real estateSecondary Keywords: buy property in Mexico City, CDMX real estate investment, avoid real estate fraud in Mexico, pre-sale property Mexico Why Americans Are Buying Pre-Construction in Mexico City Mexico City (CDMX) has become one of Latin America’s most attractive real estate markets. For U.S. investors,...