Acquisition

Procore acquires DroneDeploy for $845M, giving construction teams a direct line from drone data to project management

Procore's $845M acquisition of DroneDeploy folds reality capture directly into construction project management, cutting the workflow gap between site data and d

Global M&A hits $2.8 trillion in H1 2026, with mega-deals and AI infrastructure driving a concentrated surge

Global deal value reached $2.8 trillion in H1 2026, up 48% year-on-year, as mega-deals, AI infrastructure spending, and corporate divestitures reshape industria

Global M&A hits $2.8 trillion in H1 2026, and industrial manufacturing is leading the strategic land grab

Mega-deals above $10 billion now account for nearly 50% of global deal volume, an all-time record, as AI infrastructure and grid modernization concentrate capital

MasTec acquires Superior Group for $1.65B as grid buildout drives contractor consolidation

MasTec's $1.65B all-cash deal for Superior Group adds specialized electrical crews and equipment to its utility portfolio ahead of federal clean energy awards.

May CRE sales hit $42B as M&A activity surges 205%

Commercial real estate sales reached $42B in May 2026, driven by a dramatic 205% jump in merger and acquisition deal volume.

The Secret to Smarter Hiring: Tapping Fractional Executives for the Right Expertise, Right When You Need It

The rise of the “fractional” executive—leaders who lend their expertise to multiple organizations on a part-time or project basis—marks a major shift in how top talent engages with growing companies. As businesses seek agility without sacrificing expertise, fractional roles are becoming a powerful alternative to full-time hires. In fact, a report found that temporary business…

Scale Smarter in HVAC: Balancing Growth with Employee Engagement

The HVAC industry is undergoing significant growth, driven by increased suburban migration and a surge in home renovations requiring system upgrades. The U.S. HVAC market is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4% from 2025 to 2030. As businesses scale to meet this demand, balancing expansion with retaining strong…

DCS and IMI Unite for a Stronger Future

Two operations leaders explain how combining their expertise creates competitive advantages in material handling and conveyor manufacturing

Digital Marketing for the HVAC industry: Why Online Presence is the Key to Business Growth

HVAC contractors risk losing customers to competitors who master online visibility and reputation management in an increasingly digital marketplace

Viessmann Generations Group completes acquisition of KPS Global

The acquisition strengthens a leading custom enclosure provider's ability to serve mission-critical industries with enhanced resources and global reach

The Future of Supply Chain Consulting: The Vision Behind the Waller Associates Acquisition

Strategic consolidation in supply chain consulting signals a shift toward integrated solutions that combine expert guidance with hands-on operational capabiliti

On the Conveyor Belt of Progress: What is in Store for DCS in 2024

Strategic acquisitions and technology integrations position this material handling leader to reshape logistics efficiency standards in 2024

The Heico Companies Acquires Insight Vision From Alliance Technology

A manufacturing equipment specialist expands its portfolio by acquiring a leader in advanced sewer inspection technology

Closing the Skills Gap with Earn and Learn Programs: A New Era in Workforce Training

Employers are turning to earn-while-you-learn models to fill critical workforce gaps without requiring traditional degrees

The Life of a Start-Up: VOMO

Building lasting relationships with investors and team members becomes the difference between joining the small fraction of entrepreneurs who actually survive t