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Industry Challenges
9 articles from Engineering & Construction practitioners
The reshoring boom that wasn't: U.S. factory construction keeps falling despite tariff push
New factory construction in the U.S. has fallen steadily since 2024, even as tariffs and political pressure push reshoring commitments.
Construction industry signals mixed: jobs rise, spending splits and labor shortage costs mount
Nonresidential construction added 15,700 jobs in May and job openings rose by 25,000 in April, even as private spending fell and labor costs stayed hidden.
Built from the Dirt Up: Dillan Dumont’s Journey from Bricklayer to Industry Disruptor
With all types of infrastructure across America aging, there has never been more of a need for smarter, less disruptive solutions than now. From trenchless pipe repair to utility innovation, the construction world is shifting and young leaders like Dillan Dumont are stepping into the spotlight. Cities like New York and Chicago are facing…
Future-Proofing Starts Now: Rural Fiber Infrastructure Needs Long-Term Planning
Communities tackling the rural connectivity gap must balance immediate deployment with infrastructure choices that won't become obsolete within years
Related Companies Invests in Applied Digital to Support Data Center Growth
Major real estate investors are betting big on data centers as tech companies race to secure computing power
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
A Domestic U.S. Mining & Rare Metals Supply Chain Still Lacks Industry & Political Support
Political gridlock and industry hesitation threaten America's push toward a self-sufficient critical minerals infrastructure
2024 Aerospace Outlook
The aerospace industry is poised to double in value by 2032, but manufacturers must navigate complex production hurdles first
Driving Automation: Automating Workflows in the Parcel Post and Distribution Fulfillment Industries
Think back to ten years ago when same-day delivery was a rarity; today, nobody bats an eye at its prevalence. Dan VanderAkker, Vice President of Kasa, joined Host Daniel Litwin to explain how workflow automation in the parcel post and distribution fulfillment industries is contributing to this trend. Workflow automation is essential for timely delivery…