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Sustainable Value

Premier contractors operate on principles that produce sustainable value, consistent quality and high return on investment.  Many lesser-quality contractors skirt the law, limit compensation and eliminate benefits, safety and training programs in order to hit the low cost bid.  How do construction leaders communicate their superior value so owners and developers can avoid the risks and hidden costs associated with second-rate contractors?

Often low price wins the job, but does it deliver best value and return on investment?

The following article was authored by Mark L. Johnson and originally published in AWCI's Construction Dimensions magazine.Some want to complete the fence along the United States–...
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The following article originally appeared in the February newsletter to clients of Kiley Advisors, LLC.  Reprinted with permission.The increasing realization that talented...
The following article originally appeared in the January newsletter to clients of Kiley Advisors, LLC.  Reprinted with permission.The phrase “company culture” appears...
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