Pat Kiley points out the positive elements of the current economy in Texas, in spite of the current downturn in the oil and gas industry.
Reshaping the Industry
Three actions are necessary to build a thriving, profitable and durable construction industry:
- Acceptance. Recognize current situations and challenges and accept they are real.
- Leadership. Embrace core values and principles as innovators and leaders.
- Solutions. Collaborate among owners, contractors and workforce for solutions.
Emily Pfeiffer of Construction Dive recently reported on 10 trends that are impacting construction today.
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