Impact of Emerging Technology on Equipment

Companies are becoming increasingly reliant on emerging technologies. Data centers are increasingly vital to business operations. Complex, digitally controlled, remotely operated machinery is replacing much of the manual operator control equipment. This rapidly evolving technology means new risks for businesses. While the term “equipment” once primarily referred to boilers, today’s equipment is more complex, and is controlled…

3 Ways to Improve Construction Productivity

By raising productivity, construction companies can make better use of resources, build higher-quality structures, and deliver more value to customers. This could, in turn, translate into higher profits and better wages for workers. Given that the construction industry is responsible for building the structures where we live, work, and travel, it is clear that construction’s…

Self-driving Technology Still Has to Drive Past New Hurdles

Self-driving trucks can offer a number of benefits to motor carriers, such as increasing capacity, improving safety and attracting younger drivers. But, even as companies like Ford, Tesla, Google and Uber continue to advance autonomous technology, these vehicles will have to overcome a number of roadblocks before they’re ready for widespread use: Public perception—Advanced sensors…