How Recycling Can Help Construction Businesses Grow
If you want to keep your job sites clean and save money in the process, it's time to start recycling today!
OnTraccr Blog
Articles written by the OnTraccr team to help you take your construction business to the next level.
Syed Ahmed
- Nov 17
- 6 min
A Step-by-Step Guide to Introducing Construction Analytics
One of the biggest areas of improvement needed in construction is data sophistication. Here are 3 steps to start your data journey today!
Jas Nijjar
- Oct 14
- 7 min
Toolbox Safety Talks - 10 Topics You Should Be Discussing
If you want your employees and job sites safe, you have to take the initiative and hold regular safety meetings.
Jas Nijjar
- Oct 6
- 8 min
How to Choose the Right Project: A Step-by-Step Guide
Choosing the right project is essential for any construction business. With this guide, you'll ensure your selection process is effective.
Jas Nijjar
- Sep 23
- 4 min
The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Construction
By understanding and managing emotions, construction professionals can effectively communicate, resolve conflict, and make sound decisions.
Jas Nijjar
- Jun 23
- 6 min
6 Ways to Fight a Recession in Construction
Over 2 million construction jobs were lost in the last recession. With another recession looming, now is the time to prepare for survival.
Syed Ahmed
- Jun 1
- 6 min
4 Ways to Improve Your Marketing Efforts | Construction Marketing
Without effective ways to market your construction business, you could be blocking growth. Here are 4 easy ways to improve your marketing.
Jas Nijjar
- May 26
- 6 min
4 Key Strategies Used by Successful Construction Project Managers
Construction PMs must be very strategic in terms of how they manage several moving parts at once, each with their own unique challenges.
Jas Nijjar
- Apr 22
- 6 min
2 Essential Construction Management Trackers You Should Be Using Today | Kanban in Construction
Kanban boards are a new concept for most construction businesses, yet the benefits are significant. Here are 2 examples to get started today
Jas Nijjar
- Feb 11
- 5 min
6 Essential KPIs for Service Contractors
Here are six service-specific KPIs every contractor who dabbles in service work should be aware of.
Kevin Dass
- Feb 4
- 3 min
Prefab in a Nutshell
The rise of prefab has led to an explosion of new building innovation methods, but what is prefab exactly?
Kevin Dass
- Jan 12
- 3 min
Understanding the Construction Labour Shortage | Where Do We Go From Here?
The industry is struggling to bridge the gap between demand for projects and a shortage of skilled labour needed to bring projects to life.
Kevin Dass
- Dec 8, 2021
- 4 min
Late Payments in Construction | How Did We Get Here and How Can We Solve This Problem?
The squeezing of subcontractors and suppliers is accepted practice within the industry, and intervals between payments continue to increase.
Jas Nijjar
- Nov 9, 2021
- 6 min
The Operational Difference Between Small and Large Contractors
Depending on the size of the team, contractors can take very different approaches to how they operate and manage projects.
Jas Nijjar
- Oct 22, 2021
- 5 min
When Is Construction Insurance Necessary?
Insurance is expensive, and it often gets you thinking - is this really something I need or can I get away without it?
Jas Nijjar
- Oct 14, 2021
- 4 min
Dealing With Rising Insurance Costs in Construction
Of the many post-pandemic challenges contractors continue to face, rising insurance costs are becoming increasingly difficult to manage.
Jas Nijjar
- Sep 2, 2021
- 5 min
Tips on Managing Rising Material Costs in Construction
The construction industry typically faces increases in material costs. Discover some creative ways to combat this challenge.
Gabriel Suessenbacher-Fu
- Aug 24, 2021
- 5 min
Smart Construction Sites | What the Present and the Future Holds for Technology on the Job Site
Technology is taking over the construction industry and smart construction sites are the future.
Gabriel Suessenbacher-Fu
- Aug 12, 2021
- 5 min
3 Key Areas an Ideal Construction Digital Transformation Strategy Should Address Clearly
Having a construction digital transformation strategy is very important in today's digital age. There are three key points.
Jerry Morales
- Aug 6, 2021
- 5 min
Construction Estimating - 4 Tips on How to Setup a Project Estimate For Success
Estimating any project can be a very detailed and cumbersome task. Here are 4 tips on how to set up a project estimate for success.
