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How Will Tariffs Affect My Construction Business?

Learn how to prepare your construction business for potential rising costs due to new tariffs on steel, aluminum, and other imported materials.

5 Reasons Why Employees Don’t Take Safety Seriously

Explore some of the reasons why workers don't always follow best safety practices on the jobsite.

What is an RFI in Construction? A Contractor's Guide

Learn how to write and submit an RFI in construction.

How to Capture Incidents

Learn how to document incident and report yearly injury and illness data to OSHA using Raken’s streamlined web and mobile app.

New: Submit Injury and Illness Data to OSHA with a Click

Now you can submit your yearly work-related injury and illness data directly to OSHA right in Raken.

Why Digital Tools Matter in Construction

In a competitive industry, construction companies need the right tools to succeed. When you employ digital solutions, the likelihood of success skyrockets.

5 Construction Projects That Are Shaping the Future

We’re looking ahead at some innovative and important new construction projects from across the U.S.

Dealing with Difficult Customers in Construction

Learn how to manage client expectations and build trust with clear communication.

5 Ways to Celebrate Women in Construction Week

March 2-8 is Women in Construction Week! Learn how to honor the spirit of this event all year long. What is Women in Construction Week? Women in Construction Week is an annual...

How to Update Project Status

Learn how to designate whether a project is active, inactive, or deleted in Raken’s web app. Update a project’s status Selecting the right status for each project helps you stay...

Best Sustainable Building Materials

Learn about the most common sustainable construction materials and how they reduce the negative impact a construction project has on the environment.

5 Biggest Mistakes Construction Companies Make

Check out the five most common mistakes that GCs and subcontractors encounter during the course of a project.