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News, trends, and analysis of the trades and services industry, including regulations and market data.
The AI Paradox: Data Shows Automation Is Boosting Demand for Skilled Trade Jobs
Contrary to fears of displacement, the AI boom is creating a surge in demand for skilled trade workers. A detailed data analysis shows why the people who build the physical world are more valuable than ever in the digital age.
Beyond the Buzz: How Sustainable Materials Demand is Redefining Construction
The global construction industry is undergoing a fundamental shift, driven by rapidly growing demand for sustainable materials. This transformation is reshaping supply chains, regulatory frameworks, and professional practices, making adherence to evolving standards paramount for competitiveness.
Beyond the Hype: Data Center Chip Market Trends and Growth Outlook to 2034
A new report identifies over $37 billion in immediate opportunities, signaling a massive expansion. The data center chip market is on the cusp of unprecedented growth, fundamentally reshaping global technology infrastructure.
Beyond NVIDIA: Sizing Up the Global Data Center Chips Market to 2034
The global data center chips market is set for substantial growth through 2034, fueled by AI and cloud computing. Discover the varying market projections, key technological drivers, and regional influences.
Data Center Chip Market Trends Show NVIDIA Dominance Amid Investor Shifts
The data center chip market in 2026 is being reshaped by NVIDIA's dominance and a significant rotation in investor sentiment, even as demand for physical infrastructure continues to surge.
AI agent speeds PLC programming, but engineers still manage its work
At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2026 in China, Siemens unveiled its Eigen Engineering Agent.
Top 4 Best Construction Management Software Options for 2026
Only 16% of construction businesses achieve advanced digital capability, despite 50% using cloud software and nearly as many leveraging AI.
7 Emerging Construction Tech for Project Management
A construction takeoff that once took days can now be completed in mere seconds by AI, fundamentally altering the pace of project planning.
Meta's $115M Academy Fights Skilled Trades Gap With New Training
In just seven days, Meta's Level-Up fiber installation training program received 35,000 applications.
Trades and service pros are key to local development resilience.
In one mid-sized American city, the average age of a licensed plumber is 58, and only 3% of high school graduates enter vocational training programs, creating a looming crisis for essential urban infr
Apprenticeships Address Skilled Trades Labor Shortage
CBRE and Meta are launching a multiyear initiative called LevelUp to recruit and train thousands of fiber technicians for U.
The REPAIR Act Is Here: Why the Right to Repair Is an Inevitable and Necessary Shift
The Right to Repair movement is gaining undeniable momentum with the introduction of the federal REPAIR Act. This legislation aims to rebalance power, granting consumers and independent shops fair access to parts, tools, and service information.
Stop Admiring the Skills Gap: Why Investing in Vocational Training Is Our Only Way Out
The US faces a critical skilled trades shortage, threatening our economy. Aggressive investment in vocational training programs is no longer an option but an economic imperative to address this crisis.
Manufacturer Gatekeeping Must End: The Case for a Universal Right to Repair
The universal 'Right to Repair' movement advocates for ownership, safety, and economic fairness by challenging manufacturers' monopolies over product maintenance. This crucial legislation empowers consumers and independent repair professionals, fostering a more sustainable and competitive market.
Vocational Training Is Not Just an Option; It's the Only Viable Fix for the Skilled Trades Gap
The skilled trades gap is a critical issue impacting infrastructure and economic growth. Vocational training offers the only viable solution by providing hands-on experience and fostering a culture of safety and precision.
AI Integration in Equipment Finance for Trades Surges Despite Adoption Hurdles
New AI-powered platforms enable tradespeople to secure equipment financing in under 24 hours, a process that traditionally took weeks, according to Fintech Today.
Foundation Laid for South India's First ISM Semiconductor Facility
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually laid the foundation stone for South India's first ISM-approved semiconductor plant in Visakhapatnam.
Key trends reshape global capability centers in 2026
In the first half of calendar year 2026, Global Capability Centers (GCCs) hired between 13,000 to 17,000 Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) roles, according to ETCFO .
Lowe's Foundation invests $250 million in skilled trades training programs
The Lowe's Foundation plans to invest a quarter-billion dollars to train 250,000 skilled tradespeople by 2035, according to Lowe's Foundation .
Data centers offer flexibility for 'speed to power'
AI data centers, despite immense power demands, can offer 18% to 55% flexibility in consumption without compromising service quality, Utility Dive reports.
Walmart opens Atlanta skilled trades training hub
Walmart now offers some internally trained technicians a pay range up to $51 per hour, a significant boost from typical retail wages.
5 Proven Strategies to Sell Your Bergen County Home Faster with BergenRealEstate.com's Expert Agents
Selling a Bergen County home quickly and profitably requires a modern, data-driven strategy beyond traditional listing methods. BergenRealEstate.com's expert agents utilize five core strategies, merging local intelligence with sophisticated tools to achieve landmark sales.
How Prelion Systems' Construction Safety Platform Solves Your Top 3 OSHA Fine Risks
Prelion Systems offers a purpose-built construction safety platform designed from field experience to tackle the top three costly OSHA violations: Fall Protection, Lockout/Tagout, and Hazard Communication and Training. It provides a proactive, digital solution to manage critical risks and avoid significant fines, moving beyond generic software to protect workers effectively.
McCarthy and Palantir Forge AI Partnership to Revolutionize Construction
McCarthy Building Companies, founded in 1864, is building an AI operating system called 'Pulse' with Palantir Technologies.
Fisk Electric lands $48M data center manufacturing job
Fisk Electric Company, a Tutor Perini subsidiary, secured a $48 million electrical project for an advanced manufacturing and data center infrastructure facility in Houston, TX, Stocktitan reported.
Judge Halts Google Data Center Project in Minnesota
A proposed 482-acre Google data center campus in Pine Island, Minnesota, intended to be powered by 1,900 megawatts of new clean energy, has been abruptly halted.
US steel imports drop 30% as tariffs impact global trade
Steel imports into the United States plummeted by nearly 30% year-to-date in 2026, a direct consequence of ongoing Section 232 tariffs.
Construction Execs See Strong Data Center Boom Ahead
At Jacobs, data centers' share of business doubled year over year, now accounting for 3-4% of its total revenue, according to Construction Dive .
Here's How to Avoid The Most Overlooked Funeral Planning Mistake with Brater Winter Funeral Home
The most overlooked funeral planning mistake is not pre-planning end-of-life wishes, leading to stress and conflict for grieving families. Brater Winter Funeral Home guides families through pre-planning to ensure harmony and honor legacies, offering various options beyond traditional funerals, including personalized cremation services.
Brad Sugars on the Surprising Reason Most Business Owners Fail (And How to Avoid It)
Brad Sugars explains that most business owners fail because they get stuck in the 'technician's trap,' operating as indispensable employees rather than entrepreneurs. This prevents scaling and wealth creation, essentially turning their business into a job.