While all builders are trying to become leaner, more innovative and customer focused to impact the bottom line, we should not forget about reaching…

Measure twice and cut once. I think that is probably the first thing I ever learnt in construction and I learnt it as a kid listening to my Dad and…

In the wake of Steve Jobs retirement announcement as CEO, Apple shares fell by 5%. For most people Apple is Steve Jobs, so that’s not a surprise. He…

The New York Times today has more information on what the Obama administration is considering to stimulate the housing industry (and hence the…

Todd Hallett and I are working with a fantastic smaller builder in California this week. They really “get it” and are very open to input from all of…

As I sit on a plane bound for Fresno I am procrastinating. I know I have to put together this week’s blog but there are a few things to handle first…

From Cargill to Caterpillar, from Motorola and Boeing to Ritz Carlton they all use the Baldrige Criteria to successfully drive performance excellence…

We all know the job market continues to be lousy more than two years after the recession officially ended. There's a variety of reasons for this. The…

The Washington Post is reporting this morning that President Obama's jobs program will include amongst its many proposals more relief for struggling…

Photo: Ply Gem Windows’ Builder Series Pocket Door can span up to 12 feet and is just $400 for the base model.             If you missed the results…