When it comes to booking travel and hotel stays, the economic outlook can be telling. Following the 2008 global recession, hotel occupancy rates in 2009 dropped to 54.6%, their lowest levels in over 35 years. Since then the number of U.S. travelers has steadily increased year-over-year, with 2017 having the highest rates of hotel occupancy …
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When convenience is the ultimate goal, mixed-use developments can deliver – and in a big way. With 33% of the American population living in a walkable, mixed-use neighborhood, it is no wonder that this trend is taking off and expected to continue. These types of developments offer residents the ability to access the work opportunities, …
With more than 1 million restaurants in the United States, restaurant-goers’ options are virtually endless. The key to attracting foot traffic largely comes down to where restaurants are placed in relation to where potential customers work, live, or play. With restaurant revenues expected to top $270 billion in 2018, strategically locating a new restaurant in …
Managing inventory with ever-changing consumer trends can be both time-consuming and costly for companies. With retail stores constantly looking for a way to outpace their online counterparts, finding creative ways to store, track, and purchase inventory has become a must. As a matter of fact, in 2018, the warehouse trends are expected to continue to …
The number of ADA lawsuits against businesses has nearly tripled since 2013. And, by all accounts, this startling trend is on pace to continue. As a quick refresher, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, more commonly known as the ADA, was a landmark law that outlawed discrimination in employment, housing, or other areas on …
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College campuses are often small cities in and of themselves. With many amenities located within walking distance for students, the same convenience often doesn’t extend when family comes to visit. As most hotel accommodations are located well outside of the campus, or offer limited options, families are forced to stay outside of the local area, …
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In today’s job market, finding a well-paying job that pays well and does not require a college degree can be hard to come by. As more and more Millennials are opting out of expensive college education and looking for alternative careers, the construction industry quickly is becoming a viable option. Though hard hit during the …
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When it comes to producing the highest level of service and craftsmanship your customers deserve, having expert planning and coordination skills are mission-critical. The experienced general contractors and construction managers at The Beam Team recommend implementing the following systems and procedures to ensure that your workload is seamlessly managed and you are consistently able to …
When it comes to economics, the supply and demand principle rules the world. With a smaller number of skilled tradesmen entering the workforce each year, the cost of construction services is inevitably expected to increase. In fact, according to educational consultants at EAB, for every five tradesmen that retire, only one new tradesperson enters to …
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It can be a balancing act to upgrade your hotel space while still allowing guests to check in. Managing how to schedule work and the foot traffic from guests and construction workers can be key in keeping hotel operation interruptions to a minimum. If interior remodeling is needed following unexpected damage after a weather-related event …
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