Social Media Summit Survey Results

Social Media in Construction – 2019 Survey Results

The Construction Marketing Association conducted a national survey to identify the effectiveness of different social media approaches of architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals. To better understand social media usage and trends in the Architectural, Engineering and Construction (A/E/C) industry we asked the following questions: Do you employ social media in your marketing program? If yes, do you manage social…
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Marketing Agency Selection Guide

Marketing Agency Selection Guide

A complete how-to guide for construction marketers in need of identifying and selecting a new marketing, advertising, creative, promotion, public relations, or digital agency.  No question, choosing an agency partner is a critical decision. This Marketing Agency Selection Guide will help improve the process by defining the reasons for hiring or firing an agency, along with details on eleven (11) types of…
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Construction Lead Generation – The Definitive Guide

The new and improved Construction Lead Generation Guide will share the results of our most recent Lead Generation Survey. Importantly, the guide details the current state of the top two services: Dodge Data & Analytics, and ConstructConnect. Next, the guide identifies several other construction lead sources that tend to specialize in regions, type of construction project or service offerings. Finally, other…
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Social Media Construction

Social Media in Construction Webcast and Survey

A webcast and survey regarding social media marketing usage and best practices in the construction industry is announced by the Construction Marketing Association (CMA). The complimentary Social Media Summit – Construction – Webcast is scheduled for Thursday, October 10, 2019 (1 pm CST). Webcast panelist include Kevin Enke, Digital Technology Manager, KLEIN TOOLS, will share social media examples, and commentary….
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Construction Lead Services

Construction Lead Services – Comparison of Dodge and ConstructConnect

A few years back we took a look at the two largest construction lead services serving the commercial construction market: Dodge Data & Analytics and ConstructConnect. Since then, the companies have undergone ownership changes, wrapped their lead generation services in a wide variety of additional services, and purchased other vendors to round out their platforms. Stating it most simply, the biggest change…
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Software Technology for Construction Firms

Software technology is evolving rapidly and construction firms are embracing Cloud Adoption, Accounting/Finance, CRM and mobile technologies. A recent study by the Business Software Education Center identified planned investment and implementation of key technologies among construction and other executives in North America. The C-Suite Software Sentiment Study was recently conducted (May 2019) and surveyed over 500 executives in construction and other…
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4 Tips for Hiring a Reputable Plumbing Contractor

Plumbing contractors are the professionals that are trained to assemble, install and repair water pipes. They are also called upon when the toilet or the entire sewerage system is not functioning as usual. While hiring a plumbing contractor can help in salvaging your home from a water crisis, it can also worsen a situation. As a matter of fact, hiring…
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Digital Marketing Transformation for Construction

Digital Marketing Transformation in the Construction Industry

Digital marketing transformation is a red-hot business trend. Construction Marketing Association Chairman Neil M. Brown recently authored an article on the subject for Construction Business Owner Magazine, July 2019 Edition. WHAT IS DIGITAL MARKETING TRANSFORMATION? Without question, digital transformation is a mega business trend. The hallmark of the digital transformation movement is the adoption or use of technology to change…
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What You Should Do If You Need Emergency Plumbing

A plumbing emergency is an inevitable crisis for every homeowner. You might leave the house clean and dry only to come back to a flooded house or wake up to a clogged sink just before you do your dishes. Either situation can be challenging to overcome alone. Typical emergencies include water and gas leaks, clogged drains, toilets or damaged fixtures….
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Construction Marketing Strategies That Won’t Demolish Your Budget

If you hope to expand the client base for your construction company, excellent marketing is essential. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be expensive. Several time-tested strategies won’t strain your budget. Here are seven smart, cost-effective ideas for maximizing your marketing reach. 1. Leverage Search Engine Optimization In today’s world, people turn to the internet when they want information. That makes…
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