"An investment in knowledge pays the best interest." — Benjamin Franklin
At AGC of Washington, we strongly believe that education is the key to providing a better, safer, and more effective construction workforce and industry. The AGC Education... (Read More)
It seems every month there's a major cyberattack that makes the headlines. Do you have a plan to get in front of potential threats? As the construction industry (and the business world at large) becomes more dependant on internet-connected solutions... (Read More)
Call it a perfect storm of factors: Intense workloads, tight deadlines, long hours, supply chain challenges, financial concerns, and isolation are putting a great deal of stress and strain on workers in the construction industry. And to make matters... (Read More)
A bipartisan group of legislators, known as The Tax Structure Work Group (TSWG), has joined forces to find ways to improve Washington's tax structure. TSWG held a series of public town halls during September and October to ask for community... (Read More)
The new year is right around the corner, and that means it's time to look toward the future. As 5G expands and internet connectivity increases, a growing number of construction companies are relying on high-tech devices to get things done... (Read More)
The construction industry has definitely had more than its share of significant challenges over the past year due to the global pandemic. Aggravated by the COVID-19 outbreak, two major challenges remain as we head into 2022. Labor and supply... (Read More)
On Nov. 5, The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released its Emergency Temporary Standard regarding COVID-19 vaccination. Under the new standard, large businesses that employ 100 or more employees are required to support COVID-19... (Read More)
Many people use YouTube to catch up on current events or wind down after a long day at the office. But the platform is also an invaluable resource. If you want to enhance your professional skills and knowledge, there are plenty of channels dedicated... (Read More)
The year is quickly coming to a close, and here in the Pacific Northwest, that means lots of rain, and at certain elevations, snow and ice. If you've worked in construction for any period of time, you probably know how to navigate the winter months... (Read More)