Blog
Catch up on all the latest construction tips, news, and updates.
How to Manage Users in Raken
Learn how to add new users and manage roles and permissions in Raken’s construction management software.
The Rising Costs of Disputes in Construction
A 2023 report revealed that the cost of average disputes in North America is rising. Read more to learn about the insights from the report, and how Raken can help.
A Day in the Life of a Construction Superintendent
A superintendent's main responsibility is to ensure the success of the projects they work on, but what exactly does the job look like on a day-to-day basis?
How to Prevent Heat Stress and Heat Stroke in Construction
We’ll teach you how to recognize the risks of heat-related illness and provide links to toolbox talks you can share with employees.
4 Takeaways from the Billd 2023 National Subcontractor Market Report
Construction is one of the nation’s largest industries, without which economic growth and innovation is impossible. In this massive industry, subcontractors are some of the...
New Safety & Quality Features
Brand new safety and quality features are here for our web and mobile app. Proactively identify risks and resolve jobsite issues quickly with managed checklists, observations,...
Quarterly Update: Better Project and Workforce Visibility
Raken continued to gain momentum in the second quarter of 2023 to help companies increase their visibility around project progress and field crews. Take a look at what we’ve...
5 Ways to Improve Construction Quality Management
If your customers aren’t satisfied with the quality of your work, your project's profitability is in jeopardy. Quality errors often lead to costly rework, disputes, and...
How to Become a Subcontractor in Construction
Subcontractors are skilled laborers who handle the day-to-day work of a construction project. Learn how to become a subcontractor and discover how this essential role fits into...
New Camera Upgrades, Ease of Use Improvements, and More
We’ve launched a camera upgrade and several design improvements to help our customers make the most of their field data—while making our top-rated mobile app easier to use than...
10 Incredible Feats in Construction History
Human history has seen a multitude of incredible feats. From Leonardo da Vinci to Nikola Tesla to Steve Jobs, creation and invention are core to the human experience. It sets us...
Schedule of Values (SOV): What You Need To Know
A schedule of values clearly demonstrates all the work and resources applied to a construction project. Learn how to create a schedule of values and use this type of...