Integrated Workforce Programs for Recruiting and Retaining the Next Generation of Construction Professionals

AI can draft a checklist, but it can’t run a concrete pour. That reality sits at the center of the McCarthy Building Companies workforce development strategy: Create a people-first system that attracts talent early, develops field leaders deliberately and makes promotions stick, without forgetting that recognition, safety and family also matter as much as training […]

Dry Data: Zero-Water Data Center Design

Microsoft is rolling out next-generation data center designs that use zero water for cooling, marking a major step toward more sustainable cloud infrastructure as AI workloads grow. Beginning in August 2024, the company adopted chip-level, closed-loop liquid cooling systems that recycle water within the facility rather than evaporating it for heat removal. The approach can […]

A New Vision for Safety: Construction Safety Week’s Five-Year Plan

Construction Safety Week has long been a powerful show of force—a catalyst for bringing the industry together and focusing on the critical importance of health and safety. Over the last decade, we’ve made meaningful strides: advancing best practices, transitioning from hard hats to helmets, shedding light on vital issues such as mental health, fostering a […]