How to Combat Inflation and Uncertainty Using Digital Tools

2023-03-28 17:51:37

 



The cost of everyday essentials, including food, fuel, office supplies, and rent, has skyrocketed due to inflation. This, coupled with broken links in the supply chain and volatile construction material pricing, has added significant pressure to the construction industry. The industry must find ways to overcome these financial hurdles to succeed in the year ahead.

 

The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates to combat inflation, which is forcing significant budget cuts and halting projects. Construction material prices have risen 16% from a year ago and 41% since the start of the pandemic, with steel costs soaring over 200% at one point. Fuel prices have also steadily escalated, with diesel costs rising 33% in only five weeks in 2022.

 

Inflation creates complications in cash flow and project timelines, making it particularly difficult for contractors and subcontractors who must procure materials in advance and pay for them before being paid for the job. The $1.2 trillion infrastructure act has exacerbated challenges by increasing demand for scarce materials.

 

Asphalt is a crucial component of building livable communities, and demand for this critical material will continue to rise due to major projects funded by the infrastructure act. General contractors and subcontractors must leverage innovative preconstruction technology to find and win these projects and improve planning, increase efficiency, and collaborate more easily.

 

Nearly 40% of specialty contractors still primarily use outdated methods, such as spreadsheets and paper-based processes. However, prioritizing innovative construction planning and management technology can help contractors and subcontractors save money, maximize efficiencies, and mitigate the adverse effects of inflation. By doing so, they can improve critical business functions, strengthen collaboration, and be better prepared for the challenges of 2023.






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