Subcontractor Labor and Liability
Interview with Ike CaseyHost: Ted Garrison

Subcontractor liability and the challenges of hiring and retaining a sufficient skilled work force are major challenges to the construction industry’s performance. Listen as the Ike Casey, CEO of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC), explains from the subcontractor’s perspective how these issues are impacting the plumbing, heating and cooling contractors and what changes are needed.

The Best Value Approach From The Client's
Perspective
Interview with Nathan ChongHost: Ted Garrison

Nathan Chong provides insight on the benefits of the Best Value Approach from the client’s perspective. Listen how Nathan, the Chief of Facility Life Cycle Management, Division of US Army Medcom, explains his experiences with the Best Value Approach.

Competing On Value
Interview with Thom TisthammerHost: Ted Garrison

Despite the fact that competing on value delivered instead of on price is a more profitable way to conduct business, many contractors are skeptical. Listen to Thom Tisthammer, founder of Wattle and Daub Contractors, explain why he is convinced, despite his initial skepticism, that the best value approach is the best way to conduct business.

Eliminating Contractor Waste
Interview with Dennis Sowards      Host: Ted Garrison

Poor planning and communication causes waste in seven areas: defects, over-production of goods, transportation, waiting, over-processing, motion, and inventory. Listen to Dennis Sowards, principal at Quality Support Services, explain that despite the fact that waste is everywhere in the construction industry, it isn’t inevitable. Learn how to save your company thousands of dollars on every project.