Tools and Advice For Construction Pros 

This week's Super Six media stories and blog posts focuses on tools and advice for construction professionals to run their businesses in a smart, efficient manner.

• Sure, companies like Netflix have mastered the cloud, but what about more traditional industries like construction? Help is on the way, according to an article in Forbes about a document management platform developed specifically for the construction industry by ARC Document Solutions.
  
  
• The Galaxy Muddy Buddy is a prime example of the growing specialization in skid steer tires. Domenic Mazzola, vice president of product development discusses the latest trends in skid steer tires in the latest issue of Modern Tire Dealer magazine.
  
  
• Equipment World reports on self-described "nerd" Isaac Barlow, a contractor who has developed a digital time sheet app for iPhone and Android users that seeks to largely automate a seemingly small task that often amounts to a big headache for a lot of contractors.
  
  
• Manufacturers of heavy equipment and accessories love to give prospects a test drive but are hampered by logistics since their equipment is so heavy. Caterpillar Creative Director Archie Lyons explains in a video how Caterpillar is using a very creative approach to help solve this problem.
  
  
• Construction Equipment magazine reports on a free app developed by software company Getable that streamlines the process for renting equipment. According to the American Rental Association, 50% of construction equipment is rented.
  
  
• Finally, a great blog post from our own Bruce Besancon (Vice President of marketing) on getting the most value from your used heavy equipment. His tips for farm equipment are certainly relevant for any construction equipment that rides on tires.

We hope these articles provide you information and inspiration to use the latest technologies and best practices to grow your construction business.