Contents
Issue 1 2019
One of the largest construction companies in southern
Alberta started with a single non-hydraulic backhoe
By Jim Timlick
PLUS
17 It’s 2019, and Smart Construction is the New Normal
Contractors are using Smart Construction to win
bids and become more profitable with upwards of
20 per cent improvement in productivity
By Mike Brown, P.Eng., SMS Equipment
21 High-trust Workplaces Promote Employee Well-being
Demonstrated commitment from leaders is needed make this a part
of an organization’s culture
By Graham Lowe, PhD
27 Breach Notification Rules under PIPA
31 Mobile Payment Technology for the Construction Industry
All you need to accept on-site payments is a smartphone
By Samuel Mulligan, Mobeewave
The magazine of the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association 1 2019
SMART
CONSTRUCTION
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In This Issue
• Tollestrup Construction
• High-trust Workplaces
• Mobile Payment Technology
DEPARTMENTS
2 ARHCA Events
5 CEO’s Message
FEATURED ARHCA MEMBER
10 Tollestrup Construction
By Kelsey M. Yakimoski
On the Cover
Smart Construction is an
integrated program that supports
the improvement of worksite
performance through the application
of technology. In a time when
margins are squeezed, contractors are
using Smart Construction to become
more profitable, gain market share,
and win bids. Turn to page 17 to
read more.
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Cover photo: SMS Equipment
Above: Tollestrup Construction
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