ConstructConnect, a leading provider of construction information and technology solutions in North America, announced today the release of its Fall 2018 Forecast and Quarterly Report. The forecast revealed minor revisions to its total construction starts from what was originally estimated last quarter. Read the forecast here. 

ACG Solutions (ACG), and Critical Response Group Inc. (CRG) have announced the two companies have formed a strategic business relationship that will significantly enhance the first responder accuracy benefits of ACG's Synchronized Orchestrated Response (SOR), a combination of networked, integrated technologies designed to save lives, protect property and reduce liability exposure. Learn how the collaboration is working to increase building security in the event of active shooter(s) here. 

The Dodge Momentum Index is a monthly measure of the first (or initial) report for nonresidential building projects in planning, which have been shown to lead construction spending for nonresidential buildings by a full year. Read the details of the July release here. 

The United States Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued a final rule to extend the compliance date for specific ancillary requirements of the general industry beryllium standard to December 12, 2018. Read the details of the standard and what it means for construction here. 

The American Institute of Architects has released the latest Consensus Construction Forecast. Find the projections here. 

The International Code Council (ICC) board of directors established an ad hoc committee to comprehensively explore and assess building safety and security. Building safety is an issue of upmost importance to our families and communities as we tackle outdated facilities, fire safety concerns, active shooters and other emergency situations. Find out what measure the committee is hoping to take to combat school safety hazards here.