2021: The Rollercoaster Year That Changed Construction Forever
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January 28, 2022
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Dan McCarthy, Dodge Construction Network
It’s no secret that across the world, there are supply chain issues. From grocery stores to auto parts, and yes, even construction, sourcing supplies for basic needs is proving more difficult than many have ever experienced. It's clear we need to build serious resiliency into how we source and construct new buildings. Equally important, we urgently need an industry wide initiative to attract, train, and retain new construction professionals if we expect to sustain strong growth at every level.
Collectively, these supply chain issues make the jobs of current construction professionals considerably harder. Coming out of 2020, construction in 2021 largely consisted of playing catch-up.