Goodbye 2018 and hello 2019! Read a few predictions by industry experts, economists and researchers that are expected to dominate the commercial real estate market this year. Industrial Boom to Continue Industrial real estate soared to new heights in 2018 and is expected to continue due to high demand from e-Commerce companies. Logistics properties of […]
Winter weather can present health and safety hazards to workers, visitors and other occupants of the spaces you manage. Encouraging a few healthy habits, knowing the signs of poor health and ensuring preventative safety precautions are in place can help your facility remain accident-free throughout the season. Encourage Appropriate Winter Dress Code When the temperature drops […]
Multiple studies have found a distinct connection between the office environment and employee productivity. A well-designed office can increase a team’s overall productivity by about 20% and a company’s most productive employees can increase its yearly profit by $5,000. However, the average cost of unfocused and disengaged employees can reach $450-550 billion yearly. A modern office space […]
Mid-America Contractors was recently placed on the Kansas City Business Journal’s List of Top Area Women-Owned Businesses. MAC ranked #17 out of 25 based on a combination of several factors: revenue, number of full-time employees, number of female employees and percent of female ownership. Marilyn Coughlin, President, is the majority owner of the company and […]
We often think of doing many home improvement projects during the spring and summer especially exterior improvements. Painting, siding, windows and landscaping projects rule supreme during the warmer temperatures. But what can you do when the mercury drops? Winter is a great time to finish your basement for several reasons. Increased Contractor Availability It is a […]
Retail has been around for a very long time and there are many ways to design your space. Each company is unique and often has unique design needs. However, there are some common design strategies that all retailers can use to increase sales. From telling your brand’s story to creating perfect experiences, when it comes to retail, it’s […]
The leaves are changing and the weather is cool and crisp. It’s time to prepare your office facilities for winter. For property and facility managers, this means adjusting and upgrading many areas of the office, including the exterior of the building and the surrounding property. Here are some ways you can ensure the comfort and safety […]
Voting is now underway for the second division of this year’s Coolest Office Spaces contest in the Kansas City Business Journal. MAC constructed 2 of these projects that are up for the award: Outreach International and the Cushman & Wakefield office. What gets an office nominated for this award? Several factors comprise a cool office […]
September is national Emergency Preparedness month. Along with other important duties, every property manager should consider having a well thought out emergency plan. Ideally, it will never need to be used. However, being prepared is always important. Plan Components If an emergency does strike, having a solid response plan can save lives in addition to […]
Autumn is upon us and soon the cold winter weather will follow. It is important to keep workers comfortable in a cold warehouse so that productivity is not affected. To avoid the sting of winter weather in your warehouse, MAC has provided a few tips to help keep everyone in the warehouse warm! Keep a […]
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