By John Yeung, Vice President, Beacon Consulting Group, Inc. Whether you’re new to the construction industry, a professional from a related field (surety claims, insurance, law, or finance), or an owner looking to better understand your project, this glossary breaks down over 50 of the most commonly used — and sometimes misunderstood — construction terms. From contracts to job-site lingo, this is your go-to cheat sheet...
Happy Memorial Day Weekend! 🎉 As we celebrate Memorial Day this weekend, let’s honor and remember the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and dedication are an inspiration, and we are forever grateful for their service. From all of us at Beacon Consulting Group, I hope your weekend is filled with fun, relaxation, and everything you enjoy most!
The construction industry is experiencing a technological revolution, and robotics is at the forefront of this transformation. From automated bricklaying to robotic arms assembling prefabricated structures, innovative machines are improving efficiency, reducing labor shortages, and enhancing safety on job sites. In this article, we explore how robotics is already shaping construction and what advancements we can expect in the near future...
From everyone here at Beacon Consulting Group, Inc.
Happy Holidays!
Best Wishes for the Holiday Season,
Dennis O'Neill &
The Beacon Consulting Team
New York City's St. Patrick's Day parade can attract up to 2 million people (counting parade participants and spectators). It is not only the biggest St. Patrick’s Day parade in the U.S., it’s the biggest in the world! However, there are also some other cities across the U.S. (and around the world) where St. Patrick's Day celebrations and parades attract thousands to hundreds of thousands of participants and spectators. Click below for a summary of some of the biggest St. Patrick’s Day parades happening in 2024 (and related festivities), across the U.S. and globally...
In early February, Dennis O'Neill and friends participated in the 15th Annual New England Pond Hockey Classic. The Beacon Bears traveled to Central New Hampshire to compete in the 3-day pond hockey tournament held on Lake Waukewan. Once again, the Bears participated in the “TWIG Recreational Division” where each team has a maximum roster size of 8 players (age 21 and up). Although the Bears didn't win their division, they displayed outstanding sportsmanship, courage, and fortitude on the ice...
Happy New Year!
On behalf of everyone here at Beacon Consulting Group, I would like to wish you the very best for 2024.
May the New Year bring you joy, success, and new opportunities! Cheers!
To all of our clients, friends, and partners:
Happy Holidays!
We hope you have a relaxing & peaceful weekend.
You may have seen the amazing video clips and photos on the news (or on social media) about the unique new music and entertainment venue which opened recently in Las Vegas, known simply as "Sphere." The massive spherical structure is covered (inside and out) with high-definition LED screens that can create visually stunning immersive experiences. Sphere officially opened on September 29, 2023 when the Irish Rock band U2 performed there, kicking off U2's 36-show residency at the venue...
The Roman Empire started expanding beyond the Italian peninsula in the 3rd Century B.C. By the second century AD, the Roman empire ranged from Britain’s Atlantic coast to Mesopotamia in the east (the current location of Iraq) and down to North Africa in the south. It is estimated that more than a 20% of the world’s population was under Rome's rule at the peak of the Empire's power. One legacy left behind from this great Empire are the ruins of many buildings, amphitheaters, roadways, seawalls, sewer systems, bridges, and aqueducts which are now historic sites scattered across Western Europe and other areas...
