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Can Artificial Intelligence Have a Transformative Impact on the Roofing Industry?
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Artificial intelligence is at the forefront of all our conversations, but what is it? And what can it do for the roofing industry? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the development of computer systems capable of performing tasks that typically require human intelligence. It encompasses ...
Take the Pledge to Keep Your Workers Safe and Sound
By Evelyn Witterholt. Safe + Sound Week 2023 is coming up in August, and companies across the country are pledging to keep their workers safe. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced that their upcoming Safe + Sound Week will take place on August 7-13, 2023. This week ...
Adapting to Changing OSHA Regulations: Effective Heat Stress Management for Contractors
RCS Influencer John Kenney says that roofing contractors must prioritize heat stress and adhere to OSHA regulations. Roofing contractors face unique challenges when managing heat stress among their workforce. With exposure to intense heat from the sun and hot roofing materials, roofing professionals are particularly susceptible to heat-related illnesses. To ensure ...
Top June Stories: Drones, New Subcontractor Rules and Safety Committees
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here’s what’s been trending on the RoofersCoffeeShop®(RCS) newsroom this past month. When looking at our most-read articles from last month, it’s clear to us that members of the roofing industry are very interested in drone technology. Two of our most popular articles were about utilizing drone photography ...
Top June Stories: Safety Committee Meetings, Machine Upgrades and New Employee Classification Rules
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here’s what has been trending on the MetalCoffeeShop™ (MCS) newsroom this past month. Safety is once again a trending topic this past month on MCS. Metal roofing businesses know that safety is a top priority, and many have created safety committees as a way of taking action. ...
Coffee Conversations LIVE from FRSA 2023! - PODCAST TRANSCRIPTION
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Keenan Perry of SRS Distribution, Mike Sheehan of Suncoast Roofing Supply, Sara Jones of ICP Group, Kyle Nurminen of Total Roofing Systems and John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group. You can read the interview below, listen to the ...
Strategies for Roofing Companies to Expand Metal Product Installation
MCS Influencer John Kenney says that the key to expansion is understanding the market's dynamics. With its increasing inclination towards sustainable and durable materials, the roofing industry has seen a significant rise in the use of metal products. Given the longevity, recyclability and versatility of metal roofing, it represents an excellent ...
Business Development is Not Marketing or Sales
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. John Kenney discusses the differences between business development, sales and marketing and why the difference matters. I often find that individuals and companies do not understand the function of business development. It is frequently confused with sales or considered part of marketing. However, when ...
What You Need to Know About the 2023 FRSA Expo
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here are just a few of the important sessions and booths you should visit at this year’s FRSA Expo. The Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA)’s 101st Annual Convention is taking place this July 12-14, and we have a feeling that this event will be ...
Protecting Workers: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for a Safe Workplace – Part One
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Personal protective equipment (PPE) plays a critical role in protecting workers from harm on the jobsite. John Kenney discusses the importance of PPE and how to protect youself from harm by taking proper precautions. Protecting workers from hazards in the workplace is crucial to ...
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