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How to Build a Risk-Aware Culture in Construction
Risk management isn’t about saying “no”—it’s about empowering construction teams to deliver projects safely and sustainably. This article explores how project teams, risk professionals, and leadership can shift from conflict to collaboration, creating a culture that proactively avoids failure and protects long-term success. Discover how Maple Insight supports this shift with analytics and monitoring services tailored to the realities of construction.
Thomas Kellogg
3 hours ago2 min read
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Captive Insurance Benefits: How Construction Firms Gain Control and Cut Costs
Captive insurance solutions empower construction firms to take control of their risk, reduce costs, and gain a competitive edge. Learn how captives offer tailored coverage, financial efficiency, and smarter risk alignment—plus find out how Maple Insight helps you decide if a captive is the right fit.
Thomas Kellogg
Jun 102 min read
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Continuous Default Risk Assessment: A Smarter Way to Safeguard Construction Projects
Treating subcontractor risk as a one-time check is a dangerous gamble. In this article, Maple Insight explores why default risk must be continuously reassessed and how early detection leads to stronger project outcomes, fewer disruptions, and smarter decisions.
Thomas Kellogg
May 272 min read
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Improving the Prequalification Process for Construction Managers and Subcontractors
Prequalification isn’t just a paperwork step, it’s a critical strategy for reducing risk before work begins. In this article, Thomas Kellogg outlines how construction managers and subcontractors can improve their vetting process to avoid delays, ensure financial stability, and drive better outcomes on every project.
Thomas Kellogg
May 133 min read
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Why Proper Dispersion of Work Matters
In the pursuit of cost savings, Construction Managers and General Contractors (CM/GCs) are often tempted by the allure of bulk...
Thomas Kellogg
Apr 172 min read
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Strategic Risk Management Through Pre-Planned "Off Ramps"
In construction management, fees are justified only when risk is assumed. Without risk, there is no rationale for fee beyond compensation...
Thomas Kellogg
Apr 83 min read
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How Can Assessing My Own Business Benefit Me?
Running a successful business isn’t just about delivering great work—it’s about ensuring your company can withstand challenges, adapt,...
Thomas Kellogg
Mar 242 min read
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The Competitive Edge in Construction Management: Harnessing Data for Smarter Decisions
On the surface, construction managers and general contractors (CM/GCs) can often seem quite similar as they provide similar services....
Thomas Kellogg
Mar 103 min read
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Can I Only “Prequal” Key Subs?
Conducting due diligence on Subcontractors takes time, effort, and resources, making it tempting to focus only on key trades. While some...
Thomas Kellogg
Feb 253 min read
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The Importance of Transparency Between a Construction Manager and An Owner During Procurement
Information transfer between a Construction Manager (CM/GC) and an Owner is inherently complex. Given the fast-paced nature of the...
Thomas Kellogg
Feb 113 min read
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The Full Financial Impact of a Subcontract Default
When we hear the word “default,” we often think of dramatic events like bankruptcies or terminations. However, the reality is that most...
Thomas Kellogg
Jan 263 min read
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Why Should I Care About Subcontract Default if I Don’t Have SDI?
When we hear the word “default,” it often conjures images of bankruptcy, termination, disputes, and costly litigation. Catastrophic...
Thomas Kellogg
Jan 53 min read
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Enhancing Your “Prequal” Process: Tips for Subs to Win More Bids
In the competitive world of construction, the smallest details can be the difference between winning and losing a bid. Prequalification...
Thomas Kellogg
Dec 21, 20243 min read
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The Importance of Continuous Monitoring in Construction
In the construction industry, we have traditionally embraced a “one-and-done” mindset when it comes to Subcontractor due diligence,...
Thomas Kellogg
Dec 9, 20243 min read
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What Is Wrong with My Current Due Diligence Process?
Achieving a best-in-class Subcontract due diligence (or “prequal”) process is no easy feat. Many organizations settle for systems riddled...
Thomas Kellogg
Nov 26, 20242 min read
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Navigating the Hidden Risks of Subcontract Default Risk: What Owners and Developers Need to Know
Subcontractor default risk is a critical concern that extends far beyond Construction Managers or the triggering of Subcontractor Default...
Thomas Kellogg
Nov 11, 20243 min read
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Why Default Risk Exposure Should Be in Your Leveling Sheet
Default risk generates real costs. Paying a premium for quality and reliability might feel expensive but rectifying a default can be even...
Thomas Kellogg
Oct 29, 20242 min read
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The Business Case for Quantified Loss Estimation
Many organizations assess default-related risks using labels like "high," "medium," or "low." We see red and become concerned, while...
Thomas Kellogg
Oct 15, 20243 min read
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Why Should I, a Subcontractor, Care About my Customers' Prequalification Processes?
Subcontractors are at the mercy of their customers’ prequalification processes. Many of these processes, especially for larger CM/GCs and...
Thomas Kellogg
Sep 23, 20243 min read
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Keys to a Successful Subcontractor Due Diligence SOP – Building a Robust Process
Creating solid business processes is critical as a company grows. The more people involved in any process, the more opportunity for error...
Thomas Kellogg
Sep 9, 20243 min read
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