Subcontractor risk scores can simplify complex decisions—but only if they’re done right. This article breaks down the five most common mistakes in subcontractor risk scoring, from outdated data to overreliance on single metrics, and offers practical fixes to help you build a smarter, stronger, and more defendable risk process.

Many prequalification processes fail not because of subcontractors, but because the system itself is flawed. From outdated SOPs to one-size-fits-all evaluations to vague risk labels, broken processes put projects at risk. Here’s how to spot the pitfalls and fix them with sharper, data-driven approaches.

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.

Conducting due diligence on Subcontractors takes time, effort, and resources, making it tempting to focus only on key trades. While some...

In the competitive world of construction, the smallest details can be the difference between winning and losing a bid. Prequalification...

Subcontractor prequalification isn’t just paperwork — it can determine whether you win jobs, get paid on time, and build lasting relationships. Here’s why your customer’s process matters more than you think.

When it comes to risk, speed can be dangerous. This Maple Insight Vault feature explores how our industry’s obsession with checking the “prequal” box has turned a crucial process into a rubber stamp. Read on to discover why the word “prequalification” might be the most misleading term in construction risk management—and what we can do instead.