Risk scoring is only as strong as the data and context behind it. Too often, contractors and risk managers rely on outdated numbers, overweight single metrics, or treat scores like predictions instead of insights. In this article, Maple Insight breaks down the five most common subcontractor risk scoring mistakes—and how to avoid them—so your decisions are accurate, consistent, and defensible.

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 From outdated SOPs to one-size-fits-all evaluations to vague risk labels, broken processes put projects at risk.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.

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.

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.

On the surface, construction managers and general contractors (CM/GCs) can often seem quite similar as they provide similar services....

When we hear the word “default,” we often think of dramatic events like bankruptcies or terminations. However, the reality is that most...

When we hear the word “default,” it often conjures images of bankruptcy, termination, disputes, and costly litigation. Catastrophic...

Achieving a best-in-class Subcontract due diligence (or “prequal”) process is no easy feat. Many organizations settle for systems riddled...

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.