MCS Influencers
Sustainability and resilience: The real value behind modern cold form steel building systems
MCS Influencer Corey Lincoln says metal offers a smarter, stronger path forward without limiting design. In the cold‑formed steel building world (CFB), we spend plenty of time talking about strength, efficiency and clean construction — but sustainability and resilience are quickly becoming just as important. Not because the industry is chasing ...
Solar-ready metal roofing offers a financial and environmental advantage
MCS Influencer Lee Ann Slattery says as demand for cleaner energy solutions intensifies, solar-ready metal roofing reshapes how buildings are designed and retrofitted. Standing seam metal roofing has emerged as the perfect platform for solar-ready construction, ideal for mounting photovoltaic (PV) solar panels without roof penetration or structural complications. One of ...
Technology should make the work easier, not just add another login
MCS Influencer Anthony Ortega says clear success metrics are a must when implementing new technology. Over the years, we've implemented plenty of technology at Viotell. Zoho for project and business management, Bluebeam for plans and collaboration, CompanyCam for field documentation and more recently, AI across different parts of our operation. ...
Technology should improve work, not complicate it
Check your systems before bringing in new technology. I’ve never seen software fix a bad process. I have seen the right technology make a disciplined operation considerably better. That distinction matters in metal construction because contractors have more technology available to them than ever before. Project management platforms, BIM, mobile field ...
Overcoming fear and uncertainty with technology
MCS Influencer Randy Chaffee says that communication is the key to adopting new technology. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Randy Chaffee of Source One Marketing. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Emma Richardson: Hi everyone, I'm ...
Keep your competitive edge when implementing new technology
MCS Influencer Jon Olson says that training is key to integrating new technology. Many pros are looking for technology that will make their planning easier and their company more profitable. While there are many choices out there, it’s important to remember that technology is often only as good as what you ...
Metal roofing and HOA misconceptions
MCS Influencer Randy Chaffee says to always start with the elephant in the room when it comes to talking about metal roofs with HOAs. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Randy Chaffee of Source One Marketing. You can read the interview below, listen to the ...
Winning HOA approval starts with education
MCS Influencer John Kenney says contractors who educate rather than persuade often become the companies HOA boards are most comfortable working with. One of the biggest obstacles homeowners face when considering a metal roof isn't choosing the right panel profile or color. It's getting approval from the homeowners association. I've spoken ...
Win more contracts with sustainable metal roofing
MCS Influencer Jon Olson says to focus on the benefits of metal when navigating HOAs. Selling metal roofing to HOAs and other property owners isn't always easy. For contractors, one of the biggest challenges is helping price-sensitive customers look beyond the initial investment and understand the long-term value. While metal roofing ...
Navigating HOA roof approvals: Turning a common roadblock into a better project
MSC Influencer Anthony Ortega says early conversations with HOA's save time later. For many homeowners, the most intimidating part of replacing a roof isn't choosing the material or hiring a contractor. It's navigating the HOA approval process. In luxury mountain communities, HOA architectural review exists for a reason. These neighborhoods have ...
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