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Introduction In recent years, the design industry has experienced a significant disparity in experience levels among the workforce in the field of construction contract administration (CCA) services. With a visible gap between junior staff (1-5 years of experience) and senior staff (10+ years of experience), many firms are finding themselves in a conundrum, compelling less-experienced…
Read MoreArtificial intelligence is transforming industries and streamlining processes at a dizzying pace. There’s a lot we don’t understand about AI, including the risks and exposures inherent in incorporating AI into our businesses and lives.
Read MoreIf you’re relatively new to practice, you may think that you can deal with retirement planning much later. But it takes years to accumulate the savings you’ll need for an ideal retirement. It’s well worth spending time now to strategize how you’ll get from here to there – even if retirement is many years in…
Read MoreAt the AIA Conference on Architecture 2023, Chicago, June 7 – 10, the AIA Trust invites AIA members to drop by, learn about the AIA Trust offerings, and be entered to win some great giveaways!
Read MoreArchitects have an unprecedented opportunity to be part of creating a safer and more sustainable world for generations to come by designing to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to changing conditions. AIA’s Climate Action Plan outlines a plan for how firms can address this challenge. Climate action is not only an imperative—it is an opportunity.…
Read MoreEmployee benefits are often defined as compensation paid by an employer to an employee over and above regular salary and wages. Employee benefits come in many shapes and sizes and are an integral part of an overall compensation package offered to employees. Employee benefits are essential in keeping current employees happy and loyal and have…
Read MoreThe AIA Trust together with the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) and the National Society for Professional Engineers (NSPE) work annually to conduct an insurance carrier review and interview of professional liability trends and risk management issues. Following is a summary of highlights for 2022 in addition to complimentary useful resources made available to…
Read MoreWhether or not professional services are provided for a fee or on a complimentary basis, the professional liability risks are the same. Professional liability insurance coverage is also the same, even though no premium is calculated on the value of the free services provided. The general rule is that a professional performing voluntary services must…
Read MoreIn today’s environment, when material prices are unpredictable, inflation is rising, claims are increasing, and disputes take much longer to resolve, that prediction of the cost of future claims becomes more uncertain. Learn how construction-related professional service firms may face certain future exposures, and how insurers must anticipate and prepare for losses from those exposures.
Read MoreProviding employee health benefits doesn’t have to be unattainable. Kasa offers employee benefits solutions for just about every budget out there. Meet Kasa and register for their upcoming webinar.
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