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The article focuses on the trend of building recommissioning in the U.S. heating and ventilation commercial market. Topics discussed include the potential for quick return of investment (ROI), the aim for increase in efficiency, the use of smart data, and the tips for successful recommissioning like right attitude, confidence and being assertive.

The article presents the author's views regarding the announcement of investments made by the U.S. President Donald Trump in the development of infrastructure during his election campaign. Particular focus is given to the benefits of investment in the construction industry. Use of software as a service (SaaS), return on investment (ROI), and sales costs are also discussed.

The article discusses the disconnection between managing a commercial building for the building and for the health of the occupants driven by the civilization in the U.S. It examines the justification of a sufficient return on investment (ROI) for the labor and materials cost. It also cites the impact of buildings on the inhabitants wherein the indoor environments should fit for humans.

The article looks at a 2013 report on construction industry safety programs by market analyst McGraw Hill Construction (MHC). Contractors were surveyed on the financial benefits of various project safety management practices, such as improved project schedules, lower construction project budgets, and increased returns on investment. Other topics include company reputation, worker injury rates, and project quality.

The article offers information on the Sustainable Return on Investment (SROI) process that measures the value of the social and environmental benefits of construction projects. It was developed by engineering consultant HDR and enables the evaluation of overall sustainability benefits by assigning monetary values to environmental, social and economic impacts. According to Elwin Larson, HDR executive vice president, the system will give communities the ability to compare sustainable benefits on a monetary basis.

Presents the results of the 'World Trade' index as of November 2002. Return of investments of banks; International trade deficit in goods and services of the U.S.; Status of logistics costs.