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Social media broadens architects’ reach
Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn provide Portland firms with valuable opportunities to connect with potential clients, employees and others.
Lawyers warn AEC companies of social media pitfalls
While many other AEC companies were slower to join, a growing number now see the value of Facebook, Twitter and other social media as marketing, business development and recruiting tools. Its use can be problematic from a legal standpoint, however, and some basic guidelines can help employers avoid getting into trouble.
For social media success, firms say planning is critical
Social media is a buzzword in almost any industry these days. Twitter and Facebook use is seemingly everywhere 鈥� except to a lesser extent among architecture, engineering and construction firms.
Rules on social media can lead to lawsuits
Real estate firms are moving quickly to craft policies for appropriate professional use of social media, which has become popular with real estate brokers. But lawyers say excessively strict rules can lead to legal battles.
Professionals worry Twitter, Facebook limit real-life relationships
Young professionals say technology lets them provide more accurate information more quickly, and reach more potential clients. But experienced brokers say technology is eroding the industry's foundation: face-to-face relationships.
Heads up: Acai berry Twitter attack
You’d better check to make sure you aren’t spamming your Twitter followers with links to info on the miracle acai berry. Twitter accounts everywhere have been hacked and are sending […]
Heads up: Acai berry Twitter attack
You’d better check to make sure you aren’t spamming your Twitter followers with links to info on the miracle acai berry. Twitter accounts everywhere have been hacked and are sending […]
Twitter, social media gaining popularity in Portland built industry
The Portland built industry has been pretty slow to adopt social media. That's the common perception, anyway. Truth is, the industry isn't as far behind as you may think.
Engineers are cautious about Twitter
At an ACEC Oregon event yesterday titled “Risks and Rewards of Using Social Media,” I’m afraid most in the room focused on the risks. What if we get sued? Shouldn’t […]
Engineers are cautious about Twitter
At an ACEC Oregon event yesterday titled “Risks and Rewards of Using Social Media,” I’m afraid most in the room focused on the risks. What if we get sued? Shouldn’t […]
Think twice before deleting that e-mail
The use of information technology in construction has reached the point that it saves time and money for many modern projects. This increased efficiency, however, comes with a trade-off. Although […]
City reaches out to public online
If left to the online masses, a redeveloped Memorial Coliseum would be used for games of hide and seek and capture the flag, or repurposed as an indoor water park. Those are some of the ideas submitted to Mayor Sam Adams鈥� office, which is asking for ideas for the redevelopment project, and gauging public reaction to it in real time, via online social networks.
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
