Land surveying hasn’t always been as precise as it is now. In fact, many original GLO monuments in Nebraska and throughout the Midwest are understood to be flawed, but they’re still considered legal and permanent. The problem with surveys performed in America’s adolescence wasn’t necessarily a lack of skill, training or tools. Long and short…
Technology is a double-edged sword made of better processes and a steep learning curve. Time constraints make prioritization more important than ever. Training takes valuable resources, but the future of the industry demands future-ready skills. CPAs have a lot more on their plate than crunching numbers, and success requires an evolution of tech, skills and…
Land surveying is a rather solitary and focused job. However, the information gleaned from a survey puts professionals in a unique position to help resolve boundary disputes, legal questions, and even the occasional criminal case. If you ever thought surveying needed a bit more excitement, here are 4 ways to stretch your skills and help…
The same sunshine that gave Florida its nickname poses special architectural problems. Brilliant sunlight is glorious, but it can be blinding. Warmth is great, but too much of a good thing is too much. Humidity in tropical climates is almost inescapable. It’s also damaging. Smart design considers the location and lifestyle of residents to create…
Few other industries have as broad and cooperative of an international workforce as architecture. The recent issues affecting policy, passports, worker visas and immigration have the potential to hit the community hard, but the AIA hasn’t wavered. The future isn’t as smooth as it has been in recent years, at least not with regard to…
The Architectural Review 2017 Women in Architecture Survey found few surprises about women in the industry. Now in its 6th year, the survey asked 1,277 women and 340 men about issues such as discrimination, bullying and whether or not they’d recommend architecture as a career. The majority of respondents were from the U.K. Only about…
Veterans are one of the most overlooked groups of Americans in need of a safe, comfortable and secure place to live. Los Angeles has the highest number of homeless, disabled veterans in America. Now, there is veterans affordable housing that’s really a home. It’s a place where someone always has the back of these national…
There’s no shortage of online destinations where architects can get required Continuing Education Units or CEUs. Why is PDH Academy the right choice? Variety, affordability, and convenience. That’s what we offer, and why so many architects like you choose us to keep licensing and AIA membership requirements squared away. If you’re in the market today…
You’ve probably set tax preparation appointments and worked with a few clients already. But there’s still time to hone skills, streamline processes and avoid problems that slow down productivity. Whether your office is buzzing or you’re waiting for clients to arrive, here are 5 tips to help this tax season go off without a hitch.…
If you’re a professional engineer in the state of Florida, you need eighteen hours of continuing education at every biennial license renewal. That’s according to the Florida Board of Professional Engineers (FBPE). The requirements changed in March of 2015 and affect licensing during the 2015-2017 renewal period. Fortunately, PDH Academy has the Florida-specific continuing education…
