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Working in the built environment is complex, challenging and rewarding. Whether you’re running an engineering or construction firm, manufacturing building products, producing construction materials, or building roads and bridges, you can rely on our decades of expertise, research, relationships and knowledge to provide you timely insights and information.

Our thought leadership, economic forecasts, industry surveys and articles will help you gain the accurate and insightful knowledge needed to improve operations, better understand your markets and inform your business strategy – no matter which part of the built environment you serve.

Why Now is the Right Time to Prepare for a Possible Sale
Thought Leadership

Why Now is the Right Time to Prepare for a Possible Sale

In an environment marked by uncertainty and disruption, now is the ideal time for business owners to prepare for a future sale, or simply build a stronger, more resilient company. By tightening financials, documenting operations and delegating key responsibilities, owners can reduce risk, increase value and gain greater control over their strategic options.

Chase Less, Win More: How to Prioritize Your Time Pursuing Business
Thought Leadership

Chase Less, Win More: How to Prioritize Your Time Pursuing Business

The cost of chasing work is significant, and both owners and designers must find a better way to collaborate to improve the project bidding/award process.

2025 CIRT Sentiment Index: Second Quarter
Thought Leadership

2025 CIRT Sentiment Index: Second Quarter

As tariff disruptions, supply chain concerns and labor challenges create a volatile environment, staying on top of current trends is imperative to best position your business.

Built-In Podcast

Built-In Podcast

Built-In is FMI's podcast featuring industry leaders and subject matter experts about best practices, challenges and opportunities, and other trends.

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E&C Outlook

E&C Outlook

Get FMI’s latest forecasts and estimates as well as sector-specific insights and construction spending by market in our latest economic report.

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Thought Leadership

Thought Leadership

Our experts offer insights into current trends and ways to improve your strategy, operations, and talent-related efforts.

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Quick Reads

Quick Reads

Learn more about trends in the built environment that will help you better prepare and run your business.

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