The need for more diversity to improve productivity
Studies show a direct connection between diversity and productivity and innovation. Could the key to improving productivity in our industry lie not in our processes and tools, but rather in our people?
Making jobsites safer using Virtual Reality for safety training
Virtual reality is no longer just for gaming. Pepper Construction is partnering with Purdue University and MindForge to create hands-on safety training using VR.
BIM for Facility Management (FM): How to get started
Owners increasingly have questions about BIM for facility management. Each situation is different and takes a custom approach. For those ready to take advantage of all that BIM offers, our team has advice for getting started.
Aster Hall at 900 N. Michigan Ave. Shops
We are excited to have been a part of the creation of Aster Hall at 900 N. Michigan Ave. Thanks to all of our partners on this project: 900 North Michigan Shops, AvroKO, OKW Architects, Aster Hall Chicago and Development Management Associates
Developing a company culture inspired by thanksgiving
As companies seek creative ways to attract and retain their employees, we've found the most meaningful way to show appreciation to our people is through recognition and career development.
WGN Radio Studios' new home
WGN Radio has a new state of the art home created specifically for their needs.
Pepper's Building Performance tool
Pepper's high performance tool provides a preview of how design decisions impact building performance.
Recognizing those who help make us better at what we do
At Pepper, we believe our trade partners are critical to our success and each year hold an appreciation event to let them know how important they are. We believe it, but we don't always talk about it or celebrate it. This post shares some of those stories, as well as a personal challenge to do more to recognize them.
The role of quality management in innovation
How are you assured of quality when new design elements, products and systems are specified. In this article, Pepper's quality team in Indiana explains the process they took before the recent successful installation of a voided slab Cobiax system.