Author: Ron Carlson
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Real-Time KPIs & The End of “Data Hunting”
After 34 years in the ready mix industry, I’ve seen just about everything — from clipboards and CB radios to automated dispatch and digital tickets. But nothing has transformed our ability to manage operations like real-time KPIs (key performance indicators) delivered through cloud-based SaaS platforms. Let me be clear: this isn’t a luxury anymore —…
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Command Cloud Dispatch: Not a Legacy Dispatch Replacement but an Operational Transformation
As a 30-year leader in ready mix operations now energized to serve as Industry Advisor and Customer Advocate, I’ve spent over a decade managing the complexities of our industry with legacy on-premises systems like COMMANDseries and Integra. Now with the emergence of SaaS (cloud) I have witnessed the extraordinary impact of cloud-based technology on businesses…
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Leading the Next Generation of Ready Mix and Asphalt Businesses with Excitement
For 30 years, I’ve had a front-row seat to the thrilling transformation of the ready mix and aggregate industry, watching technological advancements spark incredible growth and opportunity. The previous generation built thriving companies through sheer determination and hands on hustle, relying on pen and paper ledgers, phone calls, and sweat equity. Their success, achieved without…
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Sustainability and Innovation: Welcoming the Future of the RMC Industry
Having spent over 30 years in the ready mix concrete (RMC) industry, I’ve witnessed remarkable growth, adaptation, and transformation. Reflecting on my technical expertise and executive management experience, I can confidently say that the next decade holds tremendous promise for our field. By 2030, we’ll be at the forefront of global sustainability and technological innovation,…