Remote work has definitely taken off during the COVID-19 outbreak. More than 62% of employed Americans in a recent Gallup survey say they are working at home at least part of the time, a number that has doubled since mid-March. Research also shows... (Read More)

In many companies, marketing ideas usually originate in departments or outside companies dedicated to that purpose. It’s a business model that’s worked for decades. But it doesn’t always have to be that way. Some of the most intriguing and... (Read More)

There's a lot to worry about on a construction site, such as getting the job done right, being on time, staying within budget and avoiding injuries. In today's world, though, there's another important consideration: environmental risk. Virtually any... (Read More)

Many of the most successful companies in the world, including Google and Amazon, use brainstorming to help come up with innovative new ideas and initiatives. When was the last time your team or company had a successful brainstorming session? Did... (Read More)

Construction contractors have a tough job and are tasked with trying to operate both efficiently and cost effectively. That is not an easy job considering the shortage of skilled labor in the construction industry as well as the high cost of... (Read More)

It's a fact: Employees' feelings about the companies they work for are often shaped in great part in the first weeks and months on the job. It's a critical window of time for employees to find out about the companies they work for and whether the... (Read More)

E-mail can be an important tool for marketing your business. But e-mail marketing can be tricky — federal law requires that anyone sending out e-mail for commercial purposes follow some specific rules or risk costly penalties. The CAN-SPAM Act... (Read More)

We live in a litigious world. That's why we offer a Construction General Liability insurance program for general and trade/artisan contractors. The coverage, designed for work on both residential and commercial projects, is an important way for... (Read More)

At C&S Specialty Underwriters, customer service is our passion. Whether you represent a carrier looking for a program manager with specialized underwriting expertise or are a wholesale broker looking for an underwriting company that delivers the... (Read More)