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How is data centre construction different from other projects?

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How is data centre construction different from other projects?

While office building projects are likely to slow down due to COVID-19, construction of data centres is increasing. Increasing numbers of industries are using digital technology to collect data on their target customers and monitor…

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How construction document control software helps builders

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How construction document control software helps builders

Imagine that you are coming to the handover stage of a construction project. Before signing off, the client asks why a certain feature of the building diverges from the original plan. You search through your…

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Why subcontractor management needs to go digital

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Why subcontractor management needs to go digital

Subcontractor management is one of the most important activities in any construction project. Whether you are the lead contractor or you run a subcontracting business, you need a reliable way to organise your teams’ time…

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Why remote construction monitoring is the new normal

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Why remote construction monitoring is the new normal

The coronavirus pandemic has massively impacted construction sites around the world. While some construction staff are considered ‘key workers’, most industry professionals are currently working from home. From project managers to customers to architects, if…

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Sustainable homes: how can housebuilders help save the environment?

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Sustainable homes: how can housebuilders help save the environment?

The UK has a challenge on its hands. Given the country’s commitments to climate goals and that the construction industry contributes hugely to its annual CO2 output, there are improvements to be made in what…

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BIM software in 2021 – why SME’s must become ‘BIM-ready’

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BIM software in 2021 – why SME’s must become ‘BIM-ready’

Building Information Modelling (BIM) has had an enormous impact on the construction industry over the past decade. However, while BIM software is widely used at large firms, a 2019 National BIM Survey showed that almost…

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3 reasons construction administration should not be an afterthought

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3 reasons construction administration should not be an afterthought

Construction administration is a useful technique for making projects run more smoothly. It requires the architect, who knows the building design best, to remain involved in the project even after they have finished their drawings….

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