High-performance homes are becoming more popular due to greater consumer awareness of energy efficiency, environmental impact, and long-term cost savings. Both homeowners and builders see the advantages of homes that provide better comfort, lower utility… Read more
Maintenance management software plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficiency and longevity of infrastructure assets, spanning from construction phases through to operational lifecycles. Traditionally, maintenance has relied on reactive approaches, where repairs are made… Read more
Buildings contribute 39% of annual global carbon emissions, with 28% from operational emissions (energy use) and 11% from embodied carbon (materials and construction). The green building movement has been gaining significant traction in recent years as… Read more
Quality Assurance (QA) is crucial in the construction industry, ensuring projects meet safety, durability, and performance standards. QA involves processes and checks to ensure every aspect of construction complies with regulations and specifications. Studies show that 30%… Read more
Change orders are an integral aspect of construction projects, often resulting from design modifications, unforeseen site conditions, or client-driven requests. These changes can have significant impacts on project schedules, budgets, and overall outcomes, making it… Read more
Facility managers play a crucial role in modern building management by overseeing the day-to-day operations that ensure facilities are safe, efficient, and functional across a range of sectors, including commercial, residential, office, educational institutions, and… Read more
Collaboration with CIDBEC Malaysia supports the nationwide shift towards digital construction methodologies, including Building Information Modelling (BIM) and construction technology (ConTech). PlanRadar, a global provider of digital construction project management solutions, has announced an official… Read more
As the ASEAN region experiences rapid urbanization and economic growth, the construction industry is increasingly turning its focus towards sustainability. The growing green building movement is not only addressing environmental concerns but also responding to… Read more
Tracking progress in infrastructure construction projects is vital for ensuring they finish on time, stay within budget, and meet quality standards. Traditionally, these tasks relied on manual methods like paper-based reporting and periodic site visits. However, these… Read more
Globally, buildings account for 30-40% of all primary energy consumption and nearly 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions, highlighting the importance of sustainable construction. Decarbonizing the built environment could create new green value pools across sectors, worth $800 billion to… Read more