The construction industry is facing numerous challenges in a fast-paced world. From the need to innovate and digitise, to the impact of changing technology on business models and processes, there’s much to consider when it… Read more
The construction industry has gone through many changes over the past few years. From enhanced technology that makes it easier for project managers and designers to collaborate with their teams, to smart devices that help… Read more
Fire safety planning is important for any workplace, particularly so for construction sites. Construction sites are full of fuel sources, large-scale electrical equipment, and complex machinery that could all easily spark a fire. A significant… Read more
Managing a construction site isn’t easy. Lack of planning and organisation can cause projects to swiftly spiral out of control when it comes to client coordination, contractor management, and communication with building material suppliers. Without… Read more
The construction industry has been at the forefront of innovation in recent years. From 3D printing concrete to drone-based surveyors, many new technologies can improve a building project’s efficiency and profitability. There is one area,… Read more
The construction industry is changing at a rapid pace, thanks to the evolution of Building Information Modelling (BIM). This technology makes it possible for designers, engineers, and contractors to work together in real-time to develop… Read more
Have you ever wondered how The Shard stands up despite the enormous wind stress from vortex shedding? The answer is simple — structural engineers. Structural engineers decide what type of system is used in load… Read more
Why is defect management important? How about £21 billion every year? That is the estimated cost of avoidable errors in the UK construction industry according to the Get It Right initiative. This is a huge… Read more
Dealing with customer complaints about defects in buildings is time-consuming, frustrating and, if it comes to litigation, very expensive. Having a plan for how to reduce defects in construction will mean you avoid the worst… Read more
NFC tags are quickly gaining popularity in the construction and real estate industries for their ability to improve on-site information and data capture. These tags use near field communication (NFC) technology, a communication technology which… Read more