How to Become a Civil Engineer
From bridges and dams to roads and sewers, civil engineering plays a critical role in nation-building in every society. And the UK is no exception. So, how do you become a civil engineer? If you… read more
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Why is defect management important?
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
How to reduce defects in construction projects: 7 practical tips
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 and PlanRadar: Using Near Field Communication technology to streamline construction, real estate and facility management projects
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
Warehouse construction: the differences and similarities
Warehouses and logistics are areas of the construction industry that are currently booming. As a result of the pandemic, there has been an increase in online retail and commerce, leading to an increased need for… read more
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… read more
Quality assurance in construction: 5 golden rules
UK construction firms are highly skilled and competent. So, it’s no surprise that almost 90% of customers say they are satisfied with the final product. Part of the reason the industry achieves such high levels… read more
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… read more
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… read more
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… read more
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