Margin erosion is currently one of the major factors generating financial strife among many construction firms, according to risk analysts Equifax. Flaws in communication processes and protocols, particularly when dealing with back charges and variations, … about Top Reasons for Project Margin Erosion and How to Avoid Them
How to Spot and Avoid Dodgy Building Products
The Australian construction industry is still dealing with the fall-out of dodgy building products, and the onus is on builders and trades to ascertain the products they use are fit for purpose. Here is some … about How to Spot and Avoid Dodgy Building Products
Why A Learning Culture Improves Quality and Safety On The Job Site
One of the hardest things for many employees is to say, “I don’t know”. In construction, the reluctance to ask for further information or clarification can not only reduce innovation; it can actually be a … about Why A Learning Culture Improves Quality and Safety On The Job Site
Multi-Res Construction Shakeup in NSW Why Subcontractors Need to Act Now
Everyone involved in multi-residential and mixed-use construction projects in NSW only has until July 1 to get up to speed on NSW Government construction reforms. The changes to design workflows, professional licensing requirements, and the … about Multi-Res Construction Shakeup in NSW Why Subcontractors Need to Act Now
NSW Building Reforms – What Contractors Need to Know
New rules for design, delivery and certification of multi-residential and mixed-use buildings come into effect in NSW from July 1, 2021. Here are some of the key aspects head contractors and project managers need to … about NSW Building Reforms – What Contractors Need to Know
Beyond the Clipboard: 5 Technologies Changing Construction Inspections
Paper-based construction inspections are set to become a thing of the past. Emerging new innovative technology-based approaches promise better quality control, enhanced efficiency and greater transparency. Here’s some you may see coming soon to a … about Beyond the Clipboard: 5 Technologies Changing Construction Inspections
Be Better Prepared for Mandatory Compliance Inspections
Compliance inspections remain a challenge for the Australian construction industry, both in terms of delivery and compliance certification. Defect rates remain stubbornly high, and questions have been raised around the independence and expertise of building … about Be Better Prepared for Mandatory Compliance Inspections
How to Move from Residential to Commercial Construction
With the slowdown in residential construction, many firms might be looking to expand across into commercial projects. Here’s how to make it work. New codes, new supply chains, new staging, new products and highly competitive … about How to Move from Residential to Commercial Construction
Why Training is the Key to Turning QA Policy into Onsite Practices
Training for workplace safety on Australian construction sites has led to measurable improvements in the rate of injuries and fatalities. As the industry strives to address the issue of construction quality failures, there is a … about Why Training is the Key to Turning QA Policy into Onsite Practices
Five Ways to Get More Value From Project QA
More than half of all construction companies recently surveyed by ACA Research find analysing and reporting on quality assurance across their business challenging. Here are five ways experts suggest a substantial investment in project QA … about Five Ways to Get More Value From Project QA
