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BIM for SMEs through higher education
Professor Jason Underwood, Marina Machado & Andrew Fleming outline the importance of enabling BIM for SMEs through higher education knowledge transfer…
The UK Government Construction...
Mayoral candidate’s affordable housing target will hurt SMEs
The Federation of Master Builders has warned mayoral candidate Sadiq Khan’s targets for affordable housing could have an impact on SMEs…
With the London mayoral...
£7bn owed to UK construction SMEs
New figures have revealed construction SMEs across the UK are owed £7bn in unpaid invoices…
Research carried out by the Asset Based Finance Association (ABFA)...
SMEs are key to the UK’s BIM journey
SMEs are key to the UK’s BIM journey, so their uptake is vital to ensure our BIM leadership. David Philp, Head of BIM at...
BIM and SMEs: Opportunity is knocking
SMEs are key to the UK’s BIM journey, so their uptake is vital to ensure our BIM leadership. David Philp, Head of BIM at Mace and the UK BIM Task Group explains their importance.
What’s wrong with UK construction?
A roundtable discussion with business leaders from across the UK offsite sector was recently hosted by networking facilitator Anna Whiting and chaired by reputation management specialist Joanne Bridges to look some of the key issues and drivers for change in the modular sector and the wider construction industry.
Supply Chain Engagement Toolkit: Driving innovation in the construction sector
Leeds Beckett University is working with public procurement framework YORhub to create a Supply Chain Engagement Toolkit to drive innovation and boost opportunity for small businesses.
Marks & Spencer, the minister and a “tour de force” of...
The Marks & Spencer planning row proves that politicians do not have carte blanche to ignore planning law principles, says Alison Ogley, planning and environment partner at national law firm Freeths.
Boosting the UK’s climate resiliency through digital skills
Stephanie Baxter, head of policy at the Institution of Engineering & Technology, explores how the UK can boost its climate resiliency through digital skills.
Digital twin technology reduces energy consumption by 23% in Uni of...
In a joint study with the University of Liverpool, IES found that digital twin technology was able to reduce energy consumption by nearly a quarter and make operation cost savings of £25,000.
Putting the UK housing market back on track
Ravi Pankhania, managing director of Nacropolis Group, explores the challenges surrounding affordability, supply shortages, and planning complexities in the UK housing market.
6 reasons small businesses get big benefits from construction software
Following the pandemic, the construction industry has started to embrace technology more and more, with powerful new construction software popping up to answer the demand.
55 day payment deadline for £5m public projects takes effect
From April 1, companies bidding for public projects worth over £5m must settle invoices within a 55 day payment deadline or face a work ban.
Kier begins work on next generation all-electric T60 houseblock at HMP...
Works to provide an extra 247 prison places at HMP Elmley have begun, as Kier commences on a fully electric T60 Houseblock.
Six reasons why SME construction companies can- and should- go digital
As the demand for construction software increases, smaller firms can benefit from enhanced offers and reduced adoption barriers. This article from Bluebeam explores the six reasons why SME construction companies should go digital.
£60m apprenticeship funding to help tackle construction skills gap
Rishi Sunak pledged £60m of funding to boost apprenticeships in small and medium-sized enterprises(SME) and end the construction skills gap.
J3 Advisory joins GHA as lead partner
The Good Homes Alliance (GHA) has welcomed J3 Advisory as a new member and lead partner for GHA’s workstream on insurance and property funding to share insurance and funding expertise for new build homes.
Understanding the downturn in construction apprenticeship applications
Construction apprenticeships are the lifeblood of the industry, and we must find a way to make them attractive to youngsters, explains Christian Warden, engagement director at Talentview Construction.
How to manage cash flow as an SME in construction
Jon Munnery, an insolvency and company restructuring expert at UK Liquidators, outlines how small to medium (SME) construction businesses can manage their cash flow.
Smart construction and the rise of digital twins in the building...
As technology advances, digital twins offer promising benefits for smaller construction businesses, helping them stay competitive. Richard Clement, Smart Construction, shares his thoughts on the use and benefits of digital twins for smaller enterprises.
Understanding the Spring Budget 2024- and what it means for UK...
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has delivered the Spring Budget for 2024, delivering promised tax cuts- and not much else.
Safeguarding digital infrastructure: Cybersecurity for smart cities
Capterra’s Eduardo Garcia delves into the vital role of cybersecurity for smart cities, providing strategies for fortifying urban environments against evolving threats.
Leading innovators and collaborators to convene at Futurebuild 2024
The built environment’s most influential event for innovation and collaboration, Futurebuild, returns March 5-7 2024 at London’s ExCeL. With “take a stand for change” as this year’s key theme, Futurebuild 2024 promises to be the most transformative yet, furthering its mission of driving systemic change and taking a stand for a better built environment.
79% of UK’s top 100 universities still don’t offer construction degree...
UVAC found that 79 of the UK’s top 100 universities still don’t deliver construction-based degree apprenticeships, which could prove a barrier to beating the skills shortage.
Birmingham City University joins £1.2m AI research to overhaul construction cost...
Birmingham City University (BCU) has secured a £1.2m AI research project in partnership with London South Bank University and Leeds Beckett University to save billions in construction costs.
Engineering company implements IoT technology to slash carbon footprint
Steel fabrication and construction services company AJ Engineering has introduced IoT technology to help manage its carbon footprint and improve efficiency across its operations.