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Construction software and project management platforms: what’s the difference?
Image courtesy of CMiC Can you tell construction management and project management software apart? And why does knowing the difference matter? CMiC explains. Software buyers in construction often fall into the trap of evaluating tools through a single lens – what’s visible on the surface. Menus, dashboards and scheduling features may look similar across platforms,…
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Immigration reforms: what’s next for construction employers?
As major changes to the immigration system come into effect, here’s what industry employers need to know. Some of these roles are relevant to construction, such as welding trades, metalworking production, and construction and building trades. However, only certain specific jobs within these categories, such as builders and fence erectors, can be sponsored. View the…
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Surface-Mounted Vs. Concealed Closers: What’s Best For Your Doors?
Closers play a critical role in maintaining safety, security, and functionality when it comes to door hardware. These mechanical devices control how a door closes after it has been opened, ensuring it shuts in a controlled and consistent manner. Choosing the right type of door closer can significantly impact the appearance and performance of your…
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Diary dates – what’s on in July
Highlights of the CIOB Calendar for the coming month. Image: Dreamstime Join us for a guided tour of work at Castell Coch, outside Cardiff, with contractor John Weaver. Castell Coch, or the ‘Red Castle’, rises up from the ancient beech woods of Fforest Fawr above the village of Tongwynlais in Wales. The John Weaver conservation…
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What’s your construction business worth? Seven things to consider
There’s no magic formula, but here’s a simple benchmark to use as a starting point when looking to acquire a business under £2m PBT:1x-4x PBT+ Assets– Liabilities+ Free cash Factors that increase multiples:• Solid pipeline of future work• Low customer concentration• Clean, consistent financial reporting• Documented systems and processes• Strong, stable second-tier management• Recurring revenue…
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What’s Up With My Brother’s River House? When Will The Rest Of It Be Revealed?
Well, I’m pleased as bunch to say that we have *almost* fully finished decorating, styling, and shooting my brother’s house. We spent a week there two weeks ago and styled the heck out of all the remaining spaces. Since the living room, kitchen, dining room, library and entry/staircase are all in view of each other…
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Becoming an architect Is changing — here’s what’s new
The UK’s Architects Registration Board (ARB) has unveiled an action plan to overhaul how aspiring architects gain practical experience before qualifying. Aimed at improving transparency, quality, and support, the changes are expected to benefit not just trainees, but also the clients by making it easier when choosing an architect. From a new Record of Competency…
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Diary dates: what’s on in June
Highlights of the CIOB Calendar for the coming month. Image: Dreamstime 5 June, 10am-12pm, Birmingham This site visit, hosted by Winvic, will explore the ongoing works at Crown Place, Birmingham. This 33-storey purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) on an compact city-centre site, is a showcase of modern methods of construction (MMC) and cutting-edge technology. The innovative…
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What’s the biggest blocker to technology adoption?
Time – or the lack thereof – is the biggest barrier to adopting new technology, according to a new survey conducted by Revizto. The inaugural global Bridging the Gap: 2025 Digital Design & Construction Report analyses the results of Revizto’s survey of more than 2,000 professionals worldwide in the architecture, engineering and construction industries. The vast majority…
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What’s your team’s purpose?
Every team has a purpose, or at least had a purpose when the team was put together. But what happens when people lose focus of their shared mission? When I am coaching leadership teams, I ask about the purpose of the team. The responses are usually mixed, lacking clarity and alignment. The individual members are…