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Speed of Actis installation inspires lifelong Hybrid fan to test out new Eolis HC product

One of the many builders who has been a fan of the Actis Hybrid range since its inception more than a decade ago has been inspired to run a time trial competition with a colleague to see just how speedy it is to install Actis’ new two-in-one reflective insulation, Eolis HC. The post Speed of Actis installation inspires lifelong Hybrid fan to test out new Eolis HC product appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.
What’s the future for MMC?

Why do so many MMC ventures fail? Jenny Smith-Andrews, head of marketing at H+H UK, suggests that it’s time for a rethink when it comes to funding innovation in housebuilding. The post What’s the future for MMC? appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.
Remedial costs mount Rydon

Grenfell tower refurbishment contractor Rydon has spent more than £19m to date replacing flammable cladding that it has put up on high-rise buildings.
Victoria’s new Ison Road Overpass reaches new heights

The Ison Road Overpass project has hit new heights as it progresses towards connecting Wyndham West with the Princes Freeway. … The post Victoria’s new Ison Road Overpass reaches new heights appeared first on Inside Construction.
Editor’s Comment | Getting the infrastructure message across

Be careful what you wish for, you might just get it. That is probably how water industry engineers feel about their five year AMP8 spending programme right now. Capital budgets are going to double compared to AMP7 and engineers are charged with somehow scaling up… The post Editor’s Comment | Getting the infrastructure message across appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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FT - Banking on the cloud, 04072022

This video highlights that Banks are moving to the 'cloud' which allows them to access data and computing services over the internet. The advantages and benefits are confirmed by Michael Ruttledge (CIO & Head of Technology Services for Citizens) and Mohit Joshi (President of Infosys)
McKinsey & Company - The Next Normal - The future of the high rise, creating people-centric spaces March 2020

As the world becomes more urban, more people will live and work in high-rises. What will that mean for builders, real-estate companies, and tenants? In this edition, The Next Normal explores the high-rise of 2030
The Economist - How will quantum computing change the world?

The potential for quantum computing to crack other countries’ encrypted networks has captured the attention of national governments. Which of the world's fundamental challenges could be solved by quantum computing?
An Introduction to the value toolkit - Published by Construction Innovation Hub

Many projects fail to realise their intended value. Even for projects that are delivered on time and on budget, the anticipated benefits do not always materialise. Why is this?This is why the Construction Innovation Hub is setting out the new Value Toolkit – a suite of tools that will drive faster, better decision making to deliver measurable value improvement. This document provides an introduction to the Value Toolkit – what it is, what it will deliver and how it will be used.
Playing the long game: Why longer-term contracting is key for driving better, faster, greener delivery - Published by Gleeds

Longer-term contracting isn’t a new concept, but it’s in the government’s Construction Playbook, so what has changed, and why is it important now? Gleeds’ Nicola Herring, Dave Corbin and Jonathan Stewart present the case for longer-term contracting, what it enables􏰀 what it can deliver and key considerations for successful contracts.