Architecture Index Dips Again, for 14th-Straight Monthly Decline

Report cites continued inflation, as well as "supply chain issues and other economic challenges" as reasons for the downward trend.

Supply chain fragility takes over from material prices as biggest threat to contractors, RLB finds

New research shows 87% of contractors are now most worried about vulnerability of supply chain firms

Fear of supply chain failures boosting collaboration

Procurement survey also reveals project bank account use is rising

Plan released to triple offshore wind supply chain and achieve £25bn economic boost by 2035

A roadmap to tripling the UK’s offshore wind manufacturing capability and providing a £25bn boost to the economy by 2035 has been released by key players in the nation’s offshore wind industry. The post Plan released to triple offshore wind supply chain and achieve £25bn economic boost by 2035 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Benefits of Preventive Maintenance in the Supply Chain

Efficient supply chains are the lifeblood of global commerce. The global supply chain management market itself ballooned to a staggering USD$ 16 billion in 2020. It drives the seamless movement of goods, so that doesn’t come as a surprise. But what keeps this complex network running smoothly? It’s preventive maintenance (PM). (1) What’s preventive maintenance? […] <p>The post Benefits of Preventive Maintenance in the Supply Chain first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

HS2 - Supply Chain Stories: HS2 and Qflow 08032023

Founded in 2018, sustainable startup Qflow are a HS2 supply chain success story. Their software digitally logs materials delivered and waste transferred during construction using just a photograph, and is being used by HS2 joint ventures Aligns, BBVS and SCS.

The Economist - America’s $2trn green boost, explained,

America is spending trillions of dollars in an effort to make the country stronger, greener and richer. There are THREE key things you need to know about the plan and its chances of success...

Metroun - Mitigating The Impact Of Covid-19 & Brexit On Construction Material Costs, 01032023

The construction industry in the UK has been hit hard by two major factors: Covid-19 and Brexit. Both factors have led to significant increases in the cost of construction materials. This video takes a look at how these factors have impacted the cost of materials and potential ways to mitigate them

RLB - International Report - Fourth Quarter 2022

The RLB International Report, which is published half-yearly, presents a snapshot of construction data and forecast trends - on a global, regional, country, city and sector basis -from its comprehensive network of offices around the globe.

CN - Finally, a playbook to reverse low productivity, 022023

This article in Construction News advocates the guidance and use of 'The private section construction playbook' (a copy of which is attached below). The recommended approaches in preparing and managing our projects to achieve imporved productivity are highlighted

How are you dealing with the risk of supply chain insolvency?

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What are the implications of a shift in inventory and procurement models from the 'just-in-time' approach to a 'just-in-case' approach?

What preparations should contractors, facilities managers, and supply chains take to be ready for the expiry of PFI concession periods?

What should contractors and clients be doing now to plan ahead for an onslaught of price escalation?

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