All Building articles in 18 November 2022
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FeaturesGetting value from construction software
Industry experts gathered to discuss the importance of software in construction and how best to use it, at a recent roundtable hosted by Building and software company Bluebeam
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FeaturesData security in construction
Industry experts gathered to discuss data security in construction and how to achieve it, at a recent roundtable hosted by Building and Bluebeam
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Features5 minutes with … Lauren Bailey at Ridge
The firm’s head of social value is proud to have helped change people’s lives for the better. She is also a jazz-loving saxophonist
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CommentMitigating supply chain insolvency risk
Careful contract negotiation can limit the potential damage from insolvency in a construction firm’s supply chain
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CommentLegal abroad: Doing business in the United Arab Emirates
Continuing our series on the legal considerations of doing business around the globe, an update on the United Arab Emirates
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Features5 minutes with … Chetan Parmar at Parmarbrook
The founding partner of the civil and structural engineering studio reflects on his journey through more than 30 years in the industry
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CommentWinter is coming, but it’s not all doom and gloom for construction
Construction has proved a remarkably resilient sector. To get through the hard times ahead we must keep our heads and work together, says Gareth Lewis
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FeaturesMMC and the Future Homes Standard
Industry experts discussed how modern methods of construction can help the industry achieve the Future Homes Standard, at a rountable hosted by Building and Rockwool
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CommentMy World Cup diary: build-up, broadcaster banter and Beckham
As the tournament kicks off in Qatar, Richard Steer reflects on his experiences over the first weekend
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FeaturesInnovation as a pathway to growth
How Milestone Infrastructure uses Procore’s data solutions to streamline its highways operations while growing its business
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CommentDigital construction: Shaping a digital strategy
We delve into what an ambitious digital strategy can mean
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FeaturesSunny side up: why the future for solar power looks bright
With energy prices going through the roof and demand for electricity from data centres and electric vehicles soaring, the case for solar power has never been stronger
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NewsHousebuilders say ‘bitterly disappointing’ autumn statement does nothing to help sector
Issues over stamp duty, planning and number of homes being built not addressed by chancellor, firms add
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NewsDisastrous mini-Budget takes toll on Gleeson sales
Housebuilder says cancellation rates have doubled since botched announcement
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CommentAnd now for something completely positive: our Building the Future Commission
To celebrate 180 years of the magazine, we have launched an ambitious, year-long project to find solutions to construction’s challenges – with your help
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NewsRIBA says energy efficiency taskforce ‘must learn from past failures’
Simon Allford said retrofit team must build a competent and skilled supply chain following previous failed government schemes
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FeaturesFactory International: Manchester’s new joy division
Manchester’s Factory International mega‑venue aims to encourage artists to push the boundaries – as the designers themselves have done
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CommentFight with housebuilders on the cards as Gove goes back to the future
The re-appointment of Michael Gove as housing secretary is likely to mean the return of fraught discussions about building safety costs
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CommentConstruction industry gossip: Robots and furry animals
It’s not what you say, it’s the way that you say it – or purr it, as the case may be
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NewsAutumn statement at-a-glance: Tax rises and spending cuts as OBR forecasts recession
Chancellor sets out plan to stabilise economy