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Planning pays off with construction software
Software-as-a-Service

Planning pays off with construction software

Construction firms risk wasting software spend unless they map workflows, win staff buy-in and phase rollouts to prove time and cost savings.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 27th May 2021
The problem with procurement processes in New Zealand and how we can do better
Construction

The problem with procurement processes in New Zealand and how we can do better

Delays and cost overruns in New Zealand infrastructure could ease if owners and contractors shared risk and data, Rob Bryant says.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 26th May 2021
Christchurch earthquake: Five lessons in construction after a decade of analysis
Construction

Christchurch earthquake: Five lessons in construction after a decade of analysis

A decade after the quake, engineers say steel buildings proved far tougher than expected, with extra no-damage protection costing little more.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 18th May 2021
Housing market hotter than ever despite LVRs and Government intervention
Construction

Housing market hotter than ever despite LVRs and Government intervention

Record prices and a 14-year sales high show New Zealand's housing market is still racing ahead despite tighter lending rules and tax changes.

By Michael Curreen • 10 min read • Thu, 15th Apr 2021
Advances in construction long overdue
Smart Cities

Advances in construction long overdue

Poor data and slow adoption are leaving construction late, over budget and responsible for a growing share of emissions.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Apr 2021
Advances in construction long overdue
Smart Cities

Advances in construction long overdue

Digital twin tools could help cut costly delays and emissions, as 90% of infrastructure projects are still late or over budget.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Apr 2021
Top five shifts affecting construction
Construction

Top five shifts affecting construction

Poorer collaboration is slowing projects, but digitisation, prefab and greener materials are reshaping New Zealand and Australia’s building sector.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2021

Global Stories

OEM stories

New tools to help organisations navigate the digital supply chain
Supply Chain

New tools to help organisations navigate the digital supply chain

Global platform SoftwareONE finds a digitised supply chain has become necessary for building business efficiency.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Jun 2021
Interview: The intersection of technology and infrastructure amidst COVID-19
Unified Communications

Interview: The intersection of technology and infrastructure amidst COVID-19

TechDay spoke to Bentley Systems executives Mark Coates and Phil Christensen, who discuss how technology has changed within the infrastructure industry.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Tue, 18th May 2021
Sector training, further investment required in Australian Budget - ANZ cybersecurity vendors
Firewalls

Sector training, further investment required in Australian Budget - ANZ cybersecurity vendors

Greater assistance needed to protect Australian businesses and employees from cyber threats, according to an industry expert.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Fri, 14th May 2021
Hitachi Vantara announces advancements to the Lumada platform
Storage

Hitachi Vantara announces advancements to the Lumada platform

Hitachi Vantara has announced advancements to the Lumada software platform to aid in the digital transformation of industrial processes.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 7th May 2021
Phishing, monetary gain and supply chain attacks characterise cybercrime
Malware

Phishing, monetary gain and supply chain attacks characterise cybercrime

Cybercrime trends in 2020 included increased phishing attacks, monetary gain, and supply chain attacks, according to a report by Keysight Technologies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Apr 2021
Overcoming the barriers to EDI adoption for better return on investment
Supply Chain

Overcoming the barriers to EDI adoption for better return on investment

Incorporating new technology into a business requires thorough assessment, but addressing barriers to adoption is essential for success.

By John Delaney • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Apr 2021
The secret ingredients to supply chain tech success
Internet of Things

The secret ingredients to supply chain tech success

Real-time visibility, predictive insights, decision support, and collaborative execution are key to supply chain success. #SupplyChain #Logistics.

By Cas Brentjens • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Mar 2021
Procore appoints new global channel lead, looks to expand into new markets
Construction

Procore appoints new global channel lead, looks to expand into new markets

Procore appoints Clare Wharrier as senior director of global channel to lead company's partner program and scale its construction technology ecosystem.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Mar 2021
ANZ construction industry recognises opportunity for innovation following COVID-19
Construction

ANZ construction industry recognises opportunity for innovation following COVID-19

Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) construction companies are leading the regional COVID-19 recovery, with 30% prepared for the new normal.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021

Stories from Other Regions

OEM stories

Trackunit continues expansion into APJ region with Sydney office
Construction

Trackunit continues expansion into APJ region with Sydney office

Trackunit expands in Asia Pacific with new Australian office and regional headquarters in Singapore, aiming to advance digitization in the construction sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th May 2021