Software & Technology

Closing the digital divide


Some 312,000 rural homes and businesses are to get access to faster broadband in overhaul of old infrastructure.

Balfour Beatty introduces human recognition standards across UK projects


Balfour Beatty has become the first Tier One contractor to mandate human recognition cameras on certain items of plant and machinery across all its UK operations.

Why leading homebuilder companies have a responsibility to help secure supply chains against cyber threats


Cyber threats increasingly target supply chains across homebuilder businesses in the construction sector and a 2023 survey stated that concern is growing.

Be wary of Artificial Intelligence


AI is now prevalent across all industries, construction included

New void former promises to save time and complexity  


Traditional methods of erecting building structures often involve complex processes that can be labour intensive and time consuming. However, an innovative piece of apparatus designed and developed in the UK is promising to reduce complexity and save time. Before work can start on erecting building structures, preparatory works are typically

The UK Innovation Corridor welcomes Willmott Dixon Construction as a strategic partner


The UK Innovation Corridor (UKIC) London and Cambridge, has announced that Willmott Dixon has agreed a three year commitment to become a strategic partner.

Leeds Beckett University collaboration to drive innovation in construction industry


Leeds Beckett University have partnered YORhub drive innovation in the construction sector

SMEs remain unprepared as cyber threats escalate


SMEs neglect cyber security, making them easy targets for a wide range of attacks, including phishing and ransomware.