Schrödinger is best known for a thought experiment in which a hypothetical cat could be considered both dead and alive within a box with a radioactive isotope as its fate is linked to a random subatomic event which may or may not occur. I like to use the Schrödinger analogy on projects where a programme…
On most occasions planning software will be dictated within the contract. If it isn’t then your free to choose which software is used for the project. Despite being able to use multiple planning software I certainly have my own preference but understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each software is important. It’s also important to…
Most things in the modern world will either come with an efficiency rating or a way of reading efficiency, whether that is mpg in your car or energy usage on a smart meter. There are so many ways to measure efficiencies but how often do we take a step back and measure how efficient site…
Regardless of your contract type a programme will be a requirement. Some forms of contract base more onus on the programme than others with NEC being probably the most programme centred contract types. If the contract didn’t require a programme would you change anything about your planning practices? If so then maybe your missing the…
A delusional programme is one that looks right but doesn’t operate like a programme should. A pretty broad statement so I will explain what I mean. Once a programme is produced it should be able to react to change that is put into it. If the initial programme was built and linked correctly in the…
In some respects a programme can be just like owning a clapped out old car. Imagine buying an old run around for £500, it might have an MOT on it so your good to go. Use it for a few weeks no problem and then the issues start to arise. You might be alright for…
Cash is important to any business and poor cashflow management has sent plenty of companies under. Most because of inaccurate forecasting not highlighting issues in a time frame for them to be resolved. Leave it too late and its game over! Construction is a project based business and one bad project could have a massive…
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