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Beyond Compliance: Is Your Leadership Ready for the Procurement Act?
investigate "systemic and institutional non-compliance" The Procurement Act 2023 has ushered in a new, demanding era of oversight for...
Martin Perks
Aug 21, 20253 min read
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The Collaboration Paradox: Reconciling Contract and Conduct in UK Construction
Introduction: Our Industry's Cognitive Dissonance The UK infrastructure construction sector is in a state of profound cognitive dissonance. On one hand, it has invested heavily in sophisticated, modern contracts explicitly designed to foster collaboration. On the other, it remains trapped in a commercial model that systemically rewards adversarial behaviour. This is the industry's central paradox: we champion the language of partnership while perpetuating a culture of conflic
Martin Perks
Aug 16, 202513 min read
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Future-Proofing Your Projects: Delivering Certainty with Digital Cost Engineering and behavioural change.
The Multi-Billion Pound Challenge: Why Major Projects Underperform In UK infrastructure, significant cost overruns are not an exception; they are a predictable pattern. Major road schemes have, according to the Infrastructure Projects Authority (IPA) and National Audit Office (NAO), historically seen overspends ranging from 15% to over 60%. The root of this issue is clear: studies show that for complex linear infrastructure projects, 12-48% of overspend is a direct result of
Martin Perks
Aug 12, 20254 min read
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Martin Perks
Aug 8, 20250 min read
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Future-Proofing Your Projects: Delivering Certainty with Martin Perks's Digital Cost Engineering Service
Digital Cost Engineering - Future Proof Your Project The Multi-Billion Pound Challenge: Why Major Projects Underperform In UK...
Martin Perks
Aug 2, 20254 min read
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Maximise Construction Commercial Value with Expert Advisory Services
In the fast-paced world of construction, maximising commercial value is essential for success. Whether you are a contractor, developer,...
Martin Perks
Jul 29, 20255 min read
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Unlocking Commercial Value with Evidence-Based Behavioural Strategies
In today's fast-paced business world, understanding consumer behavior is more crucial than ever. Companies that can tap into the...
Martin Perks
Jul 29, 20254 min read
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Navigating Rapid Scaling Challenges: Expert Business Coaching
In today's fast-paced business world, many companies find themselves in a position where rapid scaling is not just a goal, but a...
Martin Perks
Jul 29, 20254 min read
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