Procurement stories
Delayed project details are leaving construction firms unable to plan, risking job losses as ministers drip-feed a $2.6 billion infrastructure package.
Construction firms warn that without tender dates, thousands of workers could be laid off despite USD $2.6 billion already allocated.
Unisys was accepted to join NZ Government's online market to make it easier for agencies to access CloudForte framework.
Billions in COVID-19 spending could be used to unlock projects, create jobs and speed New Zealand’s economic recovery, Infrastructure NZ says.
An acute skills shortage is threatening New Zealand construction growth, prompting RICS to train workers amid forecasts of 50,000 more staff needed.
Contractors still need project-by-project details, with major transport work due to wind down within 18 months and risking industry capacity gaps.
Tighter sustainability rules are forcing developers to rethink procurement, as squeezed design budgets are eroding building quality and long-term value.
Australia faces a 1 percent of GDP infrastructure gap as rapid city growth, labour shortages and slower productivity strain new projects.
The deal should improve certainty for contractors and could cut costs as Watercare pursues long-term savings and sustainability goals.
Tighter expectations on consulting and monitoring contractors will leave PCBUs needing clearer records under WorkSafe’s new guidance.
Gamified training could help ease hiring woes in construction, with a new tycoon game aimed at teaching employability skills and industry realities.
A pledge to improve procurement, safety and housing supply aims to ease shortages and lift productivity across the sector.
Contractors and subcontractors face fresh losses as Arrow’s collapse highlights mounting pressure and disputes over risk in New Zealand building work.
More than 600 delegates will hear ministers, mayors and industry leaders discuss funding, transport and planning at Auckland’s biggest infrastructure conference.
Poor procurement could leave New Zealand’s record infrastructure pipeline facing higher maintenance bills and weaker project outcomes.
Civil firms fear a USD $2 billion lull in work could push skills and equipment overseas before rapid transit projects begin.
Specialised procurement is being urged to keep NZD $42 billion in capital spending on schedule, as costs could rise if projects are poorly sequenced.
B2B buyers are more likely to purchase from vendors that offer digital self-serve channels, quick responses, and transparent pricing, says PROS.
Gluh's SaaS platform automates the processes of product selection, quoting, and sales of IT products and services for MSPs.
The COVID-19 pandemic is drastically impacting global supply chains, compelling companies to rethink and reengineer their logistics and procurement strategies.
