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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟭 – 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 Yesterday's speech in the commons was interesting and the first real clash between the new Government and the Opposition. Much of what was announced was largely expected, although it will be interesting to see what the office for Value for Money will comprise of, and whether it will be separate to the GCO. What are your thoughts or predictions on this? In terms of the 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗼𝗳 £𝟯𝗯𝗻, how can the Government do this without the scraping of complete programmes? Engaging with the departmental Commercial teams early enough is key. These teams will have the expertise and tools to deliver savings on 3rd party spend and, for large complex deals, the departments are able to utilise the Cabinet Offices CTT team. So, what are the tools that Commercial can use to help: ⚫ The Sourcing Playbook outlines some key processes that are designed to ensure VfM. Market Engagement is a key element of this, and a tool not used enough. Getting to know your suppliers and their capabilities will help departments shape requirements and understand if what is readily available in the marketplace will help save on development costs (particularly in IT). ⚫ Building on the Market Engagement work, DMAs and SCMs are designed to identify the optimum delivery model and where there are savings to be had. Understanding the market capability will allow departments to look at where, in the delivery model, cost drivers are hidden and where savings can be made. ⚫ If a contract is already in place, all is not lost if there are the right provisions in the contract. Work can be done with departmental suppliers to look at the Supply Chain and determine areas that could be more efficient to reduce delivery costs. AI continues to advance and so could be used to streamline key process internally and within the supply chain. 👀 Watch this space for Part 2, where we will discuss the impacts the decisions on some key infrastructure projects will have. Interested in discussing this further? Reach out to our Head of Public Sector, Darren Blackburn. #prebudget #departmentalsavings #cabinetoffice #publicsector #government

In the April issue of Construction Business Owner Magazine & Digital Media, Marty McCarthy, CPA, CCIFP, Marcum LLP's Mid-Atlantic Construction Leader, shares insight in his article, “4 Key Areas for Optimal Cash Flow Management,” for those in the industry navigating post-stimulus uncertainty, inflation, and labor issues.   Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/edcXnHtQ.   #ConstructionIndustry #BuildingSuccess #CashFlowManagement

"What is the most significant challenge your city faces in maintaining it's road infrastructure? The overwhelming answer: ↳ Limited Budget! Limited budgets are extremely tough to work with, and we understand that. Focusing on what money is budgeted, and how you can work with that budget is important. but... Even with a limited budget, improvements can be made. It's all about analyzing the data and focusing on what needs improved We advocate for a data-driven approach to decision-making. By analyzing the available data, we uncover valuable insights that inform targeted strategies for improvement. Whether it's streamlining processes, enhancing efficiency, or implementing cost-effective solutions, our focus remains on maximizing the value derived from every investment. → Overall, it's not solely the size of the budget that determines success, but rather the resourcefulness with which it is managed. #pavementmanagement #pavementmaintenance #pavementpreservation #budget

The results are in…. If budget constraints are limiting your ability to improve your roadway networks, l can guarantee that we can help. As a matter of fact, I’ll personally be in the City of Vero Beach’s Council chambers at the end of the month addressing this very thing! Data collection, condition assessments, reports, charts and graphs are great, but these just state “The Facts”. Facts tell…stories sell… If you are looking to gain additional funding approval, presenting a story, data, and map driven plan to decision makers will be key. This is just one of PMG’s differentiators within the industry. Simply put… We help identify the true budget and treatments required to meet the goals and objectives specific to YOU! Data-driven decisions today, better roadways tomorrow. I am personally hosting some demos to provide maximum value to those who are ready to take real action. Get started on your pavement management journey today 👇🏻 https://lnkd.in/gNqkqWEP Pave the Way 👊🏻

Funding, condition, and overall level of service are inextricably linked…it’s just a balancing act that historically society has opted to compromise the condition/level of service of our public infrastructure to minimize financial impacts (raising taxes and service fees is never popular politically). When asked “how did things get so bad?” The answer is simple….slow and steady compromise. I’ll go as far as to say that no public infrastructure has ever been sustainably funded for the condition/level of service the public expects. We will keep optimizing and compromising but eventually the condition/level of service of public infrastructure is going to plateau at the level it is funded at.

As we step into December, let's reflect on the significant progress we've achieved in transforming the property management landscape. Here are a few highlights from the Fjeld Consulting team from the past month 💡: ➕Cost Efficiency and Ancillary Income: We emphasised the necessity of cost efficiency and ancillary income in our recent discussions. Delve into our case study to witness the impact of our strategies in real-world scenarios for yourself 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/eB9iFmab ➕Website Traffic Surge: We've seen a notable increase in web traffic, indicating growing interest in our solutions for reducing waste charges, enhancing facilities maintenance, and securing top-tier internet services! If you missed our last post - you can catch up here 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/es4hX5sH ➕Engaging with Partners: We continued to engage with our partners and clients to explore and implement efficient property management strategies. Ready to transform your approach? Reach out here 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/ekKCyh4P As always we remain grateful to all our clients and partners for being part of this journey. Stay tuned as we continue to innovate and share insights into the world of real estate and property management. #FjeldConsulting #RealEstateInnovation #PropertyManagement #CostEfficiency #AncillaryIncome #StrategicSavings #PBSA #BTR #PRS #BuildToRent #NOI #FjeldFocus

A new Government, an opportunity for a new industry? 🤔 As the UK prepares for a new government, it's time to rethink the construction industry. What if we took a moment to consider a different one? To redesign it from the bottom up. What would it look like? How would it be different? Hannah Vickers, Chief of Staff at Mace, shares her insights on how consultants and contractors can lead the way with better planning, innovative business models, and a focus on value. 🔍Don't miss out on her full piece! Click the link to read the article: https://lnkd.in/dCRBUujD #MaceGroup

Great Article, Point 3 is insightful...

Hannah is right in saying that "what gets measured improves" which is I guess why the traditional QS did a lot of measuring using Standard Methods of Measurement which seems to have fallen out of fashion at least in the infra sector as some of the more favoured forms of contract (options C, D, E for example) do not require measurement in the traditional sense when PWWD is assessed via SCC. NEC is not to blame here as BoQ options exist so what is required is for those who make decisions on the option to allow for a method that will enable measurement.