Systematic Learning: Construction Needs an Open Loop
When an aircraft has a serious incident, a sequence kicks in that construction would not recognise. A protected recorder is recovered. Independent investigators who had nothing to do with the...
There Are Two Kinds of Planning in Construction. Most of Us Were Taught the Wrong One
Most project managers are taught to plan for the argument, not the finish. It is rarely said out loud, but it is how the industry behaves. We build the programme,...
Construction’s Biggest Cause of Delay Is the One Thing Nobody Teaches
Ask construction people what causes delay, and they tell you the same thing they have told every survey for the last decade. Not the weather. Not money. Not a difficult...
Empowering Lasting Change in Your Organisation
Change is never easy, but it becomes far more achievable with the right partner, one who is invested in your long-term success, not just a quick fix. At Constructing Culture...
Transforming Underperforming Projects for Lasting Success
Are you grappling with an underperforming project, struggling to unite teams or embed lasting change? At Constructing Culture, we believe that true transformation comes not just from fixing problems, but...
The “Live Loop” Framework: How Feedback Drives Performance Gains
The "Live Loop" Framework: How Continuous Feedback Drives 10% Performance Gains Can a continuous feedback loop transform operational efficiency? Yes. By shifting from monthly post-mortems to a live, daily feedback loop,...
The Secret to Project Management: Persistence (and a Phone)
The Secret to Project Management: Persistence (and a Phone) I watched The Founder for the first time last week (late to the party, as ever!). While Roy Kroc’s philosophy doesn't apply to...
The Real Cost of UK Construction: Why Margins Are Not the Problem
Why Margins Aren’t the Problem In the UK construction industry, one misconception refuses to die: “Construction is expensive because contractors and consultants are making huge profits.” It sounds plausible, but the...
Construction Doesn’t Need Another Initiative it Needs a Black Box
Construction Doesn’t Need Another Initiative, it Needs a Black Box. And It’s About Time We Admitted It. I've just re-read Matthew Syed's Black Box Thinking, one of my favourite books...
Is Your Culture Fit for Purpose?
The Litmus Test: Is Your Culture Fit for Purpose? In the construction industry, "culture" is often a coat of paint on a crumbling wall. We cite it in bid documents...