Our most recent Supply Chain Update was released this month. While it was welcome news to hear 80% of survey respondents report a resolution to supply chain issues, our findings have confirmed two new challenges set to test building product suppliers into 2024.

AI, and now more specifically, Generative AI is undoubtedly the talk of the town. Here I look at four of the key benefits and opportunities AI could bring to the construction sector. 

Amongst the uncertainty of the current economic outlook, here’s some positivity to focus on.

The Government has published its response to the Commerce Commission’s market study into residential building supplies. Here’s a summary of some of the key actions being taken.

The 2023 EBOSS Construction Supply Chain Q1 Update (Q1 2023 Update) shows that price increases to building products have halved over the past six months and are set to stabilise even further as global pressures lessen and inventories continue to be well stocked.

For those of you involved in assisting with repairs to flood damaged property from North Island flooding, MBIE have published four pieces of information on flood remediation, and also share details on the new claims resolution service.

The latest research into product substitution reflects elevated levels of substitution dominated by short-term factors, and a long-term need to improve on quality of information and consistency of substitution processes.

Suppliers predict that building product prices will increase a further 9% over the next 6 months, according to the latest Construction Supply Chain Update from EBOSS.

Building sector confidence plummets to new lows — 91% of builders say there is not enough qualified staff to meet demand. 

MBIE would like your feedback on whether the transition period for the proposed insulation changes to new residential housing should be extended.