In addition to conventional methods, alternatives have been developed that deploy prefabrication, pre-assembly, design standardisation and/or automation to some degree and these are collectively referred to as Modern Methods of Construction (MMC)..

Ideally, this would be a neutral broker, such as Government.And there is even a partial precedent here in the UK in the form of G-Cloud, the UK Government’s Digital Marketplace for cloud technology and specialist digital services..

Creating a digital marketplace for construction procurement would have benefits that far outweigh the challenges.Even the steps on the journey, as focus on interoperability, data standards and consistent specifications, would help accelerate the digital shift that is already underway.There is plenty to think about, but I hope we can continue the debate and, together, create the common vision that will add a whole new dimension to our journey of transformation.. To learn more about our Design to Value approach and Modern Methods of Construction, sign up for our monthly newsletter here:.

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It must be as efficient as possible, and house some of the most advanced technology in the world, and yet feel human and welcoming.Modernising the planning process in this way would drive efficiency, enhance quality and benefit everyone involved, directly and indirectly..

This project has concrete and practical deliverables, therefore, but will also make a significant contribution towards a digitally enabled development industry.A key principle for us is collaboration and engagement with others in the field..

This project has been a collaboration between the London Borough of Southwark, the Centre for Digital Built Britain, Bryden Wood and 3DRepo.. Benefits of a digitised planning process.The benefits of a seamless end-to-end digital planning process will be many and wide-reaching.