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Action-Focussed Meeting Minutes
Streamline your meetings with Buttress Action-Focused Minutes. Say goodbye to lengthy notes and unclear tasks.
Nov 8, 20241 min read


To Tender or not to Tender
Evaluating a Tender Opportunity: Key Questions to Ask Yourself So you’ve been asked to tender on a project. Now what? What are your...
May 24, 20246 min read


7 Step plan to rapidly improve your construction business
There are infinite things to do but there is only one of you. There are hundreds of bits of advice from friend’s staff and everyone...
Mar 6, 20243 min read


Why the construction industry needs Buttress BuildOS
What is Buttress Build OS? It’s a simple operating procedure for small construction and trade businesses. It integrates forms, checklists...
Jan 10, 20242 min read


Unpacking the NSW Building Commission Legislation
The construction industry in New South Wales is facing a significant shift with the introduction of new legislation by the NSW Building...
Dec 15, 20234 min read


Why I said to my staff - “Forget the Sales Funnel - Just help people”
A good doctor knows to treat the patient and not the ailment. Granted, this is an imperfect metaphor but it kind of explains why I have...
Dec 7, 20232 min read


If you’re a Builder or a Site manager with no safety system on your site; do these things first:
It's not uncommon for construction sites to operate without a Work Health and Safety (WHS) system or compliance in place. However, for...
Dec 4, 20232 min read


How you deal with mistakes will define your business and your relationship with clients
Mistakes will happen, sure you can minimise these with better staff, better contractors, better systems, but where humans and human-built...
Nov 20, 20232 min read


Buttress Site Minutes
About Site Minutes Elevate your project efficiency with Buttress Site Minutes. Say goodbye to complex meeting notes. Our solution...
Aug 3, 20231 min read


Fast Meeting Minutes and No RFI’s - 11 tips for reducing admin time with effective meeting minutes
Introduction I like things to be simple so I have combined meeting minutes and RFI’s (request for information) into one schedule and I...
Aug 3, 20235 min read


Buttress Project Checklist
About Project Checklist Introducing Buttress project checklist - the key to managing your projects with ease. Avoid hiccups and ensure a...
Jul 26, 20231 min read


Project Site Commencement Checklist
About Project Site Commencement Checklist Ensure a smooth project kickoff and efficient site operations with our Project Site...
Jul 14, 20231 min read


Why round number are landmines: 7 ways rounding quotes and invoices can unbalance your business
Rounding numbers in financial data: it makes things simple right? - No! In fact it’s a short term fix that sets landmines for everyone...
Jul 10, 20233 min read


Finding and engaging the best Subcontractors and Suppliers
Introduction: In the construction industry, effective collaboration between head contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers is pivotal...
Jun 25, 20233 min read


The GST Trap: Unmasking The Hidden Risks for Australian Builders
The introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in Australia in 2000 fundamentally transformed the nation's taxation landscape....
May 31, 20236 min read


10 tips and tricks for Managing Subcontractor Claims
In this blog post, we share ten tried-and-tested tips to help you manage subcontractor claims more efficiently and avoid potential disputes.
May 11, 20232 min read


Subcontract Claim Management Template
About Subcontract Claim Management Template Take control of your project finances and avoid subcontractor claim disputes with our...
May 5, 20231 min read


9 strategies for surviving a cash crunch
I know this very well, as a building company for 8 years I am uniquely qualified and experienced to tell you about this, and if you’ve...
Apr 6, 20234 min read


How to survive your first client meeting (and get the job!)
Hey there! Are you feeling nervous about your first client meeting? Don't worry, we've got you covered! Our blog is packed with tons of help
Mar 28, 20233 min read


5 Common Mistakes When Quoting
Preparation of an accurate quote or variation to contract is critical to business success but it is surprising how many times builders...
Feb 10, 20232 min read
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