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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
Reflections on Construction Management: Empowerment and decentralisation vs. Detailed Planning and control
I wanted to share some reflections on a really interesting discussion I had with a colleague in the construction industry. We talked...
Oct 11, 20243 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 Lean Principles might just save the building industry from a productivity death spiral
The construction industry, long plagued by stagnant productivity levels, finds itself at a critical juncture. Unlike other sectors that...
Mar 4, 20242 min read
Why is construction so unproductive and backwards?
The construction industry is massive and complex, but the fact that it is made of mostly small, simple businesses may be its Achilles...
Feb 12, 20244 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
Is the tradition of Separate Banking and Accounting Systems a relic of the past?
Will they become unified in an integrated future? Is the future for small businesses payments and accounting - one platform that is fully...
Nov 22, 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
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