Databuild’s 2025 year in review
By Morag Evans, CEO of Databuild In 2025, the construction firms in South Africa that grew were not the ones that chased the most leads. They were the ones that focused on verified opportunities, engaged Read More
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Is it still cold calling if you have valuable data at hand?
Amica- Jade Els, Sales Manager of Databuild Cold calling has long been a common practice in the construction industry. Sales teams reach out to architects, engineers, or contractors with the hope of being considered for Read More
The smarter way to find projects before your competitors do
By Morag Evans, CEO of Databuild In the highly competitive construction sector, timing is everything. Getting in early, whether it is to register interest, specify a product, or plan capacity, often shapes your chances of Read More
Creating a more inclusive construction industry in South Africa
By: Morag Evans, CEO of Databuild With August marking Women’s Month, it offers an opportunity to reflect on the progress we have made and explore ways to support greater participation by women in historically male-dominated Read More
Alternative building technology is the foundation for sustainable construction
As the construction industry pivots towards sustainability, Alternative Building Technologies (ABT) are emerging as a transformative force. These innovative methods and materials are reshaping how civil and building structures are designed, built, and maintained, offering Read More
How to get specified by architects
By: Morag Evans, CEO of Databuild At Databuild, we work closely with building product manufacturers and service providers across South Africa’s construction sector. One of the most common questions we are asked is: “How do Read More
Databuild Project Lead Generation empowers construction companies with critical data
With the construction industry’s reliance on timely and accurate project information, Databuild’s Project Lead Generation service is an indispensable solution. This flagship offering provides a comprehensive B2B online database filled with active contacts, projects, and Read More
Things are looking up for construction in 2025
While economies globally remain volatile – including in South Africa – there are reasons for those in the construction industry to feel optimistic says Morag Evans, CEO, Databuild. This industry finds itself in a unique Read More
Databuild reflects on a year of challenges and growth in the local construction sector
From tackling systemic issues to embracing innovation, the construction sector in South Africa has shown remarkable resilience and adaptability in the face of mounting pressures. This is according to Databuild CEO Morag Evans as she Read More
The evolution of cybersecurity in the construction industry
Morag Evans, CEO of Databuild The increasing connectedness of the world means cyber threats have become a daily occurrence. No sector is safe as cybercriminals look to exploit any weakness to compromise infrastructure and systems, Read More