Security is often discussed once a project is already taking shape, when attention turns to cameras, access control, detection systems, perimeter protection, and the equipment needed to make them work. By that stage, however, the Read More
By Morag Evans, CEO of Databuild In construction, instinct is still important. People who have worked in this sector for years develop a feel for where activity is moving, which regions are starting to shift, Read More
By: Morag Evans, CEO of Databuild The recent building collapses in South Africa have forced a difficult but necessary shift in how the industry thinks about risk. For years, safety was often treated as a Read More
By: Morag Evans, CEO of Databuild At the beginning of the year, there was cautious optimism that the construction environment, while still constrained, might at least become more predictable. That feeling did not last. Within Read More
By Morag Evans, CEO of Databuild In a recent webinar on South Africa’s construction sector, I was struck by how familiar the themes were, and how urgent they have become. The panel covered everything from Read More
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
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
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
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
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