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OmTrak's Wish List for the Construction Industry in 2025

OmTrak’s Wish List for the Construction Industry in 2025: Building a Better Tomorrow

Discover OmTrak’s wish list for the construction industry in 2025. Explore key goals such as prioritising validated data, enhancing project governance, and integrating sustainable practices to improve efficiency and drive innovation.

OmTrak - Embracing Change for Safe Efficient Facilities

Embracing Change for Safer, Efficient Facilities

Building Manuals: Embracing Change for Safer, Efficient Facilities The Building Confidence Report (BCR) In 2018, the Building Confidence Report (BCR) was tabled by State and Territory Building Ministers in response to concerns regarding building defects and cladding fires. One of its key recommendations was the need for comprehensive Building Manuals for commercial buildings. These manuals … Read more

Boosting Building Sector Productivity: The Missing KPI

Boosting Building Sector Productivity: The Missing KPI

Are you frustrated with the sluggish pace of progress in the construction industry? Do you ever wonder why, despite the rapid advancements in technology, we’re still struggling to improve productivity in the building sector? Let’s delve into the issue of poor productivity in the construction industry and explore potential solutions that can help us move … Read more

OmTrak Manuals Module Update

New OmTrak Manuals Module: Intuitive UI and Advanced Functionality

In the ever-evolving landscape of construction project management, staying ahead of the curve is imperative. The latest advancement for OmTrak comes in the form of an updated Manuals Module. Let’s delve into the transformative attributes of the new OmTrak Manuals Module that are set to reshape the construction documentation landscape.

Building Manuals in Victoria

Building Manuals in Victoria: A Big Step Towards Safer and More Informed Buildings

The Australian state of Victoria has recently taken a significant stride towards ensuring safer and more transparent construction practices with the introduction of new legislation mandating Building Manuals as a prerequisite for obtaining an occupancy certificate. This move comes as a part of the national building reforms proposed in the Shergold/Weir Building Confidence Report (BCR), … Read more

OmTrak Website Redesigned and Refreshed

Redesigned and Refreshed: OmTrak.com Gets a Vibrant Makeover!

Hey there, fellow web enthusiasts and OmTrak aficionados! We’ve got some exciting news to share – OmTrak.com, your go-to platform for seamless construction project management, has undergone a fantastic transformation! We’re thrilled to give you a look into the changes that have been made. So, grab a cup of coffee and take a few minutes … Read more

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UK Government Building Safety Bill – Key Measures

The new Bill is in response to the Dame Judith Hackitt’s review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety, which highlighted a need for significant cultural and regulatory change following the Grenfell Tower Disaster.