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Why has modern construction innovation stalled, even when the benefits seem obvious? Offsite and modular builds can bring speed, quality, and safety. Yet across Australia, adoption remains limited. From what I’m seeing, it’s not a lack of will, it’s the systems that haven’t caught up. Our construction code and contracts still assume traditional delivery, leaving project owners cautious and supply chains hesitant to invest. If we want to make modern methods of construction mainstream, we need frameworks that match the ambition — contracts and assurance models that provide confidence, not barriers. That's one of the topics we explore in MinterEllison’s Infrastructure Horizons report: https://lnkd.in/gAuuvqVB How is your organisation approaching MMC? I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Australia’s $213 billion infrastructure pipeline is a huge opportunity — but delivering it looks increasingly difficult, in part due to stagnating productivity. Just deploying more people is unlikely to be the whole answer – even if that were a realistic and available solution. How can we work smarter, and make the most of the tools and people we already have? Three big levers could include: 1️⃣ Technology adoption – Going digital by default, for example with Building Information Modelling to cut rework and speed up decisions. Also, increasing use of offsite fabrication and modular solutions where its make sense to do so. 2️⃣ Skills development – Recent figures show a rise in construction apprentices, but we need to focus on completion rates and mentoring to get the most out of investment in people. Ensuring multi-skilling and embracing new construction methods is also important. 3️⃣ Smarter labour market settings – This could include streamlining licensing and improving mobility between jurisdictions, so the right skills reach the right projects. I’d love to hear how your organisation is seeking to address productivity in the infrastructure sector and beyond. Read our report: https://lnkd.in/gFQGhdnk