Construction World October 2020

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05 PPE corruption hides biggest picture Government must caution about writing blank cheques for infrastructure projects. 06 Training: survival for contractors in post-COVID world Training is vital in a cutthroat business where margins are paper thin. 12 Innovative technology helping to transform construction business Construction is being driven forward by technology innovations. 20 Certified green offices held their value in tough rental market *UHHQ FHUWLͤHG RͦFHV SURYHG WR EH D EXIIHU LQ D tough pandemic market. 22 Forward planning in cities’ design Harbour Arch will be the newest and slickest mixed-use precinct in Africa. 26 Keeping renewable energy projects in the fast lane -* $IULFD SURYLGHV KLJK TXDOLW\ WUDͦF DQG transportation engineering services. 30 A boost for SA healthcare facilities Well-maintained and fully functioning hospitals have never been more important. 36 Celebrating completion of R377-m Pampoennek Road in Brits This road connect Pampoennek directly to the N4.

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ON THE COVER

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In early 2020, the world changed – and so did construction around the globe. As the industry continues to respond to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has adjusted to weekly and sometimes even daily changes. As the current situation develops, contractors are turning to digital technology to help them weather the storm and build an environment where risk LV PDQDJHG EHWWHU ZLWK VSHHG EHWWHU HͦFLHQFLHV DQG ZLWK cheaper costs in the long term. Procore Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of cloud- based construction software, has proved this and is entering the African market to replicate its success from the international markets alongside its partner Agile Business Technology. Turn to page 24

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