Insight & Trends

Why Simple Tech Gets Adopted Faster on Site

September 7, 2026

Ask any Operations Director who has rolled out a new site tool - what actually decides whether it sticks, and the answer is rarely the […]

Why Site Managers Lose Control (And How to Get It Back)

August 24, 2026

You're managing a ten-trade residential site. The programme looks tight but feasible. By Week 4, something feels wrong, progress isn't where it should be, but […]

What’s Happening With Steel in the UK? A 2026 Guide for Site Managers

August 20, 2026

On 1 July 2026, the UK government's new steel strategy came into force, and site managers are already feeling the impact. Import quotas for steel […]

Construction Labour Shortage 2026: Why 41,200 Workers Aren’t Enough

July 27, 2026

The UK construction industry faces a structural workforce crisis. The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has just published its 2026–2030 Workforce Outlook, and the numbers […]

Gateway 2 Delays: Who Carries the Risk When Your Project Stalls?

July 6, 2026

A 22-storey residential scheme, a programme built around a prompt start on site, and a Gateway 2 application still sitting with the Building Safety Regulator […]

The Building Safety Levy Is Coming: Are Your Site Records Ready?

June 30, 2026

The Building Safety Levy comes into force on 1 October 2026, just weeks away for most teams currently in programme. For site managers and project […]

Resolving Disputes in Construction – Getting to the Root of the Problem

June 12, 2026

Construction disputes can be incredibly costly. In some cases, they can erode a project's profitability and consume valuable time, resources, and management attention. While disputes […]

Digitalising the Construction Industry: UK Construction Week 2026 Highlights

June 11, 2026

UK Construction Week 2026 Highlights As Head of Product at Site Diary, I am constantly exploring ways to improve our suite of applications and better […]