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Read article →Discover why projects experience cost overruns, delays and recovery. Learn how project readiness, governance and cost assurance improve delivery…
Read article →October 16, 2026 Our webinar with Built Intelligence Academy and CICES, we explored why transparency alone does not guarantee that costs are…
Read article →Delivering Energy Transition Investments
Read article →This report examines the evolving role of audit and assurance on infrastructure projects, the 2026 outlook for infrastructure and construction, and…
Read report →This report examines key commercial assurance and governance best practices in contract management, with a particular focus on the correct…
Read report →UK Capex Strategy Risks. Capex investment in infrastructure is expected to grow by 3.6% annually from 2026 to 2030, representing a £113 billion, risks
Read article →This report explores the advantages and challenges of integrated delivery teams (IDTs), examines commonly used models, and assesses the role of audit…
Read report →This report explores how data standards are set, their impact on contract requirements, and the value of audit and assurance in verifying compliance.…
Read report →In today's complex infrastructure landscape, supply chain management is increasingly acknowledged as a vital element of project success.
Read article →[ Green Finance and Investing in Sustainability Discover how green finance and sustainability investing are reshaping the global economy, fostering…
Read article →UK PM Starmer pledges to cut emissions by 81% by 2035 at COP29, leading the way for sustainable climate action and a greener UK economy.
Read article →Explore NESO's latest advice to the UK on reaching 95% clean power by 2030, focusing on renewable expansion, energy flexibility, and infrastructure…
Read article →Explore Budget 2024's tax increases, including national insurance, CGT, and VAT, and their potential impact on UK businesses and individuals.
Read article →Sustainable funds hit $3.5T AUM in 2024, outpacing traditional funds in returns. Despite slower inflows, they show strong growth and resilience.
Read article →NISTA will streamline UK infrastructure by uniting strategy, delivery, cutting costs, and improving timelines. Discover how this new authority will…
Read article →The UK government invests £21.7 billion in carbon capture projects, creating 50,000 jobs, boosting private investment, and accelerating the path to…
Read article →Learn how effective stakeholder engagement, change management, and sustainable cost practices ensure the success of infrastructure projects.
Read article →Fintech Innovations Revolutionising Finance In today’s rapidly evolving digital world, fintech Innovations are revolutionising finance. These…
Read article →UK infrastructure resilience standards In an era increasingly shaped by digital technologies and the mounting effects of climate change, the…
Read article →AI for business decarbonisation As climate change concerns intensify, companies around the world are recognising the connection between environmental…
Read article →In this report, we emphasise the value of audit and assurance on major infrastructure projects in ensuring transparency, accountability, and…
Read report →UK construction sector recovery and challenges 2024 The UK construction industry continued its upward momentum in August 2024, marking the sixth…
Read article →Effective Construction Cost Management Strategies The construction industry, marked by its complex nature and dynamic environment, presents unique…
Read article →The sustainability is driving a new shift in finance and investment decisions In a recent report, Cushman & Wakefield, revealed that ESG…
Read article →Significant Milestone in Europe’s Decarbonisation A significant milestone in Europe’s decarbonisation journey has been marked by the launch of the…
Read article →Tightening ESG Ratings Regulation to Curb Greenwashing As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors become increasingly central to…
Read article →In Key Output 15, our multi-disciplinary steering group sought to address critical…
Read article →The role of data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and process standardisation on…
Read article →Contract management is set to undergo decades of change as a result of recent…
Read article →A £3 billion project to transform Scotland's Loch Ness into a massive energy storage facility is moving forward. Glen Earrach Energy (GEE) is…
Read article →INTRODUCTION According to a study by McKinsey & Company, 30% of large infrastructure projects face cost overruns of 20% or more, underscoring the…
Read article →Rising Interest Rates and Housing Slump Hit Construction Hard The UK infrastructure projects, and the construction industry is facing a challenging…
Read article →Advanced Digital Infrastructure skills development is another critical area. A thriving digital economy requires a workforce
Read article →Rachel Reeves announces £7.3bn National Wealth Fund to boost UK infrastructure projects, aiming to attract private investments.
Read article →As the new government takes office, here are the key infrastructure decisions in energy, transport, and planning. Here is a look at the significant…
Read article →The UK Government’s Plans for Infrastructure and Environment Challenges Infrastructure and Environment Challenges The UK government's plans for…
Read article →Introduction to Financial Strategies Approximately 43% of UK SMEs rely on external financing, yet many fall prey to the allure of expensive…
Read article →Embedding Design Principles in Infrastructure Projects In a significant stride towards enhancing the efficacy of major infrastructure projects, the…
Read article →How can renewed investment in the National Grid unlock major growth opportunities across various sectors and regions? National Grid has recently…
Read article →The insights and answers to various questions are elaborated on in this KO15 report, which is essential reading for the wider industry as…
Read report →-Cecelia Fadipe (FMCA), CFBL Consulting Overview This report examines the compelling case for businesses to invest in sustainability and…
Read article →Strategies for Optimising Cost Assurance on Major Projects -Cecelia Fadipe (FMCA), CFBL Consulting Overview The scope of this report encompasses a…
Read article →-Cecelia Fadipe (FMCA), CFBL Consulting The Business Case for Innovation in A Volatile Market Understanding why innovation is important "According to…
Read article →The role of data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and process standardisation on infrastructure cost estimates and assurance is expected to…
Read report →-Cecelia Fadipe (FMCA), CFBL Consulting The Integral Role of ESG in Contemporary Infrastructure Development ESG is recognised as a crucial element in…
Read article →Cecelia Fadipe (FMCA) - CFBL Understanding the Cost of Living and Inflation in the UK The United Kingdom is currently grappling with a confluence of…
Read article →Download Report Cecelia Fadipe – CFBL What is sustainable infrastructure? In 2019, global infrastructure investment hit $1.46 trillion,…
Read article →Cecelia Fadipe, FCMA -CFBL Consulting Challenges of Sustainable Development The most important lesson is recognising that sustainability is a…
Read article →Challenges of Sustainable DevelopmentThe most important lesson is recognising that sustainability is a catalyst for transforming business models and…
Read article →-Cecelia Fadipe Developing a Cost Assurance Strategy The mission is to provide leaders and funders of infrastructure projects with assurance of cost…
Read article →Contract management is set to undergo decades of change as a result of recent advancements in generative AI. The creation, evaluation, and tracking…
Read report →Cecelia Fadipe Commercial and Financial controls From a recent survey just 17% of SME businesses state that they have the right formal risk…
Read article →Cecelia Fadipe - CFBL Why is assurance necessary for sustainable projects? Given that socially responsible investing (SRI) grew by more than 22% to…
Read article →Cecelia Fadipe - CFBL Why is cost assurance important? in today's dynamic and competitive world, ensuring cost control in major projects is vital. It…
Read article →-Cecelia Fadipe Challenges in financial strategy Financial strategy is not just a necessity; it is the lifeblood that fuels business growth, empowers…
Read article →In Key Output 12, our steering group examines the Current Challenges with People and Cost Assurance and Audits on Infrastructure Projects. This…
Read report →Green Energy Infrastructure The best chance we have at building a sustainable and fair future is to invest in green energy infrastructure…
Read article →[By Cecelia Fadipe] Background to Resilience in Construction Some studies indicate that return on investments on resilience is four times greater…
Read article →What are the benefits of strategic planning? "A strategic plan increases operational efficiency and helps determine critical company-wide leadership…
Read article →In Key Output 11, our steering group examines the risks, market forces and supply chain challenges. We discuss the topic as usual from a…
Read report →"The infrastructure sector sits at a collision point of global disruptions, including shifts in capital availability, evolving social and…
Read article →The biggest challenges facing the global economy Economic Recession Many nations implemented recovery measures to reduce economic recession and many…
Read article →What is Open Book Accounting? The process of procuring work where contractors are paid on the basis of transparent accounting records showing the…
Read article →What is Net-Zero Target? Achieving a balance between the number of greenhouse gases added to the atmosphere and the number removed is known as…
Read article →What are the causes of disallowed costs? On infrastructure projects, costs will be incurred to procure needed products, services, and resources to…
Read article →Strategic Planning and Capex Overview "Capex investments are vital for the developing, enhancing or acquisition of physical infrastructure assets or…
Read article →Cecelia Fadipe - FMCA Open Book Accounting Overview Open book accounting (OBA) plays a vital role in the procurement and delivery of government…
Read article →ESG Impact The current financial landscape is changing rapidly therefore business models need to evolve quickly. The propagating demand for financial…
Read article →An Agile Business Model and Robust Controls For businesses to be resilient, strategic business planning is key. This involves having an agile…
Read article →What is meant by Capex? Capital expenditure (CAPEX) is a company investment in fixed, physical, non-consumable assets, like a building, a computer,…
Read article →Investments in Technology and Digital In this report, we examine how over the last two decades significant investments and changes in technology and…
Read article →Sustainability KPI Measurement and Reporting Sustainability is a new source of competitive advantage in business and it is now business-critical…
Read article →Project Costs During the life cycle of a project, as the project goes through design, build, testing and commissioning phases, the need for detailed…
Read article →Overview of the Balanced Scorecard and the four Key Perspectives A balanced scorecard (BSC) is a framework that businesses can use to help plan…
Read article →Capital Expenditure Capital is any short-term asset with the ability to generate new or increased value. Capital expenditure - abbreviated as “CapEx”…
Read article →Globalisation Due to the changing landscape of today’s business world, having a sustainable commercial strategy is now critical for all businesses.…
Read article →What is Open book Accounting Open book accounting (OBA) is a practice popular in supply chain management and in its simplest form, it is a safer…
Read article →The world is unravelling and changing by the minute, and so are the infrastructure projects being delivered globally. This month, we examine the…
Read article →A data-driven World For many large businesses, data analytics is already at the heart of their decision making. It is well documented that while cash…
Read article →Cost Assurance in Practice Once a construction contract is underway businesses and individuals alike tend to struggle with effectively monitoring and…
Read article →The Statistics Do you know that most businesses fail, particularly in the first three years? According to the Office of National Statistics, the UK…
Read article →1. Build a Sustainable Business Strategy Do you know that there is a simple business strategy you may be overlooking? Incorporating a charitable…
Read article →Following the inaugural meeting of our multidisciplinary steering group, on cost assurance and audit of infrastructure projects and contracts, we are…
Read article →Read more to find out what every business and infrastructure project, commercial, finance, risk, management, and audit team must know this quarter.…
Read article →Cost Assurance & Audit Standards There is presently no standard for cost assurance and audit on major infrastructure projects which complements…
Read article →Delivering cost assurance and audit training and workshops to commercial, finance and procurement teams in Network Rail and across their supply chain…
Read article →Our Key Output 10 (KO10) looked at the future assurance of infrastructure projects and construction contracts. Including relevant questions and…
Read report →KO9 examines the future assurance of infrastructure projects and construction contracts. We discuss these topics from a multidisciplinary perspective…
Read report →In our Key Output 8 (KO8), we emphasise the importance of leveraging technology to drive cost assurance and support the audit of infrastructure…
Read report →We shared our Key Output 7 – Cost assurance and audit in practice with the industry. This guidance document answers many frequently asked questions…
Read report →This quarter we look at cost reporting in Key Output 6. This is a broad concept, from the spectrum of factors to be considered for effective cost…
Read report →In August 2021, our wider industry shared our key output 5 – People Perspectives. This incorporates high-level guidance led by Network Rail/High…
Read report →In April 2021, our multidisciplinary steering group shared our Key Output 4 – Legal Perspectives with the industry. This contained insights and…
Read report →Summary guidance and the latest thinking on Frameworks and Standards led by Turner & Townsend and The Orange Partnership. This includes the latest…
Read report →In September 2020, following the inaugural meeting of our multidisciplinary steering group in June 2020, we shared our Key Output 1 with the wider…
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