As we welcome in the New Year and bid farewell to the last, it’s a good time to review our construction businesses and make sure that everything is running as smoothly as possible. The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to get your construction business organised and ready for success.
So whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to build on last year’s success, here are some tips that can help you keep your construction business and projects on track in 2023.
Book Your Projects Early
One of the most important things you can do to ensure a successful year is to book your projects early. This will give you time to account for any potential delays, allowing you to be proactive rather than reactive if there are issues with materials or labour costs. Additionally, booking projects early will allow you to get ahead with planning and scheduling so that no time is wasted when the project begins.
Finally, proactively booking projects can help you get a jump on knowing what type of equipment you’ll need to hire, allowing you to reserve your equipment well in advance and ensure availability on the day of the project.
Organise Equipment servicing
The start of a new year is also a great time to make sure all your equipment is in good working order prior to beginning (or even committing to) any projects. Ideally, you should have all your machines and attachments inspected and serviced regularly by qualified personnel following operating guidelines throughout the year and replace any faulty parts before they cause bigger problems down the road. This will save you money in the long run, as well as reduce downtime due to unexpected repairs or replacements.
Get Up To Speed On Compliance
Before beginning any project it’s essential that you have all of your compliance paperwork in order. Make sure that council approval has been obtained, permits have been filed, and all safety regulations are being met. Having this sorted out prior to starting work eliminates the chance of costly delays should an issue arise further down the line.
Brush Up On Staff Training
Take some time at the start of each new year to review training with staff members who have been working on-site throughout the previous year, as well as getting new personnel up to speed.
Ensure that everyone is up-to-date with any changes in procedures or regulations, as well as familiarised with new materials or equipment they may use during upcoming projects. Making sure everyone is familiar with their tasks eliminates confusion and ensures efficiency once work begins again after the holiday break.
Consider Having Backup Plans For Bad Weather
Construction sites can be vulnerable in times of extreme weather conditions such as floods or high winds, so it’s important that backup plans are in place should such events occur during a project timeline. Having alternative solutions available will minimise losses, so it pays to put some thought into this area prior to commencing work onsite.
Of course, delays extend weather. From material shortages to labour difficulties, there can be any number of issues that stand in the way of a job being completed on time. It’s wise to have contingency plans ready and waiting, should the need arise.
Leverage Technology To Your Advantage
Taking advantage of the many technological advances available to construction businesses can be a great help when it comes to staying organised and efficient. Maybe there’s a new piece of software that can be used to help streamline some of your processes or a new mobile app that can be utilised to keep track of personnel and equipment onsite.
Implementing modern advances in technology can go a long way in reducing time and money spent on labour costs, future-proofing your business, and ensuring accuracy when it comes to filing compliance paperwork.
Orange Hire Is Here To Help You Get The Year Off To A Great Start
Following these simple tips can help get your construction business organised and ready for success in 2023. By taking care of these details upfront, you’ll save yourself valuable time and money throughout the coming year while ensuring quality results for clients every time.
With Orange Hire’s wide variety of construction equipment and tools available for hire, as well as our knowledgeable staff who are ready to answer any questions you may have, we can help ensure your projects run smoothly, on time, and within budget. Contact us today and let us help get your construction business off on the right foot this New Year.
Happy New Year from all of us at Orange Hire, and we look forward to working with you in 2023.
