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01/09/2026

Great to see RedSky customer John F Hunt Group kicking off the basement construction phase at Tenter House in the City of London.

Delivering major structural schemes at scale, as deep basement builds on tight urban sites, requires immense coordination across plant, labour, subbies, and materials.

When projects of this scale move fast, keeping tight control on site costs and valuation isn't optional; it’s what protects project margins from start to handover.

Managing complex live builds comes down to operational clarity:
Having real-time visibility on live costs versus budget across all site activities.
Streamlining commercial so applications, variations, and cash flow align directly with site progress.

Giving project leads immediate cost data to manage scope creep before it impacts profitability.

Congratulations to the team at John F Hunt as works get underway at Moorfields. Proud to support their commercial and operations as they deliver flagship developments across the UK.

28/08/2026

The Building Safety Regulator expects a continuous, live digital record of every design decision, material change, and inspection right from day one. Yet many construction firms still rely on fragmented, disconnected platforms that fail when site-approved design changes do not update across the rest of the software network. That data integrity gap exposes your operation to severe compliance penalties under Section 88 of the Building Safety Act 2022.

The commercial risk goes far beyond compliance checks. Cybercriminals are actively targeting smart devices and building management systems to breach corporate networks. RICS reports that 27% of facilities management respondents experienced a cyberattack within a 12-month period, and IBM places the global average cost of a data breach at $4.88 million. Relying on basic software tools or disconnected spreadsheets leaves sensitive payroll and project records vulnerable to ransomware and theft.

Protecting your safety-critical golden thread demands an enterprise-grade ERP with verified ISO 27001 certification and guaranteed UK data residency. Keeping your databases hosted locally within UK borders simplifies vendor risk management, ensures low latency, and secures your entire commercial operation under familiar UK law.

Read the full insight here: https://www.redskyit.com/insights/data-sovereignty-golden-thread-iso-27001-erp/

Discover why UK construction firms must prioritise data security and ISO 27001 certification to meet BSA requirements and protect project information.

26/08/2026

RedSky customer, Knights Brown Construction, have reported a massive surge in performance for the year ending 31 March 2026:

• Pre-tax profit up 64% to £4.6m (up from £2.8m)

• Turnover climbed to £136.3m (up from £116.4m)

• Pre-tax margin expanded from 2.4% to 3.4%

Group Managing Director Kevin Valentine attributed this growth to "robust controls", "increased efficiencies", and "disciplined commercial management".

When growing contractors combine strategic project selection with tight operational and commercial controls, the results speak for themselves.

Read More here: https://www.constructionnews.co.uk/financial/profit-soars-at-hampshire-contractor-as-increased-efficiencies-take-hold-20-08-2026/

📩 Message us to explore how RedSky gives construction teams the real-time visibility they need to drive profitability.

Hampshire-headquartered contractor Knights Brown Construction boosted its profit by more than half after it implemented extra efficiencies into the

20/08/2026

Contract awards are up, but planning approvals have taken a noticeable hit.

Data from Construction News points to a split pipeline: short-term awards are surging, but fewer schemes are clearing planning. This leaves contractors balancing two realities:

1. Right now: A packed schedule clearing awarded work.

2. On the horizon: Tighter margins as upcoming tenders slow down.

When site activity picks up, costs move just as fast. Rapid growth often hides budget slips until month-end applications reveal the damage. If pipeline volume drops later, the contractors who stay ahead are the ones relying on live financial data - not last month's spreadsheets.

Protecting margins comes down to three operational priorities:

• Real-time cost-to-complete tracking to catch labour or material spikes early.

• Aligning site progress directly with commercial accounting to protect cash flow.

• Knowing true margin positions across all live projects before taking on new commitments.

Busy sites generate revenue, but real-time visibility keeps the business healthy when market conditions shift. Are your project managers and finance teams working off the same live numbers, or are you still reconciling at month-end? Get in touch to chat through how other contractors are handling live cost control.

18/08/2026

Is surface-level confidence masking a cash-flow crisis on your job sites? 🛑

Despite improving industry confidence statistics, cash flow remains one of the sector's biggest silent vulnerabilities. Delayed payments, supply chain bottlenecks, poor visibility over CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation), and manual processes mean profits are often eaten away before projects even finish.

Confidence means nothing if your cash flow isn't protected by real-time visibility.

RedSky Construction ERP directly solves these financial vulnerabilities:

By replacing manual workflows with automated CIS processing and streamlined invoicing, RedSky drastically speeds up your payment cycles. More importantly, its integrated CVR reporting delivers live cost-to-complete metrics and total visibility over subcontractor applications, so you can catch margin erosion and cash flow traps long before month-end surprises hit your bottom line.

📩 Message us today to learn how RedSky Construction ERP brings total financial control back to your commercial teams!

13/08/2026

Under stringent CIS enforcement rules, subcontractor non-compliance within a supply chain can lead directly to heavy HMRC penalties. A major compliance failure or unmonitored supply chain error exposes construction firms to financial penalties of up to 30% of lost tax.

Relying on fragmented spreadsheets or delayed, retrospective accounting methods leaves dangerous blind spots in subcontractor records and status decisions. Commercial leaders who proactively switch from manual workarounds to centralised, real-time CIS tracking eliminate these compliance risks before HMRC ever gets involved.

Learn how to safeguard your business from supply chain non-compliance and secure your operations: https://www.redskyit.com/construction-software-resources/hmrc-should-have-known-cis-compliance/

Are you liable for CIS fraud deep in your supply chain? Learn how HMRC's "should have known" rule impacts you, and how to protect your GPS.

11/08/2026

When evaluating a new ERP software, having a long list of features is only the starting point.
The real test is whether those capabilities operate together seamlessly.

To move away from manual guesswork and protect project margins, contractors should prioritise ERP solutions that connect site operations directly to commercial and financial workflows.

Key features to look for include live cost tracking that logs purchase orders as instant commitments, construction-specific accounting built to handle CIS deductions, retentions, and payment applications, automated procure-to-pay workflows that match supplier invoices against GRNs, centralised document management with version control, and real-time business analytics for proactive CVR reporting.

Choosing an ERP with total integration ensures your field and office teams operate on a single source of truth to deliver accurate financial control across every project.

Discover the essential ERP capabilities your commercial and finance teams need to protect margin and streamline operations: https://www.redskyit.com/construction-software-resources/key-features-erp-construction-software/

Discover why integration matters more than feature lists when choosing construction ERP software. Request a demo today!

06/08/2026

UK construction confidence has jumped to 56%, its highest level this year! 📈

According to the latest Lloyds Business Barometer, over two-thirds of construction firms expect activity to rise, with 65% planning to scale up their workforce as demand picks up.

After months of market uncertainty, businesses are shifting focus from day-to-day survival to long-term growth..

However, rapid scaling brings significant financial risk. Managing increased project volumes without real-time financial tracking can quickly lead to cost overruns, cash flow bottlenecks, and squeezed margins.

Our construction ERP software gives you real-time visibility over costs, valuations, and cash flow across every project. As your workload ramps up, it ensures your teams stay in total control of margins and financial reporting.

💬 Message us today to learn how RedSky Construction ERP keeps your finances secure as you scale.

04/08/2026

It’s no longer just about physical site safety, it’s about protecting your data and your supply chain.

"The answer is not to resist technological change but to recognise that digital risks now deserve the same attention as traditional physical hazards."

Read Insurance Business UK's full article here: https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/uk/news/construction-engineering/constructions-most-overlooked-risks-arent-on-site--theyre-in-the-cloud-and-the-supply-chain-584513.aspx

Transitioning your supply chain to the cloud shouldn't mean taking on more risk; it should mean gaining more control.

RedSky SCM is built specifically for the construction industry to provide secure, end-to-end visibility of your entire supply chain, ensuring compliance and protecting your data every step of the way.

Build smarter, and more securely, with RedSky.

30/07/2026

The UK construction industry is set for a tough stretch, with output predicted to drop by 3.3% in 2026 before a slow recovery in 2027, according to the latest CPA report. 📉

With product price spikes expected in the second half of the year and new tariffs pushing up material prices, contractors are warned that supply chain volatility is here to stay.

When material costs fluctuate rapidly and project timelines shift, fragmented procurement processes and manual supplier tracking leave your bottom line exposed to severe margin erosion. Protecting your profitability starts with building an agile, highly visible supply chain.

RedSky’s Supply Chain Management (SCM) software simplifies your entire purchasing process, from orders and deliveries to managing subcontractors. By giving your team real-time visibility into material costs and supplier commitments, RedSky helps you stay ahead of price hikes and keep projects moving on budget.

💬 Message us today to learn how RedSky SCM software can help you control material costs and protect your supply chain from unexpected shocks.