News and Insights
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2020 year in review
Welcome to our first news bulletin of the year, we’re looking ahead to what 2021 will bring, with news of our brand-new website, more system upgrades and what the year holds for the construction industry.
2020 in numbers
There’s no need to remind you that 2020 was a tricky year! But despite the many challenges that had to be overcome, our team continued to innovate and make improvements to help our clients operate in unusual circumstances. To sum it up, in 2020, the GetOnSite team helped deliver over 33K inductions which saved…
- 60 weeks of site managers’ time
- 7 years of contractors’ time
- £41K of site managers’ costs
- £370K of inductees’ costs
- 100 trees
- 16 tonnes of carbon
For more information on our online induction system book a free demo.
System improvements in 2020
We’re always looking to keep our system up to date to provide exceptional user experience, and last year, despite the pandemic, it was no different.
Here are a few of our major system improvements in 2020:
- Ability to design and create bespoke questions to gather useful information
- Enhanced reporting to help with auditing requirements
- Increased number of check-questions for contractors
- COVID-19 health-check questions
- Facility to add notes to inductions logs to record conversations or important information
Innovations and improvements for GetOnSite won’t stop here. Our next planned system upgrades are due to be released early spring 2021.
How Henstaff Construction increased productivity
Specialist building contractor Henstaff Construction Ltd. carry out technically challenging projects and excel at delivering quality buildings that remain operational during refurbishment.
We talked to John Lewis, Construction Manager at Henstaff, to learn how the award-winning company increased productivity and eliminated labour intensive record keeping by moving to online inductions in 2020.
What 2021 holds for the construction industry
The utilisation of modern technology to increase efficiency, reduce costs and mitigate risk is being widely adopted across a range of sectors. Working with experienced and trusted providers to supply digital solutions, businesses can benefit from operational rewards.
In a look ahead at what 2021 holds for the construction industry, Nick Sacke from Comms365 commented, “…the construction industry must set aside outdated processes and management methods, and instead, embrace digital advances and adopt smarter ways of working and technology to bounce back stronger in 2021. Businesses have two choices: either embrace the cultural and digital shift, or risk falling behind and failing.”
Construction industry is recruiting
In December, there were 26,000 job vacancies available in the construction industry, back up to pre-coronavirus levels. Many of the jobs have been uploaded to a recruitment platform launched by the Government and construction industry groups, with new roles being added every week. Candidates can search for jobs on the Construction TRS website.
Sarah Beale, Chief Executive of the Construction Industry Training Board commented “With the level of Government investment in infrastructure, new homes and retrofitting for reducing carbon, we are expecting a big recruitment drive in the New Year.”
Click here for useful tips on securing a job in construction.
New website for GetOnSite coming soon
We have been working very hard to build a brand-new website to meet the needs of our expanding client base. The website is due to be launched mid-January so keep an eye out on social media for news and updates about the launch. You can find us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.
Reasons to be cheerful in 2021
After a year of restrictions, cancelled events and cultural closures, the news that a gradual return to normality is a reason for positivity.
From re-scheduled sporting events to a resumption of cultural celebrations, there are lots of things to look forward to this year, plans permitting of course!
Guide to the best UK events in 2021
We’re preparing for a busy year, get in touch (hello@getonsitefast.com) if you would like to speak to one of the team to find out how online inductions can support your business.
