Northern Ireland faces a growing wastewater crisis that threatens public health, the environment, and local communities. Aging infrastructure, increased population pressures, and climate challenges have combined to create a situation where untreated or poorly treated wastewater often enters rivers, lakes, and coastal waters. Wastewater treatment plant What Is Causing the Wastewater Crisis? Northern Ireland’s wastewater system struggles due to several key factors: Aging Infrastructure Many...

AI in construction is no longer optional. In this episode of Specify Talks, Jonathan Payne and I were joined by Suzanne Hill, founder of AI for SMEs, to break down AI in plain English for construction businesses. This conversation went beyond tools like ChatGPT and focused on what really matters: strategy, people, data, and process. Suzanne shared insights from working with major contractors, scaling construction businesses from £60m to £200m, and why ignoring AI is now a commercial risk. We...

Today, a highly successful Bid Writing Workshop took place in Belfast, bringing together professionals from across the construction sector for an engaging and informative session. Suzanne Hill from AI for SMEs. The workshop provided a comprehensive overview of how to complete both Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) and Invitations to Tender (ITTs). Participants also explored key topics such as quality management, social value in construction, the importance of professional...