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Guides, reports, case studies and articles from the Matrak team.
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Company newsMatrak partners with MECLAWe’ve got some exciting news to share — Matrak is now an official sponsor and financial partner for the Materials and Embodied Carbon Leaders’ Alliance (MECLA). And…Read the article 
Industry trendsWhy are construction companies closing in Australia?Since the global pandemic, the construction industry has been in a transformative period of deep change. And 2022 has certainly proved to be a challenging year for…Read the article 
Construction techWhy more head contractors are adopting digital construction softwareThe head contractor plays an important role in any construction project, big or small. They are responsible for sourcing all materials, adhering to schedules, monitoring…Read the article 
Guides13 Supply Chain Visibility Solutions for Common Construction Risks: Part 2Open 
Guides13 Supply Chain Visibility Solutions for Common Construction Risks: Part 3Open 
Guides13 Supply Chain Visibility Solutions to Common Construction Risks: Part 1Open 
Company cultureHow We Refreshed the Matrak BrandIf you’ve explored our website lately, you may have noticed a few changes here and there. New colours. New icons. New fonts. New copy. As Matrak has grown to support…Read the article 
Company cultureWomen Leading Tech Awards 2021Did you know that women in senior level roles in the tech industry hold only 16% of positions? As you go even higher, this number drops even lower – with women holding…Read the article 
Company cultureTop Tips on How to Manage Your Team Remotely [Q&A]Remote working and working from home has become more than a trend – it’s now a necessity for most companies all around the world.Read the article 
Company newsAI Takeoff – Updated Benchmarks and Early AccessSix live projects, an audited ground truth, and full agentic conditions – an addendum to our January system card.Read the article 
Company newsAutonomous AI Organisations With Today’s ModelsWhat we found running AI agents on live commercial construction projects, and the system card behind it.Read the article 
Company newsHow Hickory rapidly scaled to 22+ projects without losing control.Managing construction is hard enough. Add international manufacturing, multiple projects running in parallel, and disconnected reporting systems and the complexity…Read the article 
ConstructionEmbodied Carbon Tracking: How to Get Started with MatrakThe global economy is set for a major shift as sustainability and climate management goals become more closely tied to business decision-making. This shift is driven by…Read the article 
Construction tech3 Reasons Excel Is Holding Your Company Back—And What to Use InsteadExcel vs construction tech… who is the winner?Read the article 
Industry trendsCarbon Accountability: Why Supplier-Based Scope 3 Tracking is Non-NegotiableResponsible for approximately 40% of global emissions, the construction industry must shift how it tracks and mitigates carbon output. There’s no doubt that any efforts…Read the article 
Industry trendsCost Tracking and Financial Management in ConstructionManaging costs and financials in construction isn’t just about balancing the books. It’s about survival and success in a fiercely competitive industry.Read the article 
Industry trendsUnlocking Circularity with Materials Passports (and Matrak)A materials passport is a digital record that details the specifications, origin, lifecycle, and potential future use of building materials. This passport is essential…Read the article 
Industry trends5 Delay Factors in Construction ProjectsMany construction projects miss their deadline to complete the build. And when it’s a big construction project with a global supply chain, the risk of missing deadlines…Read the article 
Industry trendsHow to Create a Construction Waste Management PlanAlthough lean construction principles are fast becoming the norm in the construction industry, excessive materials and waste can still be an issue if A) you haven’t…Read the article 
Construction techWhat Is Construction Procurement?For a project to be successfully built, a construction procurement process should be followed. In fact, procurement is one of the most essential aspects of supply chain…Read the article 
Construction techInventory Management Best Practices for ConstructionThis blog outlines the best practices for inventory management in construction to help you stay on track and within budget.Read the article 
Construction techHow Digital Construction Tools Are Changing the GameDespite consistent technological advancements over the last two decades, and projects becoming increasingly complex, there is a surprising amount of manual processing…Read the article 
Material Tracking4 Ways Suppliers Can Leverage Matrak’s Material Tracking SystemFrom organising shipments and materials to arrive on-site on time to ensuring stakeholders in the supply chain are kept updated on material whereabouts, Suppliers…Read the article 
Company newsMatrak Now Integrates with the Procore PlaformThe word is out! Matrak has partnered with Procore Technologies to integrate materials tracking.Read the article 
Press ReleaseMatrak partners with China’s national building material trade center to boost supply chain transparency and sustainabilityMelbourne, Australia, 20 November 2024- Homegrown tech company Matrakhas partnered with the China Building Material Exhibition/Trade Centre (CBME) to provide real-time,…Read the article 
Product updatesLinking and Associating Your Records in MatrakIn Matrak every material, task, container, stillage, or delivery becomes its own Record and has its own associated ID number. Every record has its own record card that…Read the article 
Product updatesMatrak’s External QR code scanner with Product Manager, Jolin Zhu [Q&A]Matrak’s QR scanner allows you to quickly find and update material and packing list information. Previously only accessible from Matrak’s mobile app, the rise of…Read the article 
Product updatesTrack and maintain quality on your materials with Matrak custom ITP reportsFor onsite subcontractors and Construction Project Managers, Inspection Test Plans & Inspection Test Reports are vital for maintaining a clear, effective record of work…Read the article 
The Matrak NetworkThe Matrak Network: 477 Pitt Street477 Pitt Street is an A Grade office tower in the vibrant Haymarket precinct of Sydney’s CBD.Read the article 
The Matrak NetworkThe Matrak Network: Victoria and VineConstruction is ramping up for Collingwood’s newest residence — Victoria and Vine.Read the article 
The Matrak NetworkThe Matrak Network: 140 Lonsdale Street140 Lonsdale Street, also known as the The Wesley Place precinct, is underway to deliver three future-ready commercial towers. It will be the new home of the Australian…Read the article
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