Digital Beehive Studio

Can disputes be avoided altogether? Construction disputes are generally inevitable, but what if they don’t have to reach the formal escalationprocesses? In Episode 003 of the NECtar Briefings , Lauren Flatt is joined by Glenn Hide (GMH Planning) and, this time, dispute resolution specialist Dave Rimmer (DSR Commercial Services Ltd). Throughout this episode, you’ll learn the practical steps project...

‘What does mutual trust and co-operation actually mean?’ is the theme of this ‘NECtar session’ and the challenges surrounding this subject within the ⁠ NEC Contracts® ⁠ . In this fascinating webinar, Tim Leung, Sean Leung and Glenn Hide examined the NEC4 obligation to act in a spirit of mutualtrust and co-operation through the lens of philosophy, governance and leadership. The session, hosted by M...

The ‘NECtar sessions’ theme is what to do when the Project Manager does not respond, and the challenges surrounding this subject within the NEC Contracts® . The session, hosted by Brad Cahill, our Head of Commercial, explored: 🔸 Why is there no response 🔸 Which NEC clauses need a Project Manager response 🔸 What the Project Manager must respond to and what they don’t have to 🔸 How to encourage...

Is communication the be-all and end-all on construction projects? Spanning verbal instructions, unclear response periods, and inconsistent processes, we unpack how small communication failures can escalate into major project issues. In Episode 002 of the NECtar Briefings, Neil Earnshaw, Nick Ives and Lauren Flatt explore why communication is one of the most underestimated influencers of project pe...

When is a fixed price contract actually the right choice? Fixed price contracts promise cost certainty. Realistically, they often introduce hidden risk, cashflow pressure, and complexchange management challenges. In this episode, Glenn Hide and Neil Earnshaw break down the reality behind fixed price contracting in construction, under NEC4 Option A: Why change management becomes difficult under fix...

We are pleased to present our webinar with guest speaker Lesley Hunt - a catalytic leader with 20+ years’ experience delivering infrastructure across energy, water, transport, and maritime sectors. She specialises in procurement strategy and contract administration, with a focus on clear governance frameworks informed by clean, reliable commercial data, and effective decision-making. With Lesley b...

Under the title ‘Closing the Gap: Subcontractor Management Under NEC Contracts', with Neil Earnshaw (NE Consult), Glenn Hide (GMH Planning - NEC Training), and Brad Cahill (Digital Beehive). The 40-minute session, along with a 20-minute Q&A, will explore: Utilising NEC throughout the whole supply chain Ensure all parties understand the importance of NEC contract management tools Issues wit...

Join the professionals as they explore how to navigate NEC Contracts and how effective contract management systems can transform NEC delivery — empowering teams to deliver projects with clarity and consistency. What to Expect: Mott MacDonald's Ross Verhey unpacks: ▪️ An overview of the NEC Suite of Contracts ▪️ The principles and objectives behind NEC ▪️ How NEC differs from traditional forms...

Managing NEC contracts can be complex, and even experienced teams can fall into avoidable traps that increase cost, delay, and disputes. This webinar will highlight the most common mistakes made in NEC contract management and provide clear, practical guidance on how to steer clear of them. Hosted by: Digital Beehive Guest Speakers: Glenn Hide, Director, GMH Planning | Neil Earnshaw, Director, NE C...