Organisation and Major Project Update Submissions
We invite submissions about organisation and major project updates to include in the 'News' section of the prefabAUS member publication. These will be short updates of between 100-200 words. Please note that providing a submission does not guarantee publication. We will select a limited number of submissions for publication in each issue based on newsworthiness, topical themes, roadmap alignment, innovation significance, and available space allocation. Submit via the form below.
The deadline for submission to appear in the upcoming issue has been extended to 18 June 2025.
What Constitutes a Major Project?
We define a major project as one that meets any of the following criteria:
Value/Scale: Projects of a significant value or scale relative to the context of your product/service offering.
Innovation: Projects demonstrating significant Industry 4.0 adoption, advanced DfMA implementation, or breakthrough sustainability features
Strategic significance: Projects that advance Smart Building adoption in new market segments, demonstrate new business models, or involve strategic public-private partnerships
Exemplar potential: Projects that could serve as flagships demonstrating Smart Building benefits and capabilities
Project Update Submissions
Please consider sharing updates on projects that have recently achieved:
Pre-Construction Milestones:
Contract award or project commencement
Planning approval secured
Successful completion of design phase with DfMA integration
Financing arrangements finalised
Major supply chain partnerships established
Construction & Delivery Milestones:
Factory production commenced
First modules delivered to site
Structural completion
Building envelope completion
Practical completion achieved
Performance & Innovation Milestones:
Sustainability certifications awarded (e.g., Green Star, NABERS)
Energy performance targets met or exceeded
Significant waste reduction achievements
Digital technology implementations completed
Workforce development programs delivered
Strategic Milestones:
First project in a new geographic market
Breakthrough into new building typology
Achievement of significant cost or time savings versus conventional construction
Successful completion leading to follow-on projects
Submit an Organisation or Major Project Update
When submitting your project information, please include:
Organisation Update Submissions
Please consider sharing the following types of organisation updates:
Business Growth & Expansion:
New facility openings or factory expansions
Significant staff appointments (senior leadership, technical specialists)
Geographic expansion into new markets or regions
Strategic acquisitions or mergers
Major equipment or technology investments
Awards & Recognition:
Industry awards won (construction, manufacturing, innovation)
Sustainability certifications achieved
Innovation & Technology:
New product launches or design innovations
R&D partnerships with universities or research institutions
Digital technology implementations (robotics, AI, automation)
Sustainability breakthroughs or circular economy initiatives
Patent applications or intellectual property developments
Strategic Partnerships:
New supplier or manufacturing partnerships
Joint ventures or strategic alliances
Government program participation
International collaborations
Supply chain agreements
Workforce Development:
Apprenticeship program launches
Training partnerships with TAFEs or universities
Workforce diversity initiatives
Skills development programs
Graduate recruitment campaigns
Market Milestones:
Entry into new building sectors (residential, commercial, infrastructure)
First projects in emerging markets
Significant order book achievements
Export contract wins
Repeat client partnerships
These updates should demonstrate progress towards the Smart Building goals outlined in the industry roadmap while showcasing member achievements and capabilities.