The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has published a new report, outlining six principles of a "security mindset" in the construction industry.

'The Role of Security in the Construction Industry' report focuses on managing risks arising from unauthorised access to, sharing or manipulation of data.

Produced by the CIOB Digital Technologies and Asset Management Special Interest Group (SIG), the report also explores a range of other security issues.

It contains a practical guide to delivering security compliance, with a checklist examining governance, personnel, physical security measures and cyber security.


David Philp FCIOB, Chair of the CIOB's Digital Technologies and Asset Management SIG, and a Director at AECOM, said: "The consequences of poor security should not be underestimated. The negative impacts are not just about financial margins, reputation, or the built asset itself – at worst, the lives of personnel could be at risk. Therefore, this guidance has been produced in order to help construction managers understand the security risk profiles on their projects and conduct effective planning for appropriate and holistic project security."

The report is free and can be downloaded from the CIOB web site: https://www.ciob.org/digital-technologies-asset-management.

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