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Introducing NBS LCA
Discover a powerful carbon platform built for everyday projects. In this webinar, we’re sharing an exclusive first look at NBS LCA – a new platform developed by NBS to help construction professionals understand, compare and report on lifecycle carbon more efficiently. Join the session to see the new platform in action and hear from sustainability experts from BDP and Knauf UK & Ireland about their approach to carbon decisions.
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Design and Specification
How to Create Specification-Led Content | NBS
Learn how manufacturers can create specification-led content that supports real design decisions, from technical data and certifications to case studies and BIM assets in NBS Source.
Design and Specification
Manufacturer Marketing 101: How to Speak a Specifier’s Language
Connecting with architects is key to a manufacturer's success, but many businesses target them too late. In fact, the specification process offers manufacturers opportunities to collaborate with ...
Sustainability
Our Top Webinars in 2025
Whether you missed these sessions the first time or want a second viewing, this round-up highlights our most-watched webinars from 2025. Each session focuses on the issues construction manufacturers ...
An Introduction to AI for Construction Manufacturers
In terms of technological developments that have impacted the construction industry, few things have attracted as much attention as Artificial intelligence (AI). In the NBS Digital Construction ...
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Understanding the specification process: A specifier’s perspective
Get an inside perspective into how NBS software supports specifiers during projects and how manufacturers can better ensure they are seen, selected and specified.
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How manufacturers can support specifiers – roundtable event
NBS recently hosted a roundtable discussion in London to talk to manufacturers about industry trends, and how these may impact the world of specification. Manufacturers that provide systems and ...
Design and SpecificationSales and marketing
The role of a specification in ensuring design intent
Manufacturers who strive to better understand and facilitate an architect’s design process will be more likely to win work from the specification stage. One important concept is that of design ...
Design and SpecificationDigital Transformation
15 reasons why specifications are still important
Digital tools have transformed the specification process. Manufacturers who can understand and adapt to these changes can win more work at the specification stage and improve sales.
Design and Specification
Turn technical expertise into specification influence
Educate architects through RIBA-approved CPD, strengthen your industry credibility and position your brand earlier in project decision-making.
CPD for architects in the UK has increased in importance and rigour
Both the professional chartered body for architects in the UK – RIBA – and the regulatory body – The Architects Registration Board – have upped their CPD requirements. This is partially in response ...
Design and SpecificationRIBA CPD
Quantum Flooring Accessories: How engaging CPD can lead to specification success
The construction industry moves quickly and it’s crucial that architects keep up with all of the latest developments. In the UK, architects who are RIBA Chartered Members are expected to undergo ...
RIBA CPDSales and marketing
Building Safety: The Time To Act Is Now
Recap Dame Judith Hackitt’s excellent speech on upcoming changes to the Building Safety Act and what they mean for specifiers and manufacturers with NBS.
Design and SpecificationBusiness
NBS' 2023 Wrapped
From industry-leading research and events to exciting new product developments to continually deliver value to our customers, we’re still helping to build a better construction industry 50 years on ...
Design and SpecificationBusiness
How to raise brand awareness with RIBA CPD
Find out how RIBA-accredited CPD can help you raise brand awareness and stand out from your competitors.
