What can governance do to make public works more efficient?

Public works often involve longer deadlines, high costs and challenging bureaucratic processes, reflecting the complexity of the requirements and regulations that need to be met. But does it have to be this way? The answer lies in governance.

Good governance can transform the management of public works through three fundamental pillars:

✅ Transparency: When data is open and accessible, there is less room for waste and deviations. Monitoring and continuous auditing tools increase the reliability of the process.

📊 Efficient planning: Feasibility studies, clear definition of scope and risk management ensure predictability and reduce surprises along the way.

⚡ Innovation and technology: The use of BIM (Building Information Modeling), artificial intelligence and agile methodologies can speed up deliveries and avoid rework.

But having these pillars well structured is not enough without one essential factor: commitment. Governance needs to be aligned with a culture of responsibility, where public and private managers act with a focus on results, and not just on complying with bureaucratic protocols.

In addition, well-structured public-private partnerships (PPPs) can bring more efficiency, taking advantage of the expertise of the private sector to ensure faster and higher-quality deliveries.

At SH, we believe that efficiency in civil construction is directly linked to the adoption of good governance practices and socio-environmental responsibility. Our commitment to ESG leads us to develop innovative and sustainable solutions that reduce waste, optimize processes and ensure safety and quality. We work side by side with our clients to make construction sites more productive, safe and aligned with the best market practices.

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