In this presentation, William Doyle MRICS, founder of Sima (now part of Think Project Group) and long‑time NEC contract tutor, argues that the core challenge in modern construction is the findability of reliable records. He explains that NEC4, by design, demands transparency, accountability, and proper practice, and that successful NEC contracting rests on three essential pillars: a healthy culture that preserves trust, deep knowledge of on‑site activities, and disciplined record‑keeping that eliminates gaps and errors. Doyle stresses that records are the "oxygen" of NEC4 processes; with the right digital tools and data insights, these records become easy to maintain, provide actionable intelligence for current decisions, and generate learnings for future projects. Investing in robust, searchable records therefore simplifies NEC4 administration and leads to healthier project outcomes.
