Can We Trust the Data? Construction Metrics That Actually Matter (EP 246)

In Episode 246, Paul is joined by Mike Rigby, Managing Director of MRA Research and architect of the Builders Merchant Building Index (BMBI). With 35+ years in the industry and a mission to bring clarity to construction data, Mike pulls back the curtain on how our sector is being misrepresented — and why it matters. Together, they explore: 📉 Why you can’t always trust official statistics — and what the ONS isn’t telling you  🏗️ What the Builders Merchant Building Index (BMBI) is, and why Tier 1s, banks, and government rely on it  📊 How to spot market cycles and make data-driven decisions  🧠 The danger of “groupthink” in construction leadership  💥 Why construction professionals must stop waiting for others to represent the industry This is a must-listen for any contractor, QS, or commercial leader who’s ever tried to make decisions in the dark. If you care about data, procurement, market confidence, or just want to understand the bigger picture — don’t miss this one. --------------------------------- 📥 Plus: Grab Paul’s free new eBook Mastering Construction Procurement — link below: Mastering Construction Procurement Strategies for Supply Chain Integration, Tendering, and Commercial Success For our list of other eBooks on building your QS Career and AI, click here - Free eBook Downloads. Send us a text Want to connect with Paul? Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at paul@c-link.com or through, C-Link. C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Quantity Surveyors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient. Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here.