Groundhog Day: Poorly defined scope leads to disputes: why is the evidence ignored?

For eight years, HKA’s CRUX report has consistently identified design and scope issues as the leading cause of disputes, regardless of sector, region, or contract and as the primary drivers of cost overruns and programme delay.

For architects and contractors, the symptoms are familiar: evolving designs, unclear scope, and decisions made without full downstream visibility. Yet despite increasingly sophisticated contracts, the same problems persist. This session explores whether the real issue lies upstream in design development, information flow, and decision-making, and how forensic insight and data-led approaches can help prevent delay and cost escalation before they crystallise.

Discover The Churchill War Rooms
Don't miss the opportunity to discover the historic Churchill War Rooms. This unique, immersive space offers a fascinating glimpse into life and decision-making during the Second World War, allowing guests to explore the original underground headquarters at their own pace. Audio headsets will be provided.