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# SORCI First Look, Systemising Made Easy, & New Trends
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[Association of Professional Builders](https://blog.associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/author/association-of-professional-builders)
13 November 2025 • 2 min read
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Welcome to the APB Digest! This week, get an exclusive first look at fresh data from the upcoming SORCI report, unlock the new Action Plan designed to help you systemise your building company, and stay on top of the latest industry trends.
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## Systemising A Building Company
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## The Hidden Cost of a Festive Shutdown For Building Companies
Thinking of shutting down for the holidays? Before you flick the switch, read this.
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## Industry Trends
**Australia**
- Client journey times increasing
- Contracts taking 30% longer to sign (Master Builders Association)
- Builders without professional sales/marketing systems are falling behind
- “Working harder, not smarter” trend widespread
**Takeaway:** Builders need to strengthen their sales systems and streamline client decision-making to stay efficient and profitable.
**New Zealand**
- Market is relatively flat; limited new home starts
- Buyers cautious amid economic uncertainty
- Opportunity in renovations and efficiency-focused builds
- Builders must protect margins through cost control
**Takeaway:** Margin discipline and cost control are critical for stability until confidence returns.
**United States**
- Builder sentiment improving across custom/luxury segments
- Stronger demand for high-end homes
- Operational inefficiencies still limiting growth
- Systems alignment key to profitability
**Takeaway:** Optimism is rising - builders who align systems now will capture profitable growth as the market expands.
**Canada**
- General sentiment weak, but niche sectors thriving
- Luxury and high-performance builds gaining traction
- Quality, transparency, and process are key differentiators
- Avoid generic remodel models; focus on scalability
**Takeaway:** Differentiation, transparency, and process discipline will allow builders to seize selective market opportunities confidently.
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