Business View Caribbean - Apr 2024

my understanding, we haven’t had any issues because Jamaicans build very traditionally, with block and steel,” he explains. This traditional approach to building has insulated them somewhat from international supply chain issues, as most essential materials are sourced locally. Regarding industry trends, Issa observes resistance to change in local building practices despite the availability of innovative materials and methods. “Jamaica, in general, is very old-fashioned when it comes to building methods,” he states. However, ISSA Construction explores new technologies where feasible: “Free Foam, a foam company, offers foam solutions for exterior and internal wall panels.We’re always looking at new products we can try on our developments and see how they work out,” Issa adds. Steele expands on the discussion by pointing out broader trends affecting the construction industry, particularly the increasing importance of sustainable and resilient building practices. “There’s been a on the job. But you must understand that we may tile our building in April and don’t have any tiling work till July. So, the tiler we’ve used is excellent. He may go to another site in May, but that site may require him to work till December,” he explains. Issa highlights that while they can incentivize workers to complete tasks efficiently and to a high standard on-site, the intermittent nature of specific jobs does not support long-term retention between projects. SUPPLY CHAIN DYNAMICS AND INDUSTRY TRENDS Understanding supply chain dynamics and industry trends becomes crucial as ISSA Construction continues to scale and adapt to the evolving market conditions. Issa and Steele provide insights into how these factors shape the company’s operations and strategic outlook. Issa begins by addressing the stability of their supply chains, which appear robust despite global disruptions experienced in many industries. “From Your Beautiful Finish Begins Here! @creativebuildingfinishes 876-929-5553 | 5 RED HILLS ROAD, KINGSTON 10 | WWW.CREATIVEBUILDINGFINISHES.COM TILES | BATHROOM & KITCHEN FIXTURES | TILING TOOLS 32 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 11, ISSUE 04