While striving for resolution of operational as well as policy level problems faced by the industry.
CFI is continuously developing a data bank incorporating the various facets of construction sector. A wide spectrum of subjects is being incorporated to facilitate information at a single point which would inter-alia include macro-economic indicators relevant to construction, economic policy finance, taxation, government policies on foreign direct investment, foreign trade, Standard Bidding Document, RFQ / RFP, etc.
The Research Desk regularly keeps the members apprised of latest announcements of Government policies and projects in roads and highways, civil aviation, urban infrastructure, railways, urban infrastructure, etc. Research Desk compiles and conducts analysis of data and information having a direct or indirect bearing on the activities as well as prospects of the construction sector. The desk also keeps track of related macro-economic issues, new policy announcements, changes in laws/ rules/ regulations etc.
The desk collects and disseminates information on tax related matters including Goods & Services Taxes (GST), Direct & Indirect taxes as well as the special levies if any imposed on the construction sector. The desk also regularly keeps the members informed of important judgements and rulings while representing the voice of the industry to the policy makers through various representations and recommendations.
Members are kept informed and updated about the latest developments in construction sector through circulation of relevant press clippings from leading newspapers on regular basis.