As more developers, builders, and consultants turn to iCIRT to demonstrate capability and trust, one question keeps coming up:
What does it actually take to get rating-ready?
Whether you’re seeking a first-time rating or looking to strengthen your existing one, preparation is key. Here’s what every business should know before starting the iCIRT process.
1. Understand What iCIRT Measures
iCIRT assesses your organisation across six core pillars known as the “6 C’s”:
Character, Capability, Conduct, Capital, Capacity, and Counterparties.
Together, these areas provide a 360° view of how trustworthy, financially stable, and competent your business is.
Getting rating-ready means being able to provide credible evidence across each of these pillars — from governance structures and compliance records to financial history and project delivery outcomes.
2. Gather and Organise Key Information
A strong iCIRT submission depends on how well-prepared your evidence is.
Start by collecting:
- Corporate structure and governance documentation
- Financial statements and performance history
- Project track record and delivery evidence
- Risk management and compliance frameworks
- Key person details and credentials
The more complete and transparent your data, the stronger your rating outcome — and the higher your chance of achieving a Higher Star Rating.
Identify Gaps Before the Assessment
Most businesses find small but significant gaps when they begin the process. Things like missing policies, outdated financials, or unclear project documentation.
At iCIRT Advisory, we conduct a readiness review to identify these weaknesses early and help you fix them before they impact your score.
Proactive gap analysis saves time, prevents rework, and helps your business move confidently into the assessment phase.
4. Engage Key People Early
iCIRT’s verification process includes background checks on key personnel so it’s vital to engage your directors and leadership team early.
Obtaining consent for checks and ensuring consistent disclosure across all key roles avoids delays and demonstrates transparency, one of the hallmarks of a higher rating.
5. Leverage Your Rating Once Achieved
Your iCIRT rating isn’t just a compliance document, it’s a powerful business credential.
Use it to:
✅ Strengthen tender submissions and investor pitches
✅ Demonstrate credibility in risk and finance discussions
✅ Differentiate your business in competitive markets
✅ Build trust with partners and clients who value verified transparency
The most successful rated companies don’t stop at achieving a score — they use it strategically as part of their brand and governance story.
6. Partner with iCIRT Advisory
Navigating the iCIRT process can feel complex — but it doesn’t have to be.
At iCIRT Advisory, we guide you step-by-step through:
- Readiness reviews and gap analysis
- Documentation and evidence preparation
- Advisory support for improving governance and financial transparency
- Positioning your business for the best possible rating outcome
Contact us to start your rating-readiness journey and showcase your business as a trusted operator in Australia’s construction and property sector.
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iCIRT Advisory
Australia’s first advisory dedicated to helping builders, developers, and consultants get iCIRT rating-ready.
We are a passionate Australian based company that aims to help increase the speed at which builders and developers get iCIRT Rated for the overall good of the Construction Industry.
