It wasn't an allegation, merely a query as to how they...

It wasn't an allegation, merely a query as to how they prevent it from occurring given that they would be talking to developers, builders and brick/block manufacturers regarding potentially sensitive information that we might not yet be privy too

FOR EXAMPLE: Sales team approaches a developer/builder and asks them whether they would be interested in contracting FBR Australia for a new development of X number of houses.

Developer says, your construction robot seems like an interesting invention and could save me some money and time in the brick work stage.. Before I contract your services though, how do I know it can build the structure, satisfying current building codes in my region and can also last 5+ years without issues in accordance with our structural guarantee?

You need to look up the definition of an allegation.