Steve Jones, head of Industry Insights Research for Dodge Data recently led a Groundbreak session on using the BIM model as both a road map and a granular visual guide for project management. With such … about BIM? BAM! But Always Start with the Model
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Integration and Automation of the Future
Two sessions at Groundbreak 2019 highlight the future of our industry—and it is all about integration. Mark Fly of ConstructConnect presented his top five bid management practices that construction companies need to modify or abandon completely. … about Integration and Automation of the Future
Cross-Pollination – Changing Your Mindset for Automation
Automation is a phenomenon that permeates nearly every aspect of our lives. It’s also what Hitesh Dewan, Director of Technology Integration at Roebbelen Contracting, posited to a captive audience at Procore’s Groundbreak, what will usher … about Cross-Pollination – Changing Your Mindset for Automation
Technology, the Third Era of Construction
Do more with less. It’s a common mantra in almost every industry. On the surface, one might think it implies more work and longer hours for employees. Perhaps a more apropos adage is, “work smarter, … about Technology, the Third Era of Construction
The Promise of the Smart Jobsite
One of the great technological innovations of our time has been the connectivity of everything. Objects become more than just objects when they’re capable of going online, which enables them to collect millions of data … about The Promise of the Smart Jobsite
Ancient Profession Moves into the Future
The world’s only fully-automated, bricklaying solution is now on the cusp of becoming commercially available, according to its developer Fastbrick Robotics Limited. “We now have the world’s only fully-automated, end-to-end bricklaying solution, with a massive … about Ancient Profession Moves into the Future
Making the Built Environment Come Alive
Beyond the Augmented Reality of the Pokemon Go craze, where animated creatures were superimposed on the real world using a camera, and beyond Virtual Reality roller coasters and shark swims wearing a headset, these two … about Making the Built Environment Come Alive
How AI Will Supercharge the Construction Industry
The global market for Artificial Intelligence in Construction is expected to grow at an average of more than 38 per cent annually between now and 2024, according to recent research. US-based firm Zion Market Research … about How AI Will Supercharge the Construction Industry
Venture Capital Firm Fueling More ConTech Startups
Venture capital firm Shadow Ventures has announced the first graduating class of startups to come from its accelerator program. The company focuses on investing in startups in underserved markets, such as construction and engineering.
BIM is a Collaboration Marvel for Construction Teams
The advent of Building Information Modeling technology (BIM) has upended the collaboration process, allowing everyone involved in the project, across disciplines, to view or make changes in real-time that are instantly viewable by everyone involved.
