During ConstructConnect's 2018 Design & Construction Outlook webinar held on November 1, Kermit Baker, chief economist for the American Institute of Architects talked about the year-to-date movements in the Architectural Billings Index. The index is … about 2018 Construction Industry Forecasts: Still Growing, But Not So Fast
2018 Construction Industry Forecasts: Still Growing, But Not So Fast
How Construction Tech Startups are Aiding the Australian Economy
ConstructionTech is a thriving startup sector that has so far been flying under the radar. Technology is on the verge of revolutionising the construction sector, and a new report shows that it will have a … about How Construction Tech Startups are Aiding the Australian Economy
Green Construction is More than Just a Trend
We’ve seen leaps and bounds in energy-efficient construction in recent years as developers look to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on energy costs. Some buildings even generate more energy than they produce (known … about Green Construction is More than Just a Trend
Why You Should Care About Construction Technology
We’ve talked a lot about the digital revolution and how many construction companies are embracing the latest technological advances, implementing new devices and collaboration platforms, boosting productivity and reducing waste along the way. But these … about Why You Should Care About Construction Technology
How Robots May Be a Construction Problem-Solver
Are robots the answer to some of the construction industry’s problems, such as workforce shortages and productivity issues? The folks at San Francisco-based Built Robotics think so. The company has developed a suite of software … about How Robots May Be a Construction Problem-Solver
Robots Swarm Construction: Many Hands Make Light Work
Scientists have been looking to such insect behavior to model a new form of construction, done by swarms of semi-autonomous robots that can construct basic structures with minimal programming and human intervention. This could be … about Robots Swarm Construction: Many Hands Make Light Work
What’s behind the construction industry’s productivity problem?
The construction industry has a productivity problem. That is, according to a McKinsey Global Institute report which found that the construction industry’s global labor-productivity growth was only 1 per cent per year over the past … about What’s behind the construction industry’s productivity problem?
How to Build a Carbon Neutral Building
There’s a growing buzz about carbon neutral buildings, especially since the Australian federal government has recently defined a standard for them under the National Carbon Offset Standard. But how exactly do you build one? Jobsite … about How to Build a Carbon Neutral Building
How LinkedIn Company Pages Help Construction Businesses Grow
A social media marketing presence is an absolute must for construction companies looking to grow and remain viable in today’s marketplace and beyond. With so many social media platforms out there, it can be tricky … about How LinkedIn Company Pages Help Construction Businesses Grow
A Paperless Construction Industry is Still a Dream, But We’re Getting Closer
Paper is as much a part of the construction industry as boots and a hard hat. But in recent years, numerous transformative technological advancements have emerged making the construction industry slowly but surely less paper-dependent. … about A Paperless Construction Industry is Still a Dream, But We’re Getting Closer
