Anyone who follows macro trends in the construction industry knows that investment in construction technology is reaching an inflection point: our industry continues to lag other major business sectors when it comes to tech adoption.
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Integrating Technology into How We Build with Concord Projects
For Concord Projects, technology is not the future; it’s the now. President and CEO of the Winnipeg-based design-build company Nolan Ploegman says it’s essential for every company to realize this fact or they risk being … about Integrating Technology into How We Build with Concord Projects
How to Adopt New Technology with Minimal Fuss and Maximum Impact
Adaptation has always been the cornerstone of successful businesses. But perhaps never before has flexibility and resilience been as important in a post-pandemic world. Successfully navigating sudden and unforeseen changes to everything from our working … about How to Adopt New Technology with Minimal Fuss and Maximum Impact
Construction App Usage is Up, But Integration Still Playing Catchup
Apps that don’t play nice with each other create a lot of extra work for construction professionals with more on their plates than getting software to properly communicate. Whether data gets manually added by hand … about Construction App Usage is Up, But Integration Still Playing Catchup
Construction Teams Turn to Digital Tools to Help Adapt to COVID-19
With construction teams working amidst the pandemic, digital tools have become more essential than ever for teams looking to maintain their productivity, while maintaining social distancing measures.
Can Innovating Slowly Help Speed Up Construction Technology Adoption?
They say slow and steady wins the race, and this adage is definitely applicable when it comes to construction technology adoption. The industry has made great strides over the last decade to become a more … about Can Innovating Slowly Help Speed Up Construction Technology Adoption?
How Construction Firms are Getting Ready for the Future
A recent survey found only one in five surveyed construction firms met the criteria of being ready for the future, according to KPMG’s Future Ready Index. The defining characteristic that makes them ready? Innovation.
Earthquake Sensors Make it Easier and Safer to Detect Damage
Pasadena-based Kinemetrics is one company specializing in earthquake and building monitoring technology. It offers sensor-based systems installed throughout a building which gather and transmit seismic data, measuring an earthquake’s severity, duration and more.
GPS is Taking Construction to New Heights
Typically, as a technology finds a home in a particular industry, its new and better uses are inevitably discovered over time. In recent years we’ve seen that natural progression with GPS technology. From simple location … about GPS is Taking Construction to New Heights
Key Takeaways from the How We Build Now Tracking Technology in 2020 Report
From devastating bushfires to a global pandemic, the sheer scale of disruption over the past twelve months has been unprecedented for most of us in the industry. And yet, hope prevails.
