Construction Technology and Software Rundown: Feb. 2, 2018
This week’s rundown focuses on data tracking and analysis, project management, a new tech report and a robotic bridge inspector.
ERP and Big Data Key Investment Areas for Digital Transformation in Construction
IFS’s Digital Change Survey shows that construction, engineering and infrastructure companies are focused on driving process efficiencies through investments in technologies for digital transformation.
Four Cloud Computing Trends to Track in 2018
Four cloud computing trends affecting construction companies in 2018 are continued movement of IT infrastructures to cloud hosting service, rise of hybrid clouds, emphasis on integration and workflow and cloud-based business intelligence.
The Internet of Construction
IoT gives contractors a means to stop reacting to problems and act proactively. Equipping a site with smart devices to relay vital data on the site’s environment and performance can be used for everyday decision making and strategic planning.
The Inside Scoop on Developing In-House Apps
Several reasons drove four contractors to spend months developing company-specific apps, including a dislike of paperwork, a drive toward efficiency and a lack of off-the-shelf solutions that cater to construction operations.
Construction Technology and Software Rundown: Week of Nov. 13, 2017
This week’s rundown includes an IoT hardhat, compact multifunction printer and services marketplace. Don’t miss the BuiltWorld Hackathon, results of a study on software usability and award winning structural rehab system.
Open Data Makes Constructing Sustainable Structures More Achievable
The open data revolution is in its early stages, setting itself up to play an expanding role in resilient and sustainable building designs.
Construction Technology and Software Rundown: Week of Oct. 16, 2017
Here’s the rundown on new software for estimating, asset management, BIM and subcontractor prequalification. Also featured are 3-D mobile mapping and data analysis, ELD and an online tool for spotting potential vibration damage.
