News Briefs: September-October 2025
U.S. Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Hawaii addresses infrastructure needs at Pearl Harbor; construction ventures driven mainly by AI.
It’s Not Easy Being Green—But It Can Be: How Technology is Aiding LEED Documentation
Attaining sustainability standards by 2050 with the help of construction technology.
Operation Preparation: Industry Experts Speak on Disaster Prep and Recovery Efforts as Hurricane Season Comes to a Close
Water is one of the most destructive sources on the planet—natural or manmade. Oftentimes, the construction industry has to learn the hard way—after disaster strikes—how best to address that disaster in the future. This year, preparation is priority.
‘Time to Be Human’: Paul Doherty Talks Tech and Architecture
Architect-turned-technologist Paul Doherty believes the construction industry is on the cusp of a transformation—one where drones, smart contracts and even “personified” buildings reshape the way we live and work. But at its core, he says, construction technology is about making us more human, not less.
Eyes on the Sky: Regulating DJI Drones on Federal and Private Construction Sites
Chinese-manufactured DJI drones comprise an estimated 90% of all UAVs on U.S. construction jobsites. Proposed limitations on their use could have profound ripple effects on safety, cost and productivity across the sector.
Augmenta Designs Entire Elementary School Electrical System With AI
School is in session, and so is artificial intelligence.
New Dodge Report Reveals ERP Trends Among General Contractors and Specialty Trades
Whether just getting started with enterprise resource planning software or looking to upgrade your entire tech stack, contractors are digging ERPs.
ABC Names 2025-2026 Tech Alliance Members
The 2025-2026 members of the ABC Tech Alliance, which helps spur digital innovation across the industry, are revealed.
