The Most Powerful Construction Technology in the World
By Patrick Scarpati
January 23, 2025
CES [Consumer Electronics Show] is one of the world’s largest and most influential technology trade shows, held annually in Las Vegas. Organized by the Consumer Technology Association, CES serves as a global stage for innovators and breakthrough technologies across diverse indust...
Construction Can Look to Gen Z and Technology to Sustain Talent Pipeline
By Kit Dickinson
November 5, 2024
With a documented labor shortage in construction and an abundance of construction projects, construction business leaders in need of growing their workforce have an opportunity to tap into Gen Z to help build and sustain their talent pipelines over the long term.
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Is the Construction Industry Actually a Technology Hotbed?
By Andrew Silver
July 9, 2024
Technology has always been a driving force behind progress, and the construction industry is no exception. Over the years, technological advancements have revolutionized the way companies design, plan and build structures, leading to increased efficiency, safety and sustainabilit...
History Repeating
By Grace Calengor
June 7, 2024
Located in Ephesus, near the Aegean coast in modern-day Turkey, the Library of Celsus was constructed in the second century CE, housing over 12,000 scrolls and named for a Roman senator. Today, it exists as a façade from that ancient era, with much of its interior structure and s...
Thermal Imaging Technology Enhances Construction Efficiency and Safety
By Monica Martinez
March 19, 2024
Revolutionary technologies allow construction firms to improve process and operational strategies, and there is no shortage of revolutionary tech in today’s construction market. Amid game-changers such as 360-degree cameras, laser scanning, BIM coordination, VR, AI and even more,...
Integrating Software and Hardware Technology in the Field
By Bryan Williams
March 12, 2024
Today’s construction projects are more complicated than ever, and a project’s success relies heavily on its attention to detail and the coordination of various moving parts. Every small oversight or clash in the design process can have a substantial impact on the overall schedule...
2024 Is the Year for Autonomous Robots in Construction
By Giri Baleri
January 31, 2024
Over the past decade, there has been significant growth in the use of autonomous and robotics solutions in the construction industry. What used to be seen as a futuristic dream is now offering significant real-world benefits that are transforming traditional workflows.
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The Reality of Implementing VR/AR on the Jobsite
By Graham Condit
December 8, 2023
In recent years, investment in construction technology has seen rapid growth, changing how projects are delivered. Notably, virtual reality and augmented reality have gained significant traction, revolutionizing the way we approach construction.
VR versus AR
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If You Haven’t Implemented That Cutting-Edge Piece of Contech—Now Is the Time
By Laurent Charpentier
December 1, 2023
It seems most people nowadays are eager to discover new technologies that can enhance their lives—for work and play—and this enthusiasm is particularly prevalent among younger workers who are excited about the potential of artificial intelligence. However, the construction indust...
If You Haven’t Implemented That Cutting-Edge Piece of Contech—Now Is the Time
By Laurent Charpentier
November 27, 2023
It seems most people nowadays are eager to discover new technologies that can enhance their lives—for work and play—and this enthusiasm is particularly prevalent among younger workers who are excited about the potential of artificial intelligence. However, the construction indust...
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