Here are some of the dramatic shifts futurists and analysts believe the industry should prepare for in the coming decades.
Australia
How Computational Design is Helping Ease Construction Pain Points
You may have heard about ‘parametric design’, ‘computational design’ and ‘generative design’, especially in connection with BIM or prefab projects. According to some leaders in architecture, they are the way of the future. So, what … about How Computational Design is Helping Ease Construction Pain Points
Harnessing Solar Energy With Eyes in the Sky
The latest report by Green Energy Markets reveals that renewable power levels have hit 20 per cent market share as new wind and solar farms are popping up across the country and more households install their own … about Harnessing Solar Energy With Eyes in the Sky
Could BIM Be the Key To Better Project Outcomes?
Building Information Modelling and digitised documentation could hold the key to delivering better outcomes not only for project teams but also the end customers—the asset owners, facilities managers and occupants, according to digital engineering experts.
How Capturing Environmental Data on Your Construction Projects Can Help You Get Ahead
Environmental data is the least likely type of information to be managed through specialist software, according to companies surveyed for Procore’s How We Build Now 2020 report. It does, however, touch on multiple areas construction … about How Capturing Environmental Data on Your Construction Projects Can Help You Get Ahead
Paving a Brighter Future for Women in Construction
Women are still substantially under-represented in the construction industry workforce. However, according to the How We Build Now 2020 research, more than half of all surveyed firms believe this will change in the next decade. … about Paving a Brighter Future for Women in Construction
Working Smarter with Construction Project Data in One Place
In past years, construction data was collected mostly on paper and filed away at the end of each project never to be seen again. While we are definitely seeing a movement of data being put … about Working Smarter with Construction Project Data in One Place
Can National Harmonisation Help Construction Thrive?
The differences in construction regulations and practitioner registration requirements between the states and territories have been a huge challenge for the Australian construction industry. A change could be on the way, however, with the release … about Can National Harmonisation Help Construction Thrive?
Impacts of COVID-19 on Construction in Victoria
While most states and territories in Australia have already loosened restrictions on movement and business activity due to low or zero levels of COVID-19 community transmission, Victoria has not been so lucky.
5 Secrets to Achieving Massive Career Success in Construction
It isn’t enough to just be a technically apt person on projects—there are other important metrics of career success. It now takes a lot of work outside of the workplace to achieve success. Here are … about 5 Secrets to Achieving Massive Career Success in Construction
