Traditionally speaking, the construction industry has been slow to change, particularly when it comes to adopting new technology. But a number of market forces have shifted the thinking around digitizing operations in an effort to … about Construction’s Digital Transformation and Where it’s Headed
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Does Australia Need a BIM Mandate?
Building Information Modelling (BIM) is more than just adoption of digital modelling technologies for design and construction. Champions identified that BIM could dramatically improve industry productivity and so drive down the whole life cost of … about Does Australia Need a BIM Mandate?
U.S. Cities Leading the Way in LEED-Certified Construction
Environmentally conscious construction has made leaps and bounds over the last decade, with more companies focusing their efforts on designing buildings with an eye on sustainability. The widest used rating system for green building is … about U.S. Cities Leading the Way in LEED-Certified Construction
How to Bid on a Commercial Construction Project
A rising need for office space in Sydney, in addition to the commencement of several major infrastructure projects, is set to fuel most of the growth. According to BIS Oxford Economics, about 50 per cent … about How to Bid on a Commercial Construction Project
University of Technology Sydney’s Future Super Lab
In a submission to the City of Sydney, the University of Technology Sydney proposed a major redevelopment of a section of its current campus.
Will Bricklaying Robots Transform the Construction Industry?
Over the last few decades, robotics have dominated processes and production means of such industries as automotive or agriculture. The use of automation and other types of robotic technologies is well-poised to revolutionise other industries, … about Will Bricklaying Robots Transform the Construction Industry?
Fly-in, Fly-Out Workers Run a Greater Risk of Depression
Fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) is a working arrangement where, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, “the place of work is sufficiently isolated from the worker’s place of residence to make daily commute impractical.” The worker, … about Fly-in, Fly-Out Workers Run a Greater Risk of Depression
Turning Old Plastic into New Footpaths
In 2016, the Victorian Government recognised it had a problem with waste, estimating that in that state alone, around 170,00 tonnes of flexible plastics is recycled and another 153,000 tonnes end up in landfills each … about Turning Old Plastic into New Footpaths
Women in Construction: The Story is Much Longer Than You Think
While the March observance of National Women's History Month, was born in the late 1800s out of worker revolts against the conditions in factories, women's grievances at that time mirrored what women working on early construction … about Women in Construction: The Story is Much Longer Than You Think
An Interview with Annie Slattery from ConX Sydney
ConX is a platform built to connect contractors in the construction industry, simplifying how they win work, hire, and establish a reputation online. Hear from cofounder Annie Slattery about where she see's the construction sector … about An Interview with Annie Slattery from ConX Sydney
