For construction projects of any size, accurate estimates are essential to protect profits, control risks and mitigate against blown deadlines. The estimation process is something of a tightrope. Too high an estimate could cost the … about How Technology is Transforming the Estimation Process
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Internet of Things Surging in Construction
The Internet of Things (IoT) has ushered in an era of connected devices that communicate freely with one another without human intervention.
An Epic Communications Failure and How any Project Can Avoid Them
Today, there are multiple electronic forms of documentation. However, without proper correspondence management systems, paperwork can still be hard to find, according to Robert Hudman, director of digital construction strategy consultancy Knight Solutions.
Investing in Construction Technology: What You Need to Know
The majority of project teams on site today still utilize outdated processes—even though there are plenty of technology solutions available to automate them and vastly improve the workload. The reasons for this lagging adoption vary, … about Investing in Construction Technology: What You Need to Know
Why Excel is Dangerous for Your Construction Business
Since its release in 1983, Microsoft Office, a bundled productivity software, has taken the world by storm. Of the Microsoft Office suite, Excel stands as one of the most popular. Businesses of all sizes have … about Why Excel is Dangerous for Your Construction Business
10 Building Materials that Could Change Construction Forever
In recent years, researchers have spent countless hours in laboratories taking materials' science to ever greater heights. Check out the 10 building materials we think are poised to change construction and engineering.
Using Technology to ‘Future-Proof’ Construction Companies
To hedge against current business threats, construction companies should look to technological solutions to shore up profitability and remain competitive in the face of such challenges.
Could Wearable Technology Transform Safety on the Jobsite?
With the wearables market set to surge to $54 billion by 2023, the rise of wearable technology is poised to have several key impacts on the construction industry.
How Lean Construction Can Boost Productivity
As online communication becomes the norm, more builders share information through online platforms rather than face to face.
Can Technology Combat Ontario’s Labour Market Challenges
It’s well documented that the Canadian construction industry is facing labour shortages, and it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future.
