Construction Technology & How it is Revolutionising the Industry

Technological advancements in construction have boomed in the last few years. Keep ahead of the competition by leveraging leading fully cloud based construction systems and estimating software to work smarter and faster!

With all its moving parts, unknowns and variables, construction technology can transform all aspects of construction projects to become more efficient and effective. It allows you to work smarter, faster, and more accurately.

Construction Technology Reshaping the Industry

Innovative construction technology and cloud-based solutions are completely changing the way the industry works. Below are some of the key technologies that are improving various processes and systems within the industry.

1.     AI & Machine Learning

Big data and IoT goes hand in hand with construction and all its associated processes, people, resources and systems. With artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning systems, construction entities can use data in a much smarter and more effective way. For example, this technology can look at masses of previously collected data parameters to help predict future results and outcomes of projects.

By gathering data, AI can help to make the workplace safer, reduce potential risks, as well as increase productivity. By doing so, contractors can make quicker and more insightful decisions to continually improve, adjust and streamline their various and numerous operations.

2.     Software Solutions

Construction software is completely changing the way that companies approach projects. Estimating software can vastly improve the estimation and project control process and help contractors win more tenders and secure projected bottom-line profits.

With access to a database of historical information, and having construction technology specially designed for the purpose, you can achieve far more accurate and efficient estimates that form the foundation of control for the project lifecycle.

3.     Virtual Reality

Even virtual reality is finding its place in innovative construction technology. VR is useful for both safety training and equipment training. It allows workers to gain more realistic experience and exposure to certain situations.

VR simulators in construction can help guide workers through certain critical scenarios and tasks on the construction site. This way, they get more accurate training and can learn how to deal with certain situations. Whether this is handling new equipment or running a certain safety operation, VR can be a powerful training tool.

4.     BIM

BIM is both a form of construction technology as well as an approach for effectively managing a construction asset’s project lifecycle from beginning to end. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is about integrating design (3D models), quantification and costing in a transparent and collaborative common data environment.

5.     Drones

Expensive aerial photography is a thing of the past thanks to the evolution of drone technology.

By using drones, site managers can conduct speedy site inspections to monitor and track the progress of a project as well as identify any possible hazards or bottlenecks. They can also use drones to monitor workers and make sure that they meet all safety processes.

Another advantage of using drones is that they can reach places on the site that might be dangerous for a human to inspect. This is very useful for reducing risk to workers while keeping up to date with the progress of the project. 

6.     Wearables

Wearable technology can be embedded into clothing and personal protective equipment. This allows managers to monitor how workers are performing as well as enhance job site safety.

Construction wearables include biometric sensors, radio frequency tags, GPS trackers, voltage detectors, environmental sensors, and more for time keeping and to track movements and production of workers.

Conclusion

Whether it is for safety, estimations, execution, training or planning, construction technology must be embraced across all aspects of construction projects and the industry at large. The advantages and benefits are endless!