Technology

New app seeks to recruit young people to construction

The Construction Careers Foundation’s new app demonstrates the possibilities of a career in construction to people in their teens to early 20s.

By Zachary Phillips • June 03, 2020

Protecting contractor office systems during remote work

As stay-at-home orders in many parts of the U.S. remain in place, technology solutions hastily adopted to support work from home are becoming permanent. 

By Samantha Ann Schwartz • June 03, 2020

DPR, McCarthy, others issue call for coronavirus tech solutions

The NEXT Coalition is looking for ideas from the industry to continue to protect construction and office workers.

By Zachary Phillips • May 29, 2020

3 approaches to contact tracing for the jobsite and office

Technology companies have created solutions to help facilitate safer work environments, but privacy issues remain about how contractors can gather workers' health data.

By Naomi Eide • May 27, 2020

Crane camera software firm receives $7.75M in funding

The infusion will allow Quartz Systems, which works with contractors including DPR and PLC, to expand its sales throughout the United States.

By Jenn Goodman • May 27, 2020

Data analytics facilitates more accurate project costs, schedules

Construction has lagged in data collection, but experts emphasize its value during the pandemic and beyond and how construction firms can take advantage of others’ mistakes.

By Zachary Phillips • May 27, 2020

Sponsored by LCPtracker

Emerging from the pandemic: The new tech and innovations for public works construction

Explore technologies and innovations public contractors need in today’s new world of construction  

By Mark Douglas, CEO of LCPtracker, Inc. • May 26, 2020

Sponsored by DSI

4 reasons contractors need the latest field inventory tracking systems

Mobile, cloud-based systems offer better productivity, inventory optimization, compliance and revenue generation.

Digital twins to play a bigger role in post-pandemic construction

The digital twin market could increase by more than 800% to $36 billion annually by 2025, a new study shows, but some say the technology still has challenges to overcome.

By Kim Slowey • May 20, 2020

McKinsey: COVID-19 will spur construction's tech use

In the short and long term, the consulting firm says contractors will respond to the pandemic with widespread implementation of BIM, digitization, modular construction and other solutions.

By Zachary Phillips • May 20, 2020

Hensel Phelps employs autonomous robot 'dog' at Denver Airport project

Boston Dynamics’ Spot has moved past the piloting phase, carrying laser scans on the project, which the general contractor took over in February.

By Zachary Phillips • May 20, 2020

Shawmut employs technology to help suppress the spread of COVID-19

The contractor is employing its Shawmut Vitals for daily health screenings and to flag workers who may have been exposed to the virus.

By Zachary Phillips • May 13, 2020

Software firm introduces contactless orientation platform

Contractors using MindForge can send orientation videos to workers through the software's web portal, rather than violate social distancing practices by showing videos in person. 

By Zachary Phillips • May 13, 2020

Cyberattacks on the rise due to coronavirus-related telework

Construction companies should be on high alert as cyberattacks tied to COVID-19 surface daily, including those that exploit employees working from home logging on from unsecure devices. 

By Samantha Ann Schwartz • May 12, 2020

Social distancing and site monitoring tech rapidly rolling out to US construction sites

Tools to help keep jobsites safe and productive, which should have been the norm long ago, will be around long after the coronavirus pandemic dissipates, construction tech experts say.

By Zachary Phillips • May 06, 2020

Procore reportedly delays IPO pursuit

The construction software startup's move to delay an initial public offering is likely due to the coronavirus pandemic’s impact to the economy.

By Zachary Phillips • May 06, 2020

Thermal cameras monitor construction worker health on NYC contractor's jobsites

Technology can help ensure employee safety but privacy issues need to be considered too, says Associated Builders and Contractors.

By Zachary Phillips • May 06, 2020

Sponsored by Triax

Wearable technology in the time of COVID-19

Proximity Trace™ is helping general contractors comply with new safety protocols to get back to work safely.

Deep Dive

The new normal: 8 ways the coronavirus crisis is changing construction

U.S. jobsites are reopening but construction will not look the same as before the COVID-19 outbreak. Are you ready for the paradigm shift?

By Jenn Goodman • April 30, 2020

Sponsored by Hexagon PPM

Using technology to enhance workflow fundamentals

In one of the least digitized industries, technology finds a vital role in contractors' strategy and workflow.

Coronavirus contech headquarters: How contractors are using tech to continue essential work

A roundup of Construction Dive stories focused on contech solutions helping to push construction forward during the pandemic. 

Connex software maker acquired by investment firm

Command Alkon, now owned by private equity firm Thoma Bravo, eases the ordering of heavy construction materials like concrete.

By Zachary Phillips • April 29, 2020

Deep Dive

Who will save the startups?

The runway, or dead space, between VC financing could determine a startup's ability to weather a recession — that, or an offering industry can't resist buying.

By Samantha Ann Schwartz • April 29, 2020

Sponsored by Infotech

How to get started with remote bidding

Dealing with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses have to shift their processes. Businesses will be able to overcome with these resources and tools.

DPR repurposes 360-degree imaging for crucial WeWork project inspection

The contractor facilitated a critical fire marshal inspection at The Gulch in Nashville, Tennessee, that would have otherwise been canceled due to social distancing guidelines.

By Kim Slowey • April 22, 2020