Technology

Despite coronavirus pandemic, funding flows to contech firms

The sector is on track to experience 56% year-over-year growth in 2020. Here's a roundup of the latest recipients of 2020's contech funding surge. 

By Joe Bousquin • Dec. 02, 2020

It's official: Video call fatigue is real

An overload of meetings has been a workplace problem for many years, one now exacerbated by having to conduct most meetings virtually, a study finds.

By Aman Kidwai • Dec. 02, 2020

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Cemex Ventures announces 10 finalists in construction tech startup competition

The cement manufacturer will host a virtual event for the winners to pitch their products to potential investors.

By Zachary Phillips • Dec. 02, 2020

Sponsored by Esri

GIS and BIM interoperability brings great value to AEC professionals

CAD, BIM, and GIS data must be woven together to address the big problems AEC professionals strive to solve.

Trade Hounds launches app to connect contractors, workers

The software developer's Jobs Platform has 175,000 skilled tradespeople nationwide and was tested by 30 construction firms.

By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 25, 2020

VDC propels solutions on Clark Construction's $300M mixed-use project

The contractor's advance planning also helped solve challenges from the ground up at a complicated Maryland office and multifamily project.

By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 25, 2020

Suffolk Technology announces 5 finalists for Boost program

The construction-based startups will get discussions and testing from Suffolk and its partners, including promoting them to industry investors.

By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 18, 2020

Sponsored by Trimble

How 3 tech-forward companies are blazing their path in prefab

Construction firms reveal their strategies for scaling and optimizing prefabrication services.

By Eric Harris • Nov. 16, 2020

Sponsored by HammerTech

The critical evolution in ConTech: Field operations management platforms

Construction is experiencing a safety evolution. It’s time for one-stop-shop field management platforms.

SoFi Stadium digital twin first of its kind

The virtual replica will help managers of the Los Angeles stadium identify potential problems, optimize sustainability and manage risk, according to tech provider Willow.

By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 11, 2020

Virgin Hyperloop successfully tests human travel

The 107-mph test in Las Vegas represents a major step forward for the high-tech transit option, according to co-founder and CTO Josh Giegel.

By Chris Teale • Nov. 10, 2020

Sponsored by Esri

Simplifying reality capture workflows

A cloud-based, end-to-end workflow solution for capturing, processing, and analyzing drone imagery.

What's in store for contractors under a Biden presidency?

From infrastructure spending and union support to immigration, taxes and regulations, the construction industry will face a new set of challenges and opportunities under a Biden administration.

By Joe Bousquin , Kim Slowey • Nov. 07, 2020

Hilti unveils BIM-enabled construction robot for mobile ceiling work

The Jaibot can perform semi-autonomous mobile ceiling drilling to aid in mechanical, electrical and plumbing jobs and communicate progress with the project office.

By Jenn Goodman • Nov. 04, 2020

Southland's easy transition to using BIM from home

There are four reasons why the contractor made a smooth transition to remote work, officials said during the Design-Build Institute of America’s virtual conference last week.

By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 04, 2020

Opinion

Many contractors overlook this lucrative tax credit

The research and development federal tax credit of up to 12% is available to innovative construction firms, but many are unaware of it, says tax expert Cole Marr.

By Cole Marr • Nov. 02, 2020

Sponsored by Trimble

How construction leaders increase productivity by harnessing jobsite data

Without the right information in front of site supervisors, it’s impossible to make informed and strategic decisions — which can negatively impact timelines and budgets.

Zoom enables end-to-end encryption for all users

As remote work has grown since the pandemic began, more organizations are taking steps to vet their collaboration and communication platforms. 

By Samantha Ann Schwartz • Oct. 28, 2020

Academic, industry leaders to create national institute for AI in construction

The effort involves more than 40 industry partners from architecture, engineering and construction, who will join researchers from the University of Illinois and Carnegie Mellon University.

By Jenn Goodman • Oct. 28, 2020

Contech firm Icon to develop 3D-printed buildings for moon

The construction technology developer is working to create a space-based construction system that could support future exploration of the moon.

By Jenn Goodman • Oct. 28, 2020

Sponsored by Trimble

Is it possible to improve jobsite productivity in construction?

While the development and adoption of technology targeted at the construction industry is increasing, efficiencies still lag with jobs finishing late or over budget.

Sponsored by Trimble

3 ways contractors are using technology to reduce waste — and increase margins

Many construction firms have no idea how much is being wasted, or how much it eats into profits.

By Eric Harris • Oct. 26, 2020

Coronavirus fast-tracks tech, culture innovation

From expanding VPNs to meet higher network demand to giving employees office equipment, contractors and other companies are finding efficient ways to stay productive through the pandemic.

By Katie Malone • Oct. 21, 2020

Gauging which tech tools help contractors the most

Procore's new App Management Metrics shows contractors which combination of tech their workers and trade partners leverage most often, and the pairing that can lead to successful projects.  

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 21, 2020

Report: Cyberattacks are second-biggest concern for businesses during pandemic

Hackers are increasingly going after construction companies, but the survey shows less than half of all firms have taken steps to protect their data.

By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 21, 2020