Technology

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    Deep Dive

    Security has an underlying defect: passwords and authentication

    Cyberattacks are fueled by the shortcomings of business authentication controls. Bad things happen when access falls apart and credentials land in the wrong hands.

    By Matt Kapko • Sept. 20, 2023
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    NIBS panelists hash out AI adoption

    Precision, performance and materials are three categories where the tech is helping AEC pros, according to a recent conference session.

    By • Sept. 20, 2023
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    Construction Technology

    As construction technology continues to evolve, here’s what savvy contractors need to know.

    By Construction Dive staff
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    Why connected is key with common data environments

    As the construction industry embraces digital transformation, data fragmentation has emerged as a critical challenge.

    By Rachel Jones, Content Marketing Manager for Trimble Construction • Sept. 18, 2023
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    Why preconstruction has stolen the project spotlight

    Construction Dive rounds up its series on the challenges and opportunities of a strong preconstruction approach. 

    By Chris Wood • Sept. 14, 2023
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    Sprouts plans to open 40 stores

    The new store count, which executives detailed Tuesday at Goldman Sachs’ Global Retailing Conference, is a marked increase from the 30 stores the grocer is on track to add in 2023.

    By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 14, 2023
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    Opinion

    The time is now to protect your firm from ransomware attacks

    Contractors are prime targets for hacks, but there are important steps businessowners can take to protect themselves, writes one cyber expert.

    By Stel Valavanis • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Executive Moves

    California environmental contractor taps tech exec for digital growth

    Brown and Caldwell is enlisting data in its fight against the effects of climate change, an increasingly critical area for clients. 

    By • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Gotion to establish $2B Illinois battery plant

    The China-based manufacturer plans to create 2,600 jobs at the site, set to open next year.

    By Sara Samora • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Inside construction firms’ fight for workers

    Nearly nine in 10 firms are feeling the pinch on skilled labor, but tech may be a salve for employment woes, according to the Associated General Contractors of America.

    By • Sept. 11, 2023
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    Project Milestones

    Walsh kicks off $1B Microsoft data center on former Foxconn site

    Earthwork and excavation on the property in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, have begun, setting the stage for foundation work this fall.

    By • Sept. 8, 2023
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    Google plans $600M data center in Mesa, Arizona

    The project announcement closely follows Google’s other recent commitments to expand its data center facilities elsewhere in the country, such as in Ohio and Iowa.

    By • Sept. 8, 2023
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    WSP bets on 3D-printed concrete for infrastructure projects

    The Canadian building giant is developing new applications for the technology, which can cut carbon emissions and project costs.

    By • Sept. 7, 2023
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    SEC cyber disclosure rules take effect: What to expect

    With enforcement on the horizon, many of the SEC's rules for material disclosures are subject to interpretation.

    By Naomi Eide • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Shared challenges: Why preconstruction is suddenly so important

    General contractors such as Mortenson, Messer and PCL say project collaboration is happening much earlier and with greater transparency than before the pandemic.  

    By Chris Wood • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Q&A

    Contractors adopt electric equipment to fight rising prices

    Making the switch from diesel brings lower operating and maintenance costs, as well as federal and state tax incentives, according to an industry expert.

    By • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Q&A

    ConTech Conversations: How putting trust in building models eliminates uncertainty

    Hannu Lindberg, DPR’s leader of virtual design and construction, spoke about keeping teams on the same page and the future of workers on jobsites.

    By • Aug. 30, 2023
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    Project Milestones

    PCL tops off $150M Toronto mass timber building

    Limberlost Place includes three, three-story mass timber columns, which the contractor claims are among the largest in North America.

    By • Aug. 29, 2023
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    5 construction-related ideas from Fast Company awards

    Modular moon habitats, autonomous trucking technology and inside-out buildings are some of the advancements that the magazine highlighted in its annual list of innovations.

    By • Aug. 29, 2023
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    Jacobs subsidiary and TomTom partner on transportation data

    StreetLight Data and TomTom will develop an analytic platform to help cities and transit agencies plan transportation and infrastructure projects.

    By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 29, 2023
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    What’s driving construction technology spending in 2023 and 2024?

    The economic slowdown of 2023 is starting to materialize and affect budgets. But not in construction technology. Keep reading to find out what's driving increased tech spending into 2024.

    By Rachel Jones • Aug. 28, 2023
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    Project Milestones

    Bechtel starts construction on NASA’s $1.5B Florida launch site

    The rocket pad project, which will play a role in the agency's mission to put people back on the moon, has faced delays and cost overruns.

    By • Aug. 24, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    How Israel’s startup culture powers contech innovation

    The country’s business environment is a boon for enterprising construction technology firms, but it leaves little room to grow once a company is up and running, experts say.

    By • Aug. 23, 2023
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    Q&A

    Data center construction rides AI wave: CBRE director

    Rapid growth in artificial intelligence is fueling data center demand.

    By • Aug. 22, 2023
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    4 ways connected laptops can help construction pros increase productivity and profitability

    The latest cellular-equipped laptops and tablets are solving connectivity issues on construction sites.

    Aug. 21, 2023
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    U of Illinois to create center for autonomous construction

    The research program will be funded by grants of up to $8 million from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

    By • Aug. 17, 2023