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White House to scrutinize use of AI, worker tracking tools
The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy said it will request information from the public regarding how such tools are used to “surveil, monitor, evaluate and manage” workers.
By Kathryn Moody • May 3, 2023 -
Q&A // Safety Week 2023
Skanska exec: Jobsite safety tech hinges on data
Danielle O’Connell, senior director of Skanska USA’s emerging technology team, takes a holistic approach to keeping workers safe.
By Matthew Thibault • May 3, 2023 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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Construction technology continues to evolve even as the broader tech market hits a rough patch.
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Bosch to invest $1.5B into California semiconductor plant
The German company plans to acquire the assets of Roseville, California-based chipmaker TSI Semiconductors.
By Sebastian Obando • May 2, 2023 -
Katerra factory buyer sees affordable housing uptick
Vaughan Buckley, CEO at Volumetric Building Companies, said amid widespread finance jitters, there is more funding stability in the sector due to government grants.
By Sebastian Obando • May 1, 2023 -
Sponsored by Bridgit
The benefits of sharing resources across multiple offices
Keeping a strong utilization rate can be easier if offices support each other and share resources.
By Nemanja Simic, Bridgit • May 1, 2023 -
Sponsored by Struxtion
Why successful construction payment solutions require a goldilocks approach
Making payments and getting paid quickly, securely and with transparency is one way to ensure success in construction.
May 1, 2023 -
Researchers create improved jobsite safety tech with location tracking
A University of Houston-led team has upgraded its earlier system, which can track where objects and people are even as line of sight breaks.
By Matthew Thibault • April 26, 2023 -
Most Americans oppose using AI to hire and monitor workers, Pew says
Two-thirds of respondents said they would not want to apply for a job that uses AI to assist with hiring decisions.
By Ryan Golden • April 26, 2023 -
Q&A // ConTech Conversations
ConTech Conversations: The AI revolution is closer than you think
Patrick Murphy, former congressman and CEO of Togal.AI, discussed the future of artificial intelligence and how it will impact the construction industry.
By Matthew Thibault • April 26, 2023 -
Gilbane creates new tech-oriented role
The contractor is bolstering its technology focus with the appointment of Rawle Sawh to the new position of director of operations technology.
By Matthew Thibault • April 25, 2023 -
How contractors use tech to tighten up supply chains
Centralized material tracking is key to shoring up the weak links in the procurement process exposed by the pandemic, construction execs say.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • April 19, 2023 -
Q&A
Skanska VP: AI use in construction can improve safety
Will Senner says artificial intelligence can be like a “super-enhanced search engine” that finds trends in company data.
By Zachary Phillips • April 19, 2023 -
Contech Funding
Safety tech firm raises $8M for new AI product
SafeGuard claims its software can predict hazardous jobsite incidents before they occur.
By Matthew Thibault • April 18, 2023 -
Sponsored by Oracle
How technology is delivering sustainable construction
Learn how technology can help the construction industry better manage sustainability goals of projects and programs.
April 17, 2023 -
$750K grant will help develop AI training games for construction pros
Florida International University’s new program will ask users to talk through their decisions and recommend specific lessons based on the answers.
By Matthew Thibault • April 12, 2023 -
Contech firms continue to attract VC money
Drones, AI and procurement applications all got a funding boost this past month.
By Matthew Thibault • April 11, 2023 -
Field Materials raises $4.6M seed funding
The company’s program aims to streamline materials procurement through the use of AI.
By Matthew Thibault • April 6, 2023 -
Mortenson pilots Sarcos robots on solar installation project
A Mortenson executive said that the project was a “good proof of concept” even as the technology continues to evolve.
By Matthew Thibault • April 5, 2023 -
Cyberattacks hit almost all companies last year, Sophos says
A constant barrage of malicious activity has organizations reeling, negatively impacting their ability to strategize or accomplish IT projects.
By Matt Kapko • April 5, 2023 -
Turner, AI SpaceFactory aim to test off-world 3D printing on earth
A biopolymer basalt composite developed for the moon and Mars could have far-reaching impacts on terrestrial construction.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • April 5, 2023 -
Sponsored by LCPtracker
Case study: The ROI of local hiring and DEI initiatives
How contractors and public agencies can benefit from local hiring initiatives on public works.
By Dr. Giovanna Brasfield, CEO and Principal Consultant of Brasfield & Associates, LLC; Amber Meshack, Director of LAWA’s Business, Jobs & Social Responsibility Division; and LCPtracker • April 3, 2023 -
Microsoft plans $1B data center campus on former Foxconn site
Pending local officials' approval, the tech conglomerate's Wisconsin project could begin later this year.
By Sebastian Obando • March 29, 2023 -
Contech Funding
Togal.AI raises $5M
After a funding round that included execs from Meta and Goldman Sachs, the firm plans to insert generative AI in its future product offerings, according to CEO Patrick Murphy.
By Matthew Thibault • Updated March 31, 2023 -
Deep Dive
Tech vendor risk raises vetting stakes in wake of SVB crisis
Deposits are safe, but tech startups may no longer have access to venture debt and the lines of credit that helped fuel innovation.
By Matt Ashare • March 29, 2023 -
IoT has massive upside, but data must flow first
Real-time data must be integrated to improve forecasting, quality control and risk reduction, experts say.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • March 29, 2023