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Reality Capture Sets New Standards In Construction – A Preview to BuiltWorlds’ ‘Reality Redefined’ Panel
Reality capture technology is transforming the construction industry, turning once time-consuming and error-prone tasks into streamlined, precise operations. By harnessing the power of 3D laser scanning, drones, and photogrammetry, construction professionals can create highly accurate digital representations of physical spaces. This innovation is not just a leap forward in technology; […]
Climate Tech VC Blackhorn Closes Fund Aimed at Energy Transition
Speaking at BuiltWorlds Paris Summit Wednesday, leaders of VC firm Blackhorn Ventures announced the close of a $154M fund focused on digital infrastructure for industrial decarbonization, including capital-efficient software solutions, vertical SaaS companies and AI applications. Blackhorn Ventures Industrial Impact Fund II, the firm’s third fund, is making Seed and […]
Industry Uses Pilots and Policies to Move Toward Hybrid Equipment
Today nearly half of construction companies use renewable fuel-powered construction equipment to some degree, mostly for pilots, according to BuiltWorlds’ recent sustainable jobsites research. Analysts also expect that figure to grow with more federal and private investment, as well as regulation and policy incentives. But beyond the data, how are […]
Benchmarking Breakthroughs: Key Takeaways From BuiltWorlds 2024 Field Solutions Research
BuiltWorlds’ latest series of research reports covers field solutions, the on-site tools and technologies that keep projects and jobsites running efficiently. A notable takeaway is the transformative surge of the reality capture market, driven by the integration of advanced AI technologies. Recent investments in reality capture solutions, with two-thirds incorporating […]
Strategies for AI Success from Bluebeam CEO
With all the chatter about AI, it’s important to listen up when a real industry expert takes the mic. Usman Shuja is a man who knows what he is talking about. As CEO of construction software provider, Bluebeam, a Nemetschek company, Shuja focuses on technology-led growth and innovation, drawing on […]
Navigating the Digital Shift: Experts Weigh in on Adoption Tips and the Future of Construction Site Management Platforms
Construction site management and site logistics platforms can improve the planning, coordination, and execution of construction site activities. These technologies include software applications for project scheduling, material tracking, equipment management, and labor allocation. We learned about three such platforms-site logistics/management companies PLOT, Fieldwire, and SiteMax Systems-during BuiltWorlds’ June 19 analyst […]
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