Industry at a Glance: Construction Gains Forward Momentum
Construction experienced a slight rebound to end out 2025, indicated by increases in construction employment and projected starts, according to the latest available data. While the publication of U.S. economic data continues to lag as a result of last year’s extended government shutdown, the numbers that are available give us […]
Venture Deal Tracker: Investors Target Efficiency
In the late 1960s, the productivity of U.S. construction workers started to drop. So far, it hasn’t stopped. This lagging productivity isn’t unique to the U.S., or even North America. It’s global. But while it’s a troubling trend for the AEC industry, it’s an opportunity for those in the venture […]
Industry at a Glance: Construction Holding Steady Despite Slight Declines
On November 12, President Donald Trump signed legislation to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. With its end came the restoration of critical labor and census data, allowing us to once again evaluate the economic state of the country’s construction industry. The new numbers shows a slight rebound […]
Venture Deal Tracker: AI, Robotics and Heat Pumps Win the Week
Venture activity in the AEC space continues to be strong in the later months of 2025, with interest in future-forward technologies like AI and robotics fueling deals throughout the ecosystem. This week we highlight deals closed by PermitFlow, Gravis Robotics, and Enerin. See more details below. PermitFlow Raises $54 Million […]
Get Ready for an Exclusive Experience With SurePods and Digital Building Components Facility Tours at BuiltWorlds 2025 Offsite Construction Conference
On December 10–11, 2025, BuiltWorlds’ Offsite Construction Conference in Phoenix will feature immersive combined tours of SurePods’ prefab bathroom pod facility and Digital Building Components’ panelized exterior and structural wall lines, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at BIM-driven, industrialized construction workflows. Attendees will see how integrated digital design, factory-controlled quality, and scalable prefab systems are reshaping schedules, labor strategies, and project outcomes across healthcare, hospitality, and multifamily projects.
Trimble 0-60 Challenge 2025 Crowns the Next Generation of AECO Innovators: And the Winners Are…
The future of the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Owner-Operator (AECO) industry was unveiled this week as the Trimble 0-60 Challenge 2025 culminated in a spectacular Demo Day at Trimble Dimensions in Las Vegas, Nevada, from November 10-12, 2025. After 12 weeks of intensive development and showcasing their breakthrough integrations, the […]
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