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Q3 2024 Venture Report: State of Built World Venture Markets

October 14, 2024

Table of Contents Introduction Macro Narrative: U.S. Construction Data Overarching Built Environment Venture Trends Investment Trends by Stage Average Round Size Investment Trends by Country Investment Trends by Technology Category Infrastructure Tech Building Tech Construction Tech AI/ML Institutional Activity Fund Launches M&A/Exits Summary Introduction Venture activity across the built environment […]

2024 AI/ML Preparedness Introductory Research Report

September 11, 2024

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Preparedness INTRODUCTION Innovations surrounding artificial intelligence and machine learning can propel the construction industry forward. But all too often, stakeholders are overwhelmed with options and don’t know where to begin on their AI journey. The BuiltWorlds’ AI/ML research track aims to provide an industry overview […]

2024 Annual Offsite Construction Benchmarking Report

September 10, 2024

Summary BuiltWorlds’ Benchmarking program offers Engineering, Construction, and Real Estate Company members an opportunity to gauge their technology adoption against their peers so they can identify and prioritize the gaps in their technology stack they need to address to be a leading firm in terms of digitization and innovation. Since […]

Annual Tools, Equipment, and Robotics Benchmarking Report

August 14, 2024

Summary The Benchmarking program offers BuiltWorld’s Engineering, Construction, and Real Estate Company members an opportunity to gauge their technology adoption against their peers so they can identify and prioritize the gaps in their technology stack they need to address to be a leading firm in terms of digitization. Since its […]

Q2 2024 Venture Report: State of Built World Venture Markets

July 15, 2024

Table of Contents Introduction Investment Trends by Stage Average Round Size Investment Trends by Country Investment Trends by Technology Category Infrastructure Tech Building Tech Construction Tech AI/ML Institutional Activity Fund Launches M&A/Exits Summary Introduction If built world venture capital markets proved one thing in Q2 2024, it’s that we are […]

Annual Field Solutions Benchmarking Report

June 19, 2024

Summary The Benchmarking program offers BuiltWorld’s Engineering, Construction, and Real Estate Company members an opportunity to gauge their technology adoption against their peers so they can identify and prioritize the gaps in their technology stack they need to address to be a leading firm in terms of digitization. Since its […]

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Top Lists

2024 BuiltWorlds’ Top 50 Venture Investors

October 8, 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Venture Investors 50! Since 2017, BuiltWorlds has tracked venture deals in the global construction and broader real estate ecosystem, annually spotlighting the 50 most active venture […]

2024 Offsite Construction Top 50

September 17, 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Offsite Construction Top 50! This list was derived from a combination of the 2024 Offsite Construction Survey data, direct industry research, member conversations & feedback, and […]

2024 Infrastructure Top 50

September 12, 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Infrastructure Top 50! The Infrastructure 50 List was derived from a combination of the 2024 benchmarking survey data, direct industry research, member conversations & feedback, and […]

2024 Tools & Equipment Top 50

September 5, 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Tools and Equipment Top 50! This list was derived from a combination of the 2024 Tools, Equipment, and Robotics Survey data, direct industry research, member conversations […]

2024 Robotics Top 50 List

August 21, 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Robotics Top 50! The Robotics Top 50 List was derived from a combination of the 2024 Tools, Equipment, and Robotics Survey data, direct industry research, member […]

2024 Reality Capture Top 50 List

July 11, 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Reality Capture Top 50 List! The Reality Capture Top 50 List was derived from a combination of the 2024 Field Solutions survey data, direct industry research, […]

News & Analysis

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C-Suite Corner: Meet the safety app that won an award before it existed

When just their idea for a new safety app garnered a national award three
months ago, Capital Construction Solutions knew it was on to something.
Now, as the product’s full market rollout nears, CEO Cory Davis tells
more. 

Is this job surveillance video useful, or just kinda creepy?

Jobsite tech promises huge improvements… but lately, is it getting a little
too creepy? As more science fiction becomes fact every day, odds are that
live streaming data displays are coming, writes FieldLens’ Daryl Lang.

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Games People Play Engage Skills AEC Firms Now Seek

Don’t be so quick to kick Junior or Princess off the computer next time you
think they’ve spent too much time gaming. After all, the next Bjarke Ingels
or Jeannie Gang may be behind that pitter-patter on the keyboard or game
controller.

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Worth the Wait, CMU Project Management Tool Gains Ground

For decades, Carnegie Mellon been a hotbed of computational R&D. Now, after
waiting 12 long years of waiting, experts there think a new project
management tool called FASTTAC can help teams collaborate better.

Older BuiltWorlds Articles

New ArcSite Pro App Anticipates Your Every Pen Stroke

If you perform site investigations for a living, then your job and your
life just got easier. Michigan startup Arctuition has launched a new mobile
app that aims to do away with pen and paper for field inspections.

Cascading & cumulative, BIM benefits multiply on complex projects

Despite its split from ENR, Dodge Data & Analytics this summer has released
another SmartMarket Report. Entitled Measuring the Impact of BIM on Complex
Buildings, it finds that the bigger the job, the bigger BIM’s benefits.

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Analyst Calls & Videos

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ConTech Talks: Jon Pahl, VP of Construction, Nabholz

At the 2024 Construction Tech Conference we sat down with Jon Pahl, VP of Construction at Nabholz to talk all things construction tech. Watch the full video as he talks about some of the most exciting things happening at Nabholz and digs into why he thinks technology solutions are lagging […]

2024 Tokyo Summit: Productivity Through Technology

This panel hosted a discussion on how emerging technologies are revolutionizing jobsite productivity. We explored the latest advancements in automating tasks and optimizing resource flow, allowing for greater efficiency and precision in construction. Industry leaders shared insights into how these innovations are transforming workflows, overcoming labor challenges, and driving new […]

2024 Infrastructure Conference: Roads, Bridges, Tunnels, and Innovations in How We Move

This in-depth discussion centered on the future of transportation and mobility, where industry leaders  shared insights into the cutting-edge technologies reshaping our infrastructure. From integrating advanced mobility solutions to improving connectivity and efficiency, this panel covered the key trends driving change in transportation systems. Discover how these developments are setting […]

2024 Infrastructure Conference: Innovations in Water

During this session, we explored practical applications of emerging technologies in water and waste management, highlighting case studies that demonstrate their impact on efficiency and sustainability. This session offered valuable insights for construction companies, tech firms, asset owners, and investors looking to stay ahead in an evolving industry. Watch our […]

2024 Demo Drop: Legman.io

Watch as Daniel Shaw, CEO & Co-Founder of Legman.io delivers his pitch during the Demo Day Competition at the Builtworlds 2024 Construction Technology Conference that took place in the iconic Willis Tower in late June. About the Company: Legman.io is an AI-driven platform focused on simplifying bid management for the […]

2024 Infrastructure Conference: Intersecting Venture Investment, Innovation, & Infrastructure

This panel session focused on leveraging the recent surge in infrastructure investment and project activity. Panel experts explored diverse strategies for capitalizing on this growing emphasis, from identifying profitable opportunities and securing funding to navigating market trends and optimizing returns. Gain practical insights and actionable advice on how to effectively […]