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2024 Market Overview: Tools, Equipment, & Robotics

April 24, 2024

Tools, Equipment, & Robotics INTRODUCTION Innovations surrounding tools, equipment, and robotics can propel the construction industry forward. But all too often, stakeholders are overwhelmed with options and don’t know where to begin their transformation journey. The BuiltWorlds’ Tools, Equipment, and Robotics research track aims to provide an industry overview of […]

Q1 2024 Venture Report: State of the Built World Venture Market

April 23, 2024

Table of Contents Introduction BuiltWorlds Startups: Market Sentiment Survey Built World VC Investments by Technology Category Infrastructure Tech Building Tech Construction Tech AI/ML Built World VC Investments by Stage Institutional Activity Fund Launches Mergers & Acquisitions Conclusion Introduction The AEC venture capital markets in Q1 largely remain in accordance with […]

2024 Annual Sustainable Jobsites Benchmarking Report

April 10, 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 and potential improvement opportunities. Since its inception, the BuiltWorlds Benchmarking Program has aimed to identify […]

2024 Annual Preconstruction Benchmarking Report

March 20, 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 […]

2024 Building Tech Annual Benchmarking Report

February 20, 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 […]

State of the Built World: Annual Venture Report

January 23, 2024

Executive Summary Setting the Stage If the defining colloquialism of last year’s State of the Built World Annual Report was “follow the leader,” then this year’s would be “flight to quality.” Bank runs, inflation, quantitative tightening, strained trade relations with China, conflict in the Middle East, approaching two years since […]

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Top Lists

2024 Mavericks 50 List

April 30, 2024

The 2023 BuiltWorlds Maverick Awards winners highlights 50 individuals who have acted as trendsetters and innovators in the built world, from architects and engineers to contractors, technologists, influencers, entrepreneurs, and urban designers.

2024 Sustainable Jobsites Top 50

April 17, 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Sustainable Jobsites 50! The Sustainable Jobsite 50 List was derived from a combination of the 2024 Sustainable Jobsite Survey data, direct industry research, member conversations & […]

2024 Preconstruction Top 50 List

March 27, 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Preconstruction 50! The Preconstruction 50 List was derived from a combination of the 2024 Preconstruction Survey data, direct industry research, member conversations & feedback, and case […]

2024 Building Tech 50 List

February 28, 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Building Tech 50! The Building Tech 50 List was derived from a combination of the 2024 Building Tech Survey data, direct industry research, member conversations & feedback, […]

2023 BuiltWorlds’ Top 50 Deals List

January 30, 2024

The BuiltWorlds 2023 Top Deals 50 is a list of the largest venture deals, VC funds raised, and acquisitions in the built world over the course of the year. Since […]

2023 Global Innovators 50 List

December 12, 2023

BuiltWorlds 4th annual list of 50 Global Innovators Welcome to the 4th annual Global Innovators List. BuiltWorlds recognition of a Global Innovator is a tribute to the industry-advancing role that […]

News & Analysis

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C-Suite Corner: Q&A with Textura’s Patrick Allin

BuiltWorlds recently had the opportunity to speak with the Chairman & CEO
of Textura Corp., a 10­-year­-old, Deerfield, IL­-based provider of
cloud­-based collaboration and productivity solutions. The company’s
phenomenal growth in the last few years is evidence that its paperless
ethos is catching on.

Trumpeting a Smarter Way to Collaborate

The SmartUse Value Proposition, In 5 Sentences

Older BuiltWorlds Articles

Wellness at the intersection of medicine + design

In a recent symposium hosted by Perkins+Will, experts in Health Sciences
and Education gathered for a deep dive into the evolving world of medical
education, allied health/science fields, and their effect on modern design
and construction. 

Our first ‘Speak & Connect’ hits it out of the park!

Thanks so much to everyone who attended our first-ever ‘Speak & Connect’
event on Nov. 6. We definitely feel the momentum building here at
BuiltWorlds and the electricity that arrived with you all that evening is
still illuminating our offices today.

From Smart Buildings to Smart Cities, Mapping Digital DNA

If Big, Infinite Data is a key for cities evolving into Smart Cities, then
a question arises as to the hierarchy of data prioritization. In other
words, where does a city start?

Jury honors 25 ‘inspiring’ Bentley projects at London conference

An international jury of 33 industry experts selected this year’s crop of
top tech uses in the field.

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Analyst Calls & Videos

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Analyst Call: AI’s Broad Reach of Impact on the AEC Industry

Venture West 2024: Demo Day: Ediphi

Ediphi develops innovative software and hardware tools tailored to the unique needs of the industry. From advanced project management platforms to state-of-the-art building automation systems, Ediphi empowers construction professionals to streamline processes, optimize resource utilization, and deliver projects on time and within budget. With a commitment to leveraging technology for […]

Analyst Call: Building Tech II: Planning & Design

In the realm of architecture and urban development, the integration of advanced technology has become more than just a trend—it’s a necessity. Building planning and design technology play a pivotal role in shaping the landscapes of our cities and the functionality of our living and working spaces. This technological advancement […]

Venture West 2024: Demo Day: Voltpost

Voltpost is a pioneering company at the forefront of the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure revolution. Specializing in smart and sustainable charging solutions, Voltpost designs and manufactures innovative charging stations that cater to the evolving needs of EV owners, businesses, and municipalities. With a commitment to reliability, accessibility, and user-friendliness, […]

Venture West 2024: Demo Drop: Swyft Cities

Swyft Cities is a dynamic urban mobility solution provider dedicated to transforming the way people navigate and experience cities. With a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and convenience, Swyft Cities offers a comprehensive suite of services and technologies aimed at optimizing transportation networks and enhancing the overall urban mobility ecosystem. From […]

Venture West 2024: The Journey to Net Zero

The construction industry is making significant strides towards achieving net-zero jobsites and projects, driven by a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. This ambitious goal involves reducing carbon emissions, minimizing waste, and optimizing resource usage throughout the entire construction process. Key efforts include: Adopting green building practices: Integrating sustainable design […]