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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 Global Innovators List (New)

December 19, 2024

Welcome to the fifth annual 2024 Global Innovators 75! A lot has changed in five years… Initiatives to unlock innovation within large companies, such as Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) arms, […]

2024 Top 50 Adoption Leaders List

November 14, 2024

The BuiltWorlds Adoption Leaders Top 50 List recognizes members who actively engage in the BuiltWorlds member network. These individuals exhibit a high level of interest in learning and participating in […]

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 […]

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Introducing BuiltWorlds Institutional Activity Dashboard

BuiltWorlds Institutional Activity Dashboard is now live. This dashboard tracks deepening M&A activity, venture fund launches, and monthly construction spending in the US. To see BuiltWorlds Top Deals of 2022 → Click Here To view the Institutional Activity Dashboard (members only) → Click Here The FOMO-fueled overzealous fundraising environment of […]

AROUND THE NETWORK: ConTech’s 2022 Construction 4.0 Event A Rousing Success!

Last month, over 600 international and local participants attended BuiltWorlds member ConTech’s CONSTRUCTION 4.0 in Tel Aviv, Israel. The event encompassed 50+ speakers and 30 expo booths and also included 9 side events that provided many additional networking opportunities for real estate developers, contractors, investors, global VCs, startups, international corporations, […]

Congress Proposes VR for American Workforce

  On December 22, 2022, the Education and Labor committee within the House of Representatives introduced the H.R.9674 – Immersive Technology for the American Workforce Act of 2022 which proposed the following:  To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to direct the Secretary of Labor to carry out a […]

BuiltWorlds 2023 Research Initiatives

Venture Research Updates Start Up Profile Database BuiltWorlds Startup Profile Database provides the Venture Forum with a standardized initial due diligence for innovation initiatives, whether leveraged for tech scouting, outsourced R&D, or straight deal sourcing, this library of actively fundraising startups provides this nascent tech industry with a much-needed deal-flow […]

Venture West Panel Preview: The State Of The Strategics

Venture West SF is just 2 months out with invaluable built world industry insights just waiting to be heard and debated starting with “The State of Strategics in the Built World” panel on the morning of Day 1 of the conference (March 21). This panel will kick off the innovation-inspiring […]

Building Tech Explained

The Built Environment’s Global Effect The built environment generates 40% of annual global CO2 emissions* In 2040 approximately 2/3 of the global building stock will be buildings that exist today* CO2 emissions from buildings and construction hit a new high, leaving the sector off track to decarbonize by 2050* Buildings’ […]

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Analyst Calls & Videos

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Tim Swanson from Inherent Homes’ Keynote at our December Future Workforce Meeting

At our 2024 event, we tackled one of the industry’s most pressing challenges: the shrinking workforce. The day began with an inspiring keynote from Tim Swanson, CEO and Founder of Inherent Homes, a nonprofit dedicated to providing affordable housing. Swanson urged the audience to embrace creative, outside-the-box thinking when searching […]

Construction Technology Interview

ConTech Talks: Alan Espinoza, Solution Architect, Graitec

At this year’s Construction Tech Conference we had the pleasure of sitting with Alan Espinoza, Solution Architect from Graitec to talk about some of the exciting things happening at the software company and what Alan sees as some of the key pieces of technology that will come into play in […]

Demo Drop: Pathways

Pathways is a forward-thinking construction technology company that focuses on streamlining workflows, enhancing productivity, and improving decision-making across the construction industry. By leveraging innovative digital solutions, Pathways aims to address the unique challenges faced by contractors, builders, and project managers in today’s dynamic and fast-paced construction environment.

What Our Customers Say

As 2024 winds down, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible feedback we’ve received from our community throughout the year. Your insights and experiences with BuiltWorlds have fueled our passion to deliver even more in 2025. With a lineup of exciting new events alongside beloved classics, we’re gearing […]

Demo Drop: PVFARM

  PVFARM is a web-based platform that streamlines the design and optimization of utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) projects. Founded in 2021 and based in Newport Beach, California, the company focuses on automating the layout and grading processes for large-scale solar installations, enabling engineers and contractors to make informed decisions and […]

Demo Drop: Building Swell

Building Swell is a forward-thinking modular construction company redefining how spaces are built. Specializing in innovative, sustainable, and efficient building solutions, Building Swell delivers high-quality modular structures designed to meet the unique needs of businesses and communities. By leveraging advanced manufacturing techniques and streamlined processes, they provide cost-effective and customizable […]