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Research Reports

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

Articles & Feature Stories that cover the latest news & trending topics

AI’s Backbone: Strategic Investments in Data Center Infrastructure

As artificial intelligence (AI) accelerates across industries, the need for robust data center infrastructure has become critical. But the story doesn’t end with just data centers-energy infrastructure is now a vital piece of the puzzle. With AI’s increasing power demands, companies are making massive investments not only in the facilities […]

Aren co-founder Ali Khaloo delivers the company's pitch.

Infrastructure Startup Aren Helps Pave the Way for AI-Powered Asset Management

At BuiltWorlds’ recent Infrastructure Conference, a standout in the civil infrastructure sector emerged: Aren, a startup based in New York City, won the event’s Demo Day competition. Co-founded by Ali Khaloo, the company’s CEO who presented during the event, Aren aims to transform infrastructure management using digital twins and artificial […]

BuiltWorlds and 1871 announce partnership

PRESS RELEASE: BuiltWorlds and 1871 Partner to Improve Innovation Across the Construction Industry

Two Chicago innovation institutions will combine efforts to better serve the buildings and infrastructure construction industries BuiltWorlds, a member network and catalyst for innovation in the buildings and infrastructure industries, today announced its partnership with 1871, a global innovation hub based in Chicago. While BuiltWorlds and 1871 have long worked […]

A Generalist Investor’s Perspective on Construction Tech

In an effort to expose BuiltWorlds’ member investors and startups to a variety of investment strategies, this is the third installment in our Investors series, highlighting new and unique approaches to built world venture investment. The following briefing explores the generalist venture capital (VC) standpoint for built world venture investing […]

construction workers on a roof

Sponsored Content: Construction Won’t Solve the Labor Gap Without Technology, and AI Holds the Key

With nearly 1 in 4 US construction workers over the age of 55 and 1.9 million among the workforce expected to leave the industry this year, the size and scope of the construction labor problem is taking on new proportions. The current shortage averages around 400,000 workers per month, particularly […]

AI/ML Conference Panel Playlist

2024 AI / ML Playlist Take a look back through some of the panels that have taken place at BuiltWorlds events this year that delved into the topic on everyone’s mind – AI. Join us next February in Atlanta, GA for our first ever AI/ML Conference. Get more info and […]

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Analyst Calls & Videos

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September Buildings Analyst Call: Timber Buildings

Timber buildings continue to find growing interest, particularly in Europe where there is more focus on carbon reduction and sustainability than in the United States. That said, we also examined cases of timber buildings in the United States, such as the Adohi Residence Hall at the University of Arkansas, built by BuiltWorlds Member Company, Nabholz. The material is becoming an increasingly important contender next to steel and concrete, around the world, and it has significant implications for trends we are watching in modularization, building materials and products, project management, and materials management. We will dive into the topic and trend with leading experts from around the world.

Netarus and W.M. Jordan reality capture in construction

2020 Project Delivery Conference – Digital Solutions for Safer Equipment Operation

Speakers: Chris Machut, Chief Technology Officer, Netarus HoistCam Raynald Morris, CTO & VDC Director, WM Jordan Geoff Bean, Virtual Construction Coordinator, WM Jordan Session Overview:  Operating equipment in a safe and efficient manner is critical to any contractor’s business, but the nature of the construction jobsite often leaves operators and […]

Evercam Demo Drop

BuiltWorlds Venture Forum Demo Drop – Evercam

Avoid Disputes, Increase Productivity & Improve Communications. Construction time-lapse cameras & project management software that is used for marketing content, project management and dispute avoidance in the construction industry.

BuiltWorlds Smart Job Sites Call

September Smart Jobsites Call: Advances in Schedule Controls

This call explored the advances made in the interface between project management & modelling technologies and how that connection is driving efficiency, safety, and risk mitigation.  Dave, Chris, & Brooks also examined some of the types of technology on the market and the opportunities and challenges associated with each of them.

Openspace Demo Drop

BuiltWorlds Venture Forum Demo Drop – Openspace

Openspace OpenSpace offers photo documentation which is automatically pinned to plan location with AI. About the Demo Drops Weekly Demo Drops are sponsored by BuiltWorlds Venture Forum (BVF).  BVF brings together action-oriented GCs, engineering firms, and other strategic players in the construction sector that share in the belief that change […]

September Venture Call: Pilot Programs – Lessons Learned & Keys to Successful Implementation

In an ideal scenario, pilot programs should be mutually beneficial experiences that help startups accelerate meaningful growth, and inform contractors of their organization’s receptiveness to change. In this call, hear from contractors and startups that have recently worked together on an overview of their product, their program format, length, users, and the lessons learned along the way.