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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, […]

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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 […]

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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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2020 BuiltWorlds Digital Summit – Panel: Driving A Culture of Innovation

2020 Digital Summit Panel: Driving A Culture of Innovation Friday, 5/8 10am – 10:30am Tom Emison, Vice President Strategy and Innovation, Kraus Anderson | Dan Gilbane, Director of Strategic Initiatives, Gilbane Building Company | Tonya Dittman, Director of Engagement, Performa Inc. | Weston Tanner, Director, Construction Technology & Innovation, Graycor […]

2020 BuiltWorlds Digital Summit – Panel: A CEO’s Perspective on Positioning Your Organization Today For Tomorrow

2020 Digital Summit Panel: A CEO’s Perspective on Positioning Your Organization Today For Tomorrow Friday, 5/8 19:15am – 9:45pm Richard Wood, CEO, Plaza Construction | Ryan Maibach, CEO, Barton Malow| Marc Dutil, CEO, Canam  How are you managing your business in an environment of rapid technological change? A high-level, strategic […]

2020 BuiltWorlds Digital Summit – Panel: Leveraging Predictive Analytics At The Executive Level

2020 Digital Summit Panel: Leveraging Predictive Analytics At The Executive Level Thursday, 5/7 4:30pm – 5pm Predictive Analytics has quickly become a topic of interest for construction professionals across the industry. Leveraging predictive analytics to spot early indicators of potential cost overruns, schedule delays, and safety incidents before they can […]

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2020 BuiltWorlds Digital Summit – Case Study: Managing New Tech On The Jobsite

2020 Digital Summit Case Study: Managing New Tech On The Jobsite: Thursday, 5/7  3:45pm – 4:15pm This session will look at Oracle’s Industries Innovation Lab, which brings to life the connected worksite of tomorrow, empowering visitors to experience the potential of wearable and sensor technology, drones, autonomous vehicles, and visualization […]

United Rentals Equipment Safety

2020 BuiltWorlds Digital Summit – Fireside Chat: Equipment for Safety & Productivity

2020 Digital Summit Fireside Chat: Equipment for Safety & Productivity Thursday, 5/7 3pm – 3:30pm Equipment Managing and Monitoring Systems. Autonomous Equipment and Robotics in the Field. Data Collection Devices and Management Platforms. As the construction industry continues its effort to digitize, advances in the equipment we use are making […]

2020 BuiltWorlds Digital Summit – Case Study: Leveraging Tech for Pre-Construction & Planning

2020 Digital Summit Case Study:  Leveraging Tech for Pre-Construction & Planning Thursday, 5/7 1:30pm-2pm We’ll explore how Skanska, ranked #7 on the 2019 ENR Top 400 Contractors, is utilizing Pype to quickly Analyze specification documents and gain greater visibility into submittals and requirements. Learn how AI and Machine Learning are […]