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Q3 2024 Venture Report: State of Built World Venture Markets
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
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
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
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
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
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 Top 50 Adoption Leaders List
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
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
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
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
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
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 […]
25 AI-Powered Solutions Transforming the Built World
BuiltWorlds prides itself of monitoring the construction technology landscape to uncover and understand the leading solutions operating in this space. Below is a selection of 25 AI-powered solutions across different tech specialties in the built environment that we found worth highlighting. INTERESTED IN HOW AI IS IMPACTING THE AECO […]
SketchUp 0-60 Challenge Demo Day & Partner Showcase
Trimble Ventures, in conjunction with Trimble’s industry-leading design software SketchUp, has launched a worldwide initiative to discover the next big idea in design technology. With this initiative, we aim to transform how architects, designers, and construction (AEC) professionals work. This year’s participants including Foveate, Loci, Modelizer, ScaffPlan, Skema, Spacely AI, […]
Top AI-Powered Built World Tech Deals from Q3
At BuiltWorlds, we actively track investment and deal activity across the built environment through our Deal Dashboard. Much attention has been paid to major players in the tech industry pouring billions into generative AI companies, with OpenAI’s monumental $6.6 billion funding round being a prime example. In this article, however, […]
Strengthening Industry Ties: John Deere Joins Trimble’s History of Construction Tech Partnerships
In a significant step to boost technological adoption in the construction industry, John Deere and Trimble have announced a new strategic partnership. This collaboration combines Trimble’s Earthworks Grade Control technology with John Deere’s SmartGrade platform, promising to improve efficiency, productivity, and decision-making on construction sites around the world. For over […]
The Truth About Tech in Construction: A Q&A with Suffolk Construction CTO Jit Kee Chin
When it comes to technology in construction-an admittedly broad and tough to tackle subject-there are few better suited to speak on the matter than Dr. Jit Kee Chin, chief technology officer for Suffolk Construction. She was named by Autodesk as one of the “Top Construction Influencers” in 2020. She was […]
The Heartbeat of Future Cities: A Q&A with Rachel Sturgess
As part of BuiltWorlds’ partnership with Cityscape Global, a premier real estate event based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia that brings together stakeholders from across the global real estate, development, and AEC industries, we recently had a chance to sit down with Rachel Sturgess, group director of Tahaluf (a strategic alliance […]
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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 […]
ConTech Talks: Roger Yarrow, CEO, TrueLook
At this year’s Construction Tech Conference, we spoke with the CEO of TrueLook to gather his insights on which technology he believes is the most underutilized yet holds significant potential. TrueLook is a company that specializes in providing construction site cameras and software solutions. Their services enable real-time project monitoring […]
