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Research Reports
2026 Annual Field Solutions Benchmarking Report
KEY INSIGHTS: Demand for real-time visibility is a common thread across every category. Progress tracking, site visualization, and equipment and workforce visibility consistently ranked among the top use cases and motivations across every solution category, suggesting that while jobsites are more instrumented than ever, converting that data into timely, actionable […]
Q1 2026 Venture Report: State of Built World Venture Markets
Table of Contents Introduction Overarching Built Environment Venture Trends Macro Landscape U.S. Construction Spending European Construction Volume Interest Rates Investment Trends by Stage Geographic Segmentation Investment Trends by Country Investment Trends by City Investment Trends Segmented by BuiltWorlds’ Technology Subcategory Tech Classification System Construction Tech Building Tech Infrastructure Tech Built […]
2026 Annual Project Software Benchmarking Report
KEY INSIGHTS: Core project software is now a baseline expectation across AEC firms, with document management illustrating how deeply embedded these tools have become in daily workflows. In 2026, 87% of organizations report using document management solutions on every project, up from 44% three years ago, highlighting a significant shift […]
2025 Venture & Investment Annual Highlights
Table of Contents Overarching Built Environment Venture Trends Investment Trends by Stage Geographic Segmentation Investment Trends Segmented by BuiltWorlds’ Technology Subcategory Tech Classification System Construction Tech Building Tech Infrastructure Tech Built Environment Tech Mergers and Acquisitions Overarching Built Environment Venture Trends Venture activity in the built environment technology space saw […]
2026 Annual Preconstruction Benchmarking Report
KEY INSIGHTS: Across all surveyed preconstruction technology categories, a clear maturation cycle is evident. Tools that were heavily in pilot phases in 2025, particularly planning-focused solutions like estimating and scheduling, have largely transitioned to full deployment in 2026. Administrative and supporting workflows are growing more slowly, with adoption still far […]
Q4 2025 Venture Report: State of Built World Venture Markets
Table of Contents Introduction Overarching Built Environment Venture Trends Macro Landscape U.S. Construction Spending European Construction Volume Interest Rates Investment Trends by Stage Geographic Segmentation Investment Trends by Country Investment Trends by City Investment Trends Segmented by BuiltWorlds’ Technology Subcategory Tech Classification System Construction Tech Building Tech Infrastructure Tech AI/ML […]
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Top Lists
2026 Field Solutions Top 50
Welcome to the 2026 Field Solutions Top 50 List! The Field Solutions Top 50 List was primarily derived from insights gathered in our 2026 Field Solutions Benchmarking Survey, with additional […]
6th Annual Global Innovators 50
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.
2026 Project Software Top 50
Welcome to the 2026 Project Software Top 50 List! The Project Software Top 50 List was primarily derived from insights gathered in our 2026 Project Software Benchmarking Survey, with additional […]
2026 Preconstruction Top 50 List
Welcome to the 2026 Preconstruction Top 50 List! The Preconstruction Top 50 List was derived from a combination of 2026 Preconstruction Survey data, direct industry research, member conversations & feedback, […]
2026 Mavericks 50 List
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.
2025 Top 50 Venture & Investment Deals
Welcome to the 2025 Top 50 Venture & Investment Deals List! This list spotlights the most significant publicly announced venture capital deals accelerating technology adoption across the built environment. It […]
Construction Tech Conference 2025 Video Playlist
The annual Construction Tech Conference, BuiltWorlds’ largest event, brings together industry leadership and field and operations teams from around the globe to explore the trends and trajectories of innovation and emerging technologies involved in the construction of buildings and infrastructure. Touching on a wide breadth of topics including AI, automation […]
Scaling Prefabrication Methods With Data Center Builds: A Q&A With DPR Construction Prefabrication Technology Leader Justin Schwaiger
For nearly 20 years, Justin Schwaiger has helped AEC industry teams build both structures and solutions. In all that time—from his start as a structural engineer at Thornton Tomasetti to stints at Katerra, Manufacton by ALLPLAN, Kope, and even now in his role at DPR—he’s never wavered on the belief […]
BuiltWorlds Announces Its 6th Annual Global Innovators Top 50
BuiltWorlds has announced its 6th annual Global Innovators Top 50, recognizing organizations from around the world for their contributions to advancing the built environment’s digital transformation. The awards program’s honorees are selected from a combination of nominations and internal selection, with each organization meeting a baseline criteria that includes an […]
Building a Safer Construction Industry Through Culture, Technology, and Innovation: BuiltWorlds Safety-Focused Playlist
Safety has always been one of the construction industry’s most urgent and important priorities-but in today’s environment, the conversation is evolving faster than ever. From advances in jobsite technology and AI-powered risk management to shifting workforce dynamics and mental health awareness, companies across the built world are rethinking how they […]
The Future of Construction Safety: 10 ConTech Safety Solutions Making an Impact
Long hours, heavy machinery, constantly shifting environments, and exposure to harmful materials and substances are just some of the factors that make construction a high hazard industry. In 2024, over a thousand construction workers in the United States suffered a fatal work injury-more than any other industry, according to the […]
The Link Between Data Centers And Offsite, the Race for AI Relevance, and More Takeaways From the 2026 Chicago Global Summit
The recent 2026 Chicago Global Summit was a gathering of the world’s top leaders and decision makers from across the built environment value chain. With over 300 AEC professionals in attendance, representing more than 170 companies, the confluence of perspectives and insights made for one of the most memorable as […]
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Demo Drop: Hardline
Hardline Co-Founder and CEO Alena Tuttle pitched the AI-powered voice capturing solution at the 2026 Venture West in San Francisco, Calif. Judges were impressed with the startup which aims to bridge the gap between the field and office by transcribing jobsite calls and conversations in both English and Spanish. The […]
Demo Day Winner: TeamStack AI – AI/ML Conference 2026
TeamStack AI Founder & CEO Susan Shultz took home top prize at the AI/ML Conference Demo Day Competition, impressing the judges panel with the company’s SaaS solutions that aim to drive better performance by leveraging AI, data, and the collective intelligence of teams. Despite advanced management systems, over 50% of […]
Implementing AI in Planning & Design: Managing Risk & Quality – 2026 AI/ML Conference
In this forward-looking session, industry leaders explored how AI is reshaping planning and design, and how firms can manage the attendant risks while safeguarding quality. Speakers from EnTech Engineering, Autodesk, The Falcon Group, and mbue unpacked proven strategies for embedding AI responsibly into workflows, ensuring trust, traceability and alignment with […]
Safety in Construction: Construction Tech Research Track Virtual Working Group
Approximately 1,000 construction workers die from an occupational injury every year. The industry is also overrepresented in suicide and overdose deaths. This virtual working group session, led by leaders from The Center for Construction Research and Training, detailed current injury trends and freely available resources for organizations to address safety […]
Demo Drop: LexLabs
Lexlabs is redefining construction field operations by transforming project data into intelligent, real-time actions. The AI-powered platform aims to autonomously coordinate across the entire construction value chain, proactively analyze risks, manage and mitigate delays, and execute critical workflows on behalf of project managers. Co-Founder and CEO Nitin Mathur pitched the […]
From Seed to Scale: Proven Strategies From Seasoned Founders – Venture West 2026
How do startups successfully scale from early traction to sustainable growth and market leadership? This interactive session brought together executives from growth-stage companies who have navigated the challenges of rapid expansion. Panelists from Track3D, CALMFLOOR, Roger, Primepoint, and Juno Technology shared firsthand perspectives on building strong teams, refining go-to-market strategies, […]