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Leading innovators and collaborators to convene at Futurebuild 2024

The built environment’s most influential event for innovation and collaboration, Futurebuild, returns March 5-7 2024 at London’s ExCeL. With “take a stand for change” as this year’s key theme, Futurebuild 2024 promises to be the most transformative yet, furthering its mission of driving systemic change and taking a stand for a better built environment.

Construction technology in the Middle East set to shake-up industry

Construction technology in the Middle East is being embraced by more companies, according to a new region-wide survey. Kaarin Kalavus-Collins of Turner & Townsend takes a look at the results.

AI in planning departments: Friend or foe?

John Mason, associate at Carter Jonas, explores the use of AI in planning departments and its ability to review applications.

Boosting the UK’s climate resiliency through digital skills

Stephanie Baxter, head of policy at the Institution of Engineering & Technology, explores how the UK can boost its climate resiliency through digital skills.

Nearly a quarter of tradespeople fell victim to cyber crime in 2023

23% of tradespeople surveyed by NFU Mutual had fallen victim to a cyber attack or cyber crime in 2023.

[VIDEO] Robot bricklayers could be coming to UK with new startup

Monumental's robot bricklayers can work as fast as a human stonemason and could be the answer to the UK's brickie shortage.

The digital future of construction materials procurement

With demands for sustainability, efficiency and cost savings on the rise, construction materials purchasing methods are evolving.

Virtuscan: scanning services for your structure and properties

Virtuscan specializes in Geometric Data Capture, utilising laser scanners, drones, cameras, and survey equipment to map and document properties and structures.

Drone technology in real estate: The future or pie in the sky?

Drone technology might be hitting the headlines due to their vital usage by the armed forces in global conflicts, but its potential is also fast expanding in the world of real estate. Louise Irvine, senior knowledge development lawyer at Forsters, takes a look.

How data and AI is changing the way we live and work

Increasingly, data and AI are seamlessly integrated within many aspects of our daily lives. From chatting to virtual assistants to advanced algorithms rendering lifelike images, the role of technology is ubiquitous, says Gordon Johnstone, head of DataFest at The Data Lab.

Viewpoint for Projects delivers on high-profile hospital build

How the Golden Thread of Information connected multiple stakeholders on the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital project.

The role of technology in safeguarding global infrastructure and mitigating climate risks

Global infrastructure is facing pressure like never before. Growing populations, time, and the impact of global warming are putting our built environment to the test - and it’s a test it’s currently failing, explains Andrea Bartoli, chief technology officer at Worldsensing.

How using digital can transform your construction materials procurement process

The Build Chain investigates how digitising the construction materials procurement process can benefit your business.

Impact of IoT in social housing revealed by University of Exeter research

Partnering with Aico|HomeLINK and industry partners, the University of Exeter has created a guide to best implement IoT in social housing.

Nemetschek Revolutionises Digital Twins with its Horizontal and Open Platform dTwin

In October, the Nemetschek Group announced the availability of its SaaS digital twin platform, dTwin.

Manufacturing, digital twins and the undeniable profitability of accuracy

Jon Butler, head of digital engineering at Murphy Geospatial, looks at the role of digital twins in the manufacturing sector and the importance of good data foundations.

NBS’ Digital Construction Report shows rising use of emerging tech

Over a quarter of those surveyed believe the construction industry is performing well, according to the NBS' 2023 Digital Construction Report.

CIOB and Bluebeam team up to help SMEs adopt construction software

Bluebeam has partnered with the Chartered Institute of Building to write a step-by-step guide to help SMEs understand how to adopt construction software.

How can technology bolster site logistics?

Discover how purpose-built construction tech platforms are transforming site logistics, enabling precise and efficient scheduling. Uncover the economic advantages that accumulate over multiple projects, leading to increased margins and the ability to work within tighter budgets.

Why construction technology holds the key to tackling ÂŁ21bn lost to error

Construction technology can address errors that have held the industry back, says Cliff Smith, executive director of the Get It Right Initiative.

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