In October, the Connected Places Catapult hosted a roundtable event at the House of Lords, chaired by Lord Timothy Clement-Jones CBE, to discuss how the UK can realise its ambitions to be a world leader in AI innovation.
Merchant relationships are evolving fast in 2025 — driven by tighter timelines, rising material pressures and the growing expectation that subcontractors should move quicker, smarter and with more visibility than ever before.
Deltek has published its new report “The Growth Blueprint” which highlights how professional services firms can scale smarter, win more work and boost profitability.
Ben Wallbank, digital strategy and partnerships manager EMEA at Trimble, explains why the compliance challenge is as much about data as it is about maintenance and how digital technology can help housing providers stay in line with Awaab's Law.
When it comes to buying materials, the construction industry is undergoing a major shift — one led by technology. AI and automation aren’t just buzzwords; they’re transforming how subcontractors source, compare, and purchase materials.
The fast-paced nature of the mechanical and electrical (M&E) sector and the pressure to shorten project deadlines means contractors can’t afford to spend unnecessary time on administrative tasks or on back-and-forth deliberation with subcontractors over valuations and supply chain payments.
Despite the hype surrounding AI, automation and analytics, most property teams still rely on manual spreadsheets, gut feelings and disconnected systems to manage their assets, according to a new report.
Payapps, an Autodesk company and one of the UK’s leading suppliers of automated application for payment software, saw off strong competition to be ‘Highly Commended’ in the prestigious Payment Technology award category at this year’s Global Fintech Awards.
AI adoption has surged among project managers, according to new research. Professor Adam Boddison OBE, chief executive of the Association for Project Management (APM), discusses the findings and why AI is increasingly becoming a trusted tool to support project delivery.
As regulations and client expectations evolve, Steve Hoskin Construction (SHC) has adapted its field management to meet new challenges and embrace technological opportunities—demonstrating how flexibility helps a growing contractor maintain quality while staying ahead of compliance demands.
AI won’t transform AEC/O overnight – but that’s the point. In From Hype to Habit, Julian Geiger, VP head of AI product & transformation at Nemetschek Group, shares why progress beats perfection, and how growing with AI unlocks real results. Discover how collaboration, feedback, and curiosity turn AI from a buzzword into a trusted partner that evolves with your work.
