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Whatever happened to the smart city?
Mark Enzer, head of the National Digital Twin Programme at the Centre for Digital Built Britain and contributor to built environment event Futurebuild, explains how connecting digital twins can serve smarter cities.
Bentley Systems acquires GroupBC to advance collaborative BIM
Bentley Systems has acquired GroupBC to better serve engineers, contractors, and owners and to advance CDEs through digital twins.
Bentley systems introduces reality app for infrastructure construction
Bentley Systems presented the Synchro XR app for visualising 4D construction digital twins with the new Microsoft HoloLens 2.
Embracing the future of AEC: Insights from the 2024 Allplan Summit
Allplan’s recent Build the Future Summit 2024 has been another successful virtual event, sharing the latest innovations in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry.
Understanding the benefits of as-built survey software
Imerso explores how As-built survey software can close the gap between the site and the plans.
IoT technology in construction
IoT technology in construction will be a gamechanger for the industry, but challenges must be overcome first, says Ramona Marfievici, principal IoT engineer at Digital Catapult.
How Britain’s construction sector could benefit from using robotics
Britain must leverage the use of robotics and automation or risk being left behind on the global construction landscape, the National Roboatrium’s Pete Felton writes.
Hexagon to partner with Nemetschek Group
AEC/O and media software giant Nemetschek Group has announced a strategic partnership with Hexagon's Geosystems division to accelerate the digital transformation in the industry.
Five technology trends for the AEC industry in 2024
Explore in this interview with Eduardo Lazzarotto, Chief Product & Strategy Officer at ALLPLAN, five AEC technology trends that are poised to make a substantial impact in 2024.
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.
The evolution of BIM: From design focus to whole-life information management
Too often misconceived as being just about project delivery, BIM – better information management – is a catalyst for achieving better whole-life outcomes, says Paul Wilkinson, vice-chair of nima – formerly the UK BIM Alliance.
41% of architects now using AI, RIBA reports
New research by RIBA reveals that 41% of UK architects are already using artificial intelligence (AI) on at least the occasional project- and of those, 43% think it has made the design process more efficient.
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.
Embracing technological innovation: transforming construction workforce development
The construction sector is witnessing a shift in workforce dynamics, propelled by the seamless integration of technology. In this article, Anderselite explores how this technology can transform construction workforce development.
How offsite manufacturers are spearheading a circular economy for sustainable construction
In this article, David Harris, CEO of Premier Modular, explores how offsite manufacturers are playing a crucial role in the circular economy by producing reusable, reconfigurable, and rental buildings with low-waste practices.
Surge in Housing Ombudsman complaints underscores urgency in meeting resident expectations
A rise in Housing Ombudsman complaints shows how vital it is to meet residents’ expectations quickly, says Civica’s Helen Rogers.
Verifi3D: Model checking & validation
With the recent redevelopment of its core display engine, broader support for CDE integrations, and expanded functionality, Verifi3D offers easy-to-use model checking, validation, and visualisation, writes Martyn Day.
Seeing the added benefits of Bentley’s iTwin software with Susanne Trierscheid
PBC Today sat down with Susanne Trierscheid, vice president of Modelling, Facilities, and Engineering at Bentley Systems, to talk about the additional benefits seen in infrastructure projects that use Bentley’s iTwin Platform.
iTwin’s starring role in the future of structural engineering software
PBC Today’s Harriet Clough sat down with Josh Taylor and Jana Miller from Bentley Systems at the Year in Infrastructure and Going Digital Awards event.
Good construction data practice is critical to efficiency
Jennifer Thompson, CPO of MachineMax, explores how the industry can unlock the full potential of construction data.
KICT unveils cutting-edge scan to BIM technology
The Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology (KICT) has created a scan to BIM-based reverse engineering technology.
Collaboration is the key to achieving a net-zero urban landscape, according...
A new study has suggested digital models are underused in the built environment sector, as the industry works towards a net-zero urban landscape.
How AF Gruppen improved their lean construction process with Imerso
AF Gruppen experienced first-hand how 3D laser scanning, in combination with Imerso, has proven to be incredibly useful in improving the lean construction process for their new-build and renovation projects.
Celebrating one year of nima’s journey in the built environment
nima – formerly the UK BIM Alliance – is leading efforts to embed more data-driven ways of working to deliver tomorrow’s built environment, says Paul Wilkinson.
Stay ahead of 2023’s challenges with the Imerso Construction Playbook
Imerso outlines the 6 best tactics to succeed against the challenges facing the industry in the 2023 Construction Playbook
Diversity and inclusion in construction: A conversation with Mace’s Head of...
PBC Today sat down with Marzia Bolpagni, head of BIM international and associate director at Mace, to discuss her journey in the industry; diversity and inclusion in construction, and how the industry can encourage new diverse talent.