Embrace Innovation and Get Ahead of the Technology Curve

Whether grappling with off-site modular construction projects or the sustainable construction and green building movement, contractors are being challenged in bold, new ways. Although take off and estimating software, cloud-based systems and mobile apps promise cost savings and efficiencies, contractors have failed to embrace technology.

Contractors seem less than eager to accept cutting-edge, next-generation technology like advanced data and analytics, drones, automation and robotics - even though they are designed to improve employee productivity. In fact, nearly 75% of contractors didn’t use advanced data analytics for project-related estimation and performance monitoring. 69 percent are either followers or behind the curve; think about the volume of data that most firms create; from bids to plans to projects.

Of course, those who use new technology such as estimating and production management technology find the benefits are worth it.

We can all agree that new technology is essential for innovation in the construction industry. Not only can new tools and solutions accelerate contractor productivity and improve accuracy, it can also reduce the increased risk associated with complex building projects.

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