Digital Technology Trends for Construction Industry
We already know how extensive the digital transformations that happen in the construction industry are. Technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and IoT are dramatically reshaping the sector, washing out cliché issues such as low productivity and inefficiency-caused glitches.
The influx of technology solutions in the construction industry has enhanced the capabilities and has streamlined the building production process. Let’s here discuss a few tech trends and the transformation they are bringing into the business. We’ll also analyze how proficiently it would remodel the construction sector in 2021, benefitting your business.
Rapidly changing client expectations
Today, the markets are rapidly transforming and clients are well-aware of these changes. Naturally, they expect more innovatively tailored products for their homes, worksites, commercial buildings, and more. To meet up the expectations, constructions need to be more modularized, specific and optimized on energy with more improved security and health parameters.
Powerful capacities in technology
The advent of technology has opened up a wide range of opportunities. While the cost for sensors, hardware, and software are drastically falling down, we see employee productivity drastically shooting up. And in the future, construction professionals can expect more novel and valuable transformations, backed by augmented reality and virtual reality (AR/VR), drones, robotics, and additive printing.
Burgeoning start-up environment
The opening up of opportunities has paved the way for more start-ups. Recent studies state that construction technology solutions have contributed to the opening up of about 1,200 start-ups in the real estate and construction sector, which is not a small number. It is assumed that the start-ups have received over US$19.4 billion in funding.
New-gen craftsmen are seen all around
You know how resistant the older generation is. They are hesitant to accept the implementation of the latest technologies such as business intelligence in the construction industry. So what’s new here? You see the arrival of a new generation that comprises tech-savvy professionals ready to adopt digital tools and trendy design trends in construction. The young generation will have an exciting decade ahead.
Digital collaboration and mobility
When you digitalize the business, you get ample benefits. In the construction industry, digitalization ensures a seamless real-time experience across facets, such as design management, materials management, scheduling, QC, crew tracking, and more.
More Prefabrication, Modularization, and Eco-friendliness
Multi-trade prefabrication is the new trend that saves both time and money. What had earlier taken weeks or months are now possible in days that too with more perfection. Dubai Mall and Dubai Opera are examples of prefabrication in the construction industry. Modularization is another concept almost similar to prefabrication. When we introduce such technologies in construction, we not only save time and money but also contribute to nature as they help to recycle the extra materials.
Digitizing workflows have substantial benefits.
Digital solutions for construction need to deliver a seamless real-time experience across facets, such as design management, materials management, scheduling, QC, crew tracking, and more.
Cloud and mobile technology
When we speak about technology solutions in construction, we cannot omit cloud technology which already exists in many businesses. With mobile devices leveraging cloud technology, storing data and instantly sharing them has become easier. When you have cloud technology in practice, project managers can access data even from remote locations.
Usage of drones makes inspections easier
Unmanned aerial vehicles or drones are slowly evolving as a normal item in the construction industry. Surveyors can use drones to survey construction sites remotely cutting down money and time. It is also more accurate than personal surveys and soon we will see almost every construction industry embracing drone technology for perfection.
The introduction of technology will soon revolutionize the construction industry. It’s going to happen faster than you assume. Technologies like IoT and business intelligence in the construction industry is a boon for both employees and employers. When it cuts down additional costs for employers, laborers will benefit from the ease of use and relieves from heavy work.