Editor's Note: Issue 11

Editor’s Notes – Issue 11

Regarding AI, the construction industry is on the horns of a dilemma, either over-estimating or under-estimating what AI can do today. In each issue, Construction AI offers examples of ways those working in various roles within AEC can put AI to good use now. In this issue, correspondent Michael Causey reports on recent analysis of the concerns of some industry leaders—does AI over-promise or under deliver?

Also, this week find the fourth part of our Risk Assessment series and learn how AI can facilitate risk assessment in the construction phase. Meanwhile OpenAI just announced several new features, including one that has both our safety engineer and our architect very excited—the ability to tailor a GPT to your needs drawing on specific information resources.

“The future doesn't just happen. We are building it.” – Mathematician Hannah Fry

Recent Articles

GPT-4o Image Query and Analysis - A Video Demonstration

In construction management, keeping pace with technological advancements is crucial for achieving efficiency and excellence. Recently, there has been a focus on exploring the capabilities of GPT-4o, utilizing its advanced features to analyze construction sites and optimize project planning with precision. Utilizing GPT-4o's image analysis feature, I captured a snapshot of a building under construction and demonstrate GTP-4o's capabilities.

AI In Construction News - 12/16/24

Our news roundup starts with "How the AI Revolution will influence what we build and how we build it" from MileHighCRE. Catch a local story out of Rochester on AI, drones & robotics, and a case study on leveraging AI for a high-rise residential project in Durham, NC. Also, find a piece on how integration of AI in construction contracts is revolutionizing the legal landscape and a McKinsey report on securing a career in the face of an AI future. Wrap up with a story on partnering for success in data center development.

The Evolution of AI Safety Advice: From Risky to Reliable?

In mid-2023, researchers published a study in Safety Science that examined ChatGPT's (3.5) ability to provide safety advice. The study found numerous issues with the model's responses, including contradictory advice, impractical recommendations, and potentially harmful guidance across nine safety domains. The landscape of AI capabilities has changed dramatically since the publication of that study, so I tested newer models ...

AI-Powered Construction Management Part 4 - #1: Identifying Stakeholders

In this first chapter of Part 4 of our eBook series AI-Powered Construction Management, we examine identification of project stakeholders. Stakeholders, whether internal team members or external entities, play a crucial role in the success of any project. This eBook chapter explores how AI, particularly ChatGPT, can streamline the identification and engagement process to improve project outcomes.

AI Primer: Digital Twin

A digital twin is an exact and dynamic virtual copy of an object in the physical realm. Digital twins are used in manufacturing, aviation, medicine and construction, to name the most common applications. The object of a digital twin may be a component, asset, system or process--a curtain wall panel, an entire building or building complex, or a city plan for construction.

AI Primer: The Internet of Things (IoT)

What is the Internet of Things? A network of physical devices embedded with sensors, software and other technologies that enable them to collect and exchange data over the internet. Devices range from simple sensors to complex industrial machinery. IoT can create a system where physical objects communicate, monitor conditions, automate processes and enhance decision-making through real-time data insights.

AI In Construction News - 12/02/24

In the news, Autodesk’s Amit Puri offers an assessment of how AI can address construction’s skills and talent shortage. Tribe, an company that creates AI applications offers “AI in Construction in 2024 and Beyond: Use Cases and Benefits” – a nice summary of AI applications in our industry. Also find several new stories about AI as applied to electrical contracting. Plus, press releases from Procore and Earthcam.

Machine Learning Applied to Construction Scheduling - AI as a Service

Chirag Soni, a veteran in the construction industry, has launched Gantt AI, a groundbreaking solution designed to transform construction scheduling. Leveraging extensive expertise from managing large-scale projects worldwide, Chirag and his team at Gantt AI are pioneering a new era in project management efficiency.

Better AI Prompts for Construction Health and Safety

Throughout several articles, we have yet to devote many words to the topic of prompting. However, crafting good prompts leads to better output from generative AI. So, let's cover some basic prompting techniques that will help anyone using generative AI get better results.

AI-Powered Construction Management Part 3 - #4: Project Success Criteria

Welcome to the fourth and final chapter of our eBook, 'AI-Powered Construction Management Part 3,' Criteria for Project Success. We now narrow our focus down to exploring the project-success criteria and factors in construction project management. These elements are pivotal in defining and achieving project objectives and ensuring projects are on time, within budget and of the desired quality.

Embracing the Future: AI and Technology Transform Construction

The architecture, engineering, and construction industry is on the cusp of a transformative era, as demonstrated in the Bluebeam AEC Technology Outlook 2025 survey. With rapid technological advancements—particularly artificial intelligence (AI)—and an industry-wide emphasis on sustainability, firms balance opportunities with challenges. The survey was conducted in 2024 across markets in several countries or regions.

Employing AI: XYZ Reality’s Augmented Reality [Video]

XYZ Reality addresses the complexities of delivering projects on time and within budget while maintaining high-quality standards with Atom™, an advanced augmented reality (AR) solution transforming construction teams' operations.