Construction Industry AI

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.

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.

AI: Automation Versus Augmentation

At a talk on artificial intelligence in a recent safety conference, my excitement turned to disappointment when the speaker promoted a camera system with basic AI functionality—tracking hardhat compliance and flagging puddles. I'd hoped to hear about how generative AI is revolutionizing construction work at a fundamental level. Our industry is still grappling with meaningfully implementing AI technology.

Onboard AI Like Your Newest Hire

Are you struggling with applying artificial intelligence (AI) to your construction business? You might do well to think of AI as a new “colleague” who needs onboarding just like any other employee, said Murillo Piazzi, digital consultant at the BIM Academy, on a recent 21cc podcast, "AI: Friend, Foe, or Confused Colleague?"

Publisher's Corner: AI & Safety

Jobsite safety is everyone's business. When we first decided to include a series on using ChatGPT for safety management, it was envisioned that the articles would appeal to, and be directed to, safety professionals. In retrospect, we were a bit narrow-minded in our thinking. Jobsite safety is indeed everyone's business, and today's article helps illustrate the point.

NIBS Annual Building Innovation Conference: AI, Digital Twins and Updated BIM Standards

The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) held its annual Building Innovation conference this past week in Washington DC. NIBS is responsible for the development and management of the National Building Information Model (NBIM-US™) standards. BIM, of course, is all about construction data in a digital format: location, dimensions, material, equipment, costs, schedule and more. Read on about the use of AI with BIM.