A new report from advisory and accounting firm Wipfli highlights the construction industry’s continued push toward digital transformation — despite facing significant hurdles in tech adoption and integration.
Based on a survey of 308 construction executives, the 2025 State of Technology in Construction Report reveals a growing appetite for innovation, especially in areas like AI and cybersecurity. However, many firms remain in the early stages of maturity when it comes to implementing and scaling technology across operations.
While 82% of respondents said they have an AI strategy in place, most are still operating at a basic or introductory level. Similarly, 73% plan to invest in cybersecurity over the next year, yet 80% experienced a data breach in the past 12 months.
“Technology maturity in construction is still in its adolescence,” said Brad Werner, partner and industry leader for construction and real estate at Wipfli. “Integration isn’t optional — it’s the key to unlocking speed and value.”
Key findings from the report include:
- 66% of smaller firms (by revenue) now report having an AI strategy.
- 43% of firms say they’ve fully integrated advanced technologies into their workflows.
- Just one-third of respondents have achieved real-time, automated decision-making capabilities — crucial for enabling AI-driven insights.
Even among larger firms, many challenges remain. The report notes that 12% of companies with annual revenue over $250 million still rely primarily on manual reporting processes.
The full report includes further insights into how construction leaders are prioritizing digital tools, managing risks and setting strategies for the year ahead.
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