Category: Bulletin
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Calling Built Environment Innovators: Present at WDBE 2024
Act now to secure your spot at WDBE 2024 and connect with other leaders in the digital built environment. Submit your presentation! Every year, WDBE provides the built environment developer ecosystem the opportunity to present their work as part of the summit program. This year’s summit takes place on October 3-4, 2024, in Helsinki and…
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ACTOR Streamlines Construction with Automation and AI
Automatic Coordination of Construction Actors—ACTOR is a research project that aims to solve critical construction problems with real-time situational awareness. A trustworthy situation picture is a prerequisite for effective planning, task management, and logistics. Productivity improvements also directly impact a construction project’s carbon emissions. The March 27, 2024, ACTOR webinar discussed how robotics, sensors, AI,…
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Quickbase Unveils AI-Powered 2024 Roadmap to Boost Productivity
The pace of work and its complexity only seem to accelerate in the construction industry. To combat this issue, Quickbase has just laid out its strategic vision for 2024. It aims to enhance productivity across the board with AI-powered software and a sharp focus on user experience. Tackling the Gray Work Dilemma At the heart…
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BIM-based Building Permit Rolling out in Finland
On March 8th, I attended a seminar about RAVA3Pro, a national project to develop a BIM-based building permit in Finland. It was fascinating to learn about all the pieces needed to put together a practical solution for creating, submitting, and checking BIM models for permits. Most building permit digitalization efforts have relied on 2D drawings…
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Webinar: Learn The Three Ways Skanska Tackled Supply Chain Volatility
Are you grappling with the complexities of supply chain management? If so, join this hands-on webinar on Tuesday, March 19, at noon ET. Supply chain volatility will continue to be a concern, with extended lead times causing major project delays and posing a significant challenge for construction companies and owners alike. Rob Cantando, Director of…
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Global Corporates Back Zacua Ventures in a Bold Move to Drive Contech
Zacua Ventures, a new entrant in the venture capital landscape, has officially closed its inaugural fund, exceeding its initial $50 million target due to robust investor interest. The fund is notably distinct for its emphasis on early-stage technology startups within the construction sector. It boasts a significant roster of corporate Limited Partners (LPs) from the…
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Can Modular Construction Succeed? – A Panel Discusses
The topic of the Nex-Gen Building panel discussion: Can Modular Construction Succeed? Examining Obstacles and Solutions. The panelists Aarni Heiskanen – Construction Innovation Agent at AEC Business Enrique Nadales Clavero – BIM consultant at Tylko Advisors Jaan Saar – Chief Evangelist at Future Insight Group Cristina Savian – CEO and Founder at BE-WISE Lauri Tuulberg…
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Autodesk Informed Design Connects Design and Make Workflows
Autodesk, Inc. has introduced Autodesk Informed Design, a new cloud-based solution designed to integrate design and manufacturing workflows with the aim of improving efficiency in the building design and construction process. The tool allows architects to utilize customizable, predefined building products that ensure valid outcomes and enables manufacturers to make their products accessible to design…
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2024’s Most Innovative Contech Startups Announced by Cemex Ventures
Cemex Ventures has unveiled the 2024 edition of its highly anticipated list, showcasing the 50 most promising construction technology (Contech) startups. This list, titled “Top 50 Contech Startups 2024,” highlights the startups that are leading the charge in redefining the construction industry. These startups are aligned with Cemex Ventures’ four strategic focus areas: Green Construction…
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Almer and TeamViewer Partner Up to Deliver User-Friendly Industrial AR
In an exciting development for augmented reality and remote support, TeamViewer has announced a strategic partnership with the Swiss AR startup Almer. This collaboration marks a significant shift in TeamViewer’s direction, closely following Apple’s foray into the AR market with their upcoming Apple Vision Pro headset. Almer’s latest innovation, the Almer Arc 2 headset, is…