Tag: Automation
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Choosing the right marketing automation platform
Everyone knows that a lot of work in marketing is repetitive, but these time-consuming tasks are indispensable, whether we like it or not. The good news is that marketing automation comes to free people from tedious tasks and focus on what really matters: strategy and creativity. That’s amazing, isn’t it? Even so, before you can…
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Why Construction Procurement Automation Is Key to Cutting Costs and Delays
The construction industry has consistently demonstrated remarkable adaptability through cyclical changes, and today’s market conditions present new opportunities for innovation and growth. While sweeping tariff implications, supply chain disruptions, inflation pressures and persistent labor shortages create complex challenges, these forces drive unprecedented innovation across the industry. The global Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) market, which…
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The Future of Paving: Automation In Road Construction
When people talk about automation in paving, I’ve noticed that the conversation usually veers toward extremes. Either we’re moments away from handing over the job to machines, or we’re still decades off from anything more than some fancy sensors and buzzers. It’s not surprising that the reality is a bit messier. While I was at…
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The Future of Paving: Automation In Road Construction
When people talk about automation in paving, I’ve noticed that the conversation usually veers toward extremes. Either we’re moments away from handing over the job to machines, or we’re still decades off from anything more than some fancy sensors and buzzers. It’s not surprising that the reality is a bit messier. While I was at…
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Big Tech Roundtable 3.0: Automation Nation
Every year the machines we use for road building and infrastructure get smarter, helping workers build stronger, smoother, and longer-lasting pavements. More processes are automated now that every before, and it’s not stopping any time soon. We wanted to sit down with some of the top automation companies in the industry, cut through the hype…
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Recession-proofing construction businesses with AP automation
The construction industry is more than bricks and steel. It’s the backbone of modern society. It provides the essential infrastructure we rely on in our daily lives. Yet, construction companies face pressure to operate more efficiently as supply chain volatility continues. Although the bulk of the hard work goes on in the field, the back…
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State of Construction Report Reveals How AI, Automation, and Workforce Shifts are Shaping the Industry
AI and automation are poised to significantly enhance productivity in construction, where 18% of project time is currently lost searching for data, and 28% is wasted due to rework, according to a Future State of Construction Report released by Procore Technologies, Inc. “The construction industry is at a turning point, and technology is the catalyst…
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Optimizing Automation in Your Construction Business
With the increasing demands on pavement contractors—whether managing multiple projects, tracking material costs, or handling client invoicing—automating accounting tasks can significantly improve efficiency and accuracy. So, how do you avoid the aggravation of automation? It all comes down to proper setup, a solid understanding of financials, and structured processes. The Importance of Proper Setup Successful…
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ACTOR: Pioneering Automation in Construction Management
The ACTOR project aimed to empower supervisors and construction workers with automated and visual management. Its goal was to improve a construction project’s performance and considerably reduce its carbon footprint. The project has now released its final report, which paints an exciting picture of the future of construction management. Imagine a day on the jobsite…
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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,…