Tag: Digital
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Construction must embrace digital to attract young talent
To bridge this gap, initiatives like hands-on learning opportunities, mentorship programmes and industry insights are essential. These efforts, such as CIOB’s inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders, help young people see construction as a viable and fulfilling career choice. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Involving Over 1000 Users in Digital Inspection
On April 16, 2025, the Dalux User Days in Helsinki provided a refreshing experience. Attendees weren’t bogged down in complaints about poor productivity; instead, leading construction and consulting firms showcased successful digitalization case studies. Lasse Forss kicked off the presentations by detailing how SRV, a Finnish construction company, leveraged Dalux for inspections in the demanding…
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From Foundation to Firewall: Digital Tools in Construction
The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the adoption of digital tools. These tools are revolutionizing the construction workflow, from planning to execution, making projects more efficient and streamlined. The role of IT support is crucial in this digital transformation, enabling construction companies to leverage technology effectively. By embracing digital tools, construction sites…
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Digital Construction Week 2025 announces first wave of industry-leading speakers
“At Digital Construction Week, we don’t just talk about the future of construction – we bring together the people making it happen,” comments Karolina Orecchini, event director for Digital Construction Week. She continues: “This year’s speaker lineup is filled with experts who are pushing the boundaries of AECO. Whether you’re looking for fresh ideas, practical…
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Digital Nomad’s Guide to Online Gambling Around the World
As a digital nomad with the freedom to live and work wherever you want, you likely want to enjoy some of the leisure activities the local population takes part in. One popular activity is gambling, whether playing poker, betting on sports, playing casino games or more. Gambling online while constantly traveling does come with some…
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‘I believe in making digital easy for people to understand’
Paul Thorpe FCIOB (Alex Wroe Photography) Paul Thorpe, one of the youngest CIOB members to be awarded fellowship status, tells CM about the project that formed part of his application. The application process is extensive, during which Thorpe was required to submit a reflective account of a high-level project he has recently led, demonstrating not…
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Can digital ignite an infrastructure boom?
Jalpesh Patel, industry development manager for infrastructure at Bluebeam, explains how to improve infrastructure delivery with software. The UK government wants an infrastructure boom, with up to 150 potential projects in the pipeline. From gigafactories to solar farms, and roads to railway lines, the aim is to create jobs and boost economic growth. However, budgets,…
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How Digital Transformation Alters Casino Construction
The tendrils of digital transformation have extended to every industry and niche, and the gambling industry is a great example of the impact that this movement is having. From customer-facing services keeping pace with expectations for online access to casino games to bricks-and-mortar venues being designed and built with the latest digital tools, the reach…
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Rotterdam’s Vision for a Digital City : An Interview with Roland van der Heijden
In this episode of the AEC Business Podcast, I spoke with Roland van der Heijden, the Program Manager for Rotterdam’s Digital City initiatives. We discussed the city’s ambitious efforts to integrate digital infrastructure into urban environments, the role of AI and data in city planning, and how Rotterdam sets an example for the future of…
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Effective Construction Communication in a Digital AI World
Overwhelmingly, digital risk, cyber security breaches, and the unknown liabilities associated with constantly evolving artificial intelligence technologies cause the most significant litigation trend concerns for the business owners and in-house lawyer clients responding to the Norton Rose Fulbright Twentieth Anniversary Litigation Trends Survey. https://www.nortonrosefulbright.com/en-us/knowledge/publications/cc043475/2025-annual-litigation-trends-survey. These risks include traditional data privacy and cyber security concerns, but…