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  • 3D Printing: From Possibility to Practicality
    by Laura Black on 10/08/2026

    For years, 3D printing in construction has been viewed as an emerging technology with enormous potential. The industry celebrated demonstrations and prototype homes, but many questioned whether the technology could scale, satisfy building codes, and become a practical solution for residential […]

  • Construction at a Crossroads
    by Peggy Smedley on 10/08/2026

    The construction industry has always been resilient, but resilience alone is no longer enough. Today, contractors, owners, and project teams are navigating a market defined by uncertainty, rising complexity, and rapidly evolving technology. The companies that will thrive are those that embrace […]

  • AI in Manufacturing: The Pilot Phase Is Over
    by Peggy Smedley on 04/08/2026

    For the better part of three years, the manufacturing conversation has centered on one question: Should we adopt AI (artificial intelligence)? That question has now been answered. It is a clear yes. Now comes the hard part. The reality is the more important question today is much more difficult: […]

  • Connected Worker’s Missing Sensor Was Already Mounted on the Wall
    by Constructech Editors on 02/08/2026

    Mostly, conversations around connected workers begin with wearables like smart helmets, smart watch, panic buttons, and biometric bracelets. This is where most press coverage and vendor activity has happened. While the industry has been building the ‘connected worker’ concept around new […]

  • Success Stories: AI Helps Make Roads Safer
    by Connected World on 02/08/2026

    Technology is transforming transportation by helping researchers better understand why crashes happen and where safety improvements can have the greatest impact. A new research approach uses AI (artificial intelligence) to connect roadway condition data with crash reports, giving transportation […]

  • Turning Data into Decisions
    by Peggy Smedley on 27/07/2026

    For years, contractors and project owners have invested heavily in technology—from project management software and ERP (enterprise-resource planning) systems to drones, connected equipment, sensors, dashboards, and now AI (artificial intelligence). Every new investment has generated more […]

  • Fact of the Week – 7/27/2026
    by Connected World on 26/07/2026

    #Factoftheweek Enterprise spending on generative AI (artificial intelligence) is expected to surpass $220 billion by 2030. That’s a growth rate of 28% during the forecast period. ABI Research forecasts enterprise spending on generative AI will accelerate rapidly through the end of the decade, […]

  • Digital Transformation Starts with Data
    by Peggy Smedley on 21/07/2026

    The conversation around digital transformation has evolved a lot in the past decade. We began by digitizing drawings and leaning into CAD (computer-aided design). Then we embraced BIM (building information modeling). Next came digital twins, connecting the physical and digital worlds in ways we […]

  • The Rise of 3D Printing in Residential
    by Laura Black on 20/07/2026

    As demand for affordable housing, sustainable building practices, and faster project delivery continues to grow, 3D printing is emerging as a transformative technology with the potential to reshape development. For builders, developers, contractors, and construction professionals, this evolution […]

  • The Construction Workforce of 2030
    by Peggy Smedley on 13/07/2026

    The future of construction depends on the industry rethinking how we build the workforce that will construct the homes, buildings, cities, and infrastructure of tomorrow. As we move closer to the year 2030, the industry’s greatest competitive advantage won’t just be AI (artificial […]