The metaverse will disrupt construction and real estate, democratising the sector as it creates opportunities for new talent and the potential to increase margins. Many industries follow a 6D framework for disruption. It begins with digitalisation, through democratisation to eventually reach disruption. Examples include analogue phones that were digitalised and ...
Jean Ghazal, Director of Preconstruction and VDC, Nesma & Partners Contracting Co, outlined how the company has developed immersive experiences for some of its construction projects, focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR), as well as the importance of high-quality data for BIM use. AI helps the company ...
Not all digital technologies will work as expected. Integrating different technologies is a risk, and typically takes a lot of manpower to monitor project performance and KPIs. Human interpretation is then a major factor in the success and the decision making that happens with a project. This makes accurate decision-making ...
The metaverse is attracting hype, including its use in the construction industry. Here Wassim Haroun, Re-founder and CEO, Conser explains how it can be used to reduce communication problems. Speaking at the Construction Technology Festival 2022, he outlined how the metaverse can be used for improved communications and visualisations. The ...
Developing immersive virtual experiences throughout the design and build stages improves profitability, efficiency, safety and end-user experience People involved in feasibility study rarely get involved in the design, construction or operation of an asset. This generates gaps and silos, such as lack of integration and performance validation. "If you have ...
To achieve digital transformation, the industry needs to address the way it works. Outdated processes required for procurement, permits, inspections and handovers hamper the industry’s digital adoption efforts. The panel discussed different approaches to procurement, collaboration and sharing risk, and looked at the Construction Playbook and Project 13. Speakers: Rob ...
Melissa Zanocco, Head of Programmes, Infrastructure Client Group, outlines the role of Project 13 and its guiding principles for digital transformation. Digital transformation is an enabler for construction. Two key aspects of a successful digital transformation strategy are a focus on outcomes and the need to establish long-term, sustainable relationships. ...
Unless the entire construction value chain embraces digitalisation, strategies will never reach their full potential. This keynote panel at the Construction Technology Festival 2022 looks at what is stopping true, widespread digital transformation in the AEC sector. The discussion looked at the challenges an individual company faces, getting the supply ...
As governments set decarbonisation targets, this opening panel at the Construction Technology Festival 2022 focused on how future communities and cities will be designed with low-carbon targets in mind, and the role that digitalisation and construction technologies will play to ensure that these targets are met. It also discussed ideas ...
Digitalisation supports all aspects of construction, making investment in software and tools ever more important. To maximise any potential gains, good quality workforce skills training is also essential. But in an industry that operates on thin margins, digital transformation can be expensive, and organisations need to see there there will ...
Eng. Thabet Al-Sawyeed, Governor, Saudi Contractors Authority, highlighted the growing importance and role of digitalisation in construction during his opening speech at the Construction Technology Festival 2022, saying that technology will disrupt the sector just as it has for other industries. Speaking in Dubai, UAE to an audience of industry ...
Eighteen winners and three highly commended trophies were handed out in the Awards The winners in the 2022 Construction Technology Awards have been announced. Held in person in Dubai, the awards showcased outstanding examples of digital or technology implementation, transformation and leadership that have helped design, build or operate projects ...
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