The construction industry's adoption of digital tools lags behind most sectors, according to McKinsey & Co., but a growing number of firms are making their jobsites "smarter" by taking advantage of a connected, internet of things ecosystem.
In the content below, Construction Dive explores the role of sensors, connected tools, drones and other technologies that are boosting safety, productivity and ROI while letting contractors access data and analysis they couldn't before.
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How sensors are building smart jobsite 'ecosystems'
Sensors allow access to new information and analysis that can help keep workers safe, equipment online and projects on track. Read More »
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Smart tips for a storm-resilient jobsite
No jobsite is "smart" if it's not diligently and intelligently preparing for safety and resilience in the event of a major natural disaster. Tim Ham of Hoar Construction has a few tips on how to prepare jobsites for the worst. Read More »
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Connected tools, equipment boost jobsite productivity
But the successful adoption of these products sometimes requires a major shift in company culture. Read More »
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NVIDIA, Komatsu partnership adds drones, AI to the jobsite
The arrangement allows drones to collect and analyze data that could help streamline operations while increasing worker safety.Read More »
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Report: Tech tools increase onsite safety
A Dodge Data & Analytics study shows investment in safety has positively impacted project budgets, schedules, quality and ability to contract new work. Read More »
