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Sponsored by Access CoinsThe dangers of legacy ERPs for construction companies: Why it’s time to upgrade
See why legacy ERP systems may be holding your construction company back on growth and efficiency.
July 8, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Firmus3 key benefits of leveraging AI at the preconstruction phase
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just for content creation or image manipulation; it’s a powerful tool that should be a part of your team’s everyday processes.
By Wendi Burke • July 8, 2024 -
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Contech backer launches second, $100M fund
Document Crunch investor Ironspring Ventures pumped $61 million into 14 companies with its first fund, and is looking to scale up with this new pool of money.
By Matthew Thibault • July 3, 2024 -
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Chevron ruling adds new wrinkle to US cybersecurity efforts
The Supreme Court decision could have major ramifications for federal agencies that rely on old laws to tackle digital-era policy challenges, legal analysts said.
By Alexei Alexis • July 3, 2024 -
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Q&A // ConTech ConversationsWhat generative AI can do for construction right now
Aaron Anderson, the director of innovation for Swinerton, dishes on the tech and the tools the firm uses to stay competitive.
By Matthew Thibault • July 3, 2024 -
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Topsoe, ABB, Fluor to build joint electrolyzer facility in Virginia
The collaboration aims to develop a facility with reduced costs and improved safety for making e-fuels.
By Sara Samora • July 2, 2024 -
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Entegris to get $75M in CHIPS funding for Colorado plant
The funds will support the semiconductor supplier's construction of a $600 million, 100,000-square-foot manufacturing center in Colorado Springs.
By Joelle Anselmo • June 28, 2024 -
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Manufacturing cybersecurity at heart of new White House guidance
The increased priority on security comes as more clean energy supply chains face the threat of a cyberattack.
By Kate Magill • June 26, 2024 -
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Opinion6 ways civil contractors can leverage AI
A consultant in organizational and infrastructure planning breaks down how builders deploy the tech on projects today.
By Angus Frost • June 26, 2024 -
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Bechtel breaks ground on $4B Bill Gates-backed nuclear reactor
The new facility will use a sodium-based cooling process instead of water, according to TerraPower, the Microsoft founder’s nuclear energy company.
By Matthew Thibault • June 25, 2024 -
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Swinerton revenue reaches 4-year high
The California-based builder highlighted its financial performance and outlined steps toward technological innovation and green initiatives.
By Matthew Thibault • June 24, 2024 -
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Sponsored by American GlobalMaking smarter decisions with less data
In terms of data, more isn’t always better. Learn how to extract real insights from the right data.
By Chris Greene, Vice President Innovation & Insights at American Global • June 24, 2024 -
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Executive MovesSwinerton taps 30-year veteran to lead subsidiaries
Tim Kretzschmar, the former head of the company’s central region, will oversee businesses such as Timberlab and Swinerton Energy.
By Matthew Thibault • June 20, 2024 -
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ConTech ConversationsThe ways contractors are using AI on jobsites now
Benefits of using the tech on building projects include a competitive safety culture, risk mitigation and flagging contracts for delay provisions.
By Matthew Thibault • June 12, 2024 -
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Q&A // ConTech ConversationsHow ‘Billy the Bot’ helps Cork Howard Construction streamline accounts payable
Milissa Douglas, controller for the Marietta, Georgia-based general contractor, uses the artificial intelligence-based assistant to streamline invoice management.
By Matthew Thibault • June 12, 2024 -
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Turner uses electric skid steer at Berkeley’s $550M Gateway project
The quieter equipment will allow crews to work with minimal disruption to classes at the University of California.
By Joe Bousquin • June 11, 2024 -
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New construction technology releases: June 2024
New tech tools on the market include AI-powered delay forecasting, a smart antenna to better control equipment and a detailed GIS map integration.
By Construction Dive Staff • June 5, 2024 -
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Tech can help construction’s labor crisis: McKinsey
The consulting firm argued that more aggressive solutions are needed to address the staffing gap, such as lucrative pay packages and technology that helps with repetitive tasks.
By Matthew Thibault • June 5, 2024 -
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Project WinsTurner breaks ground on $41M Texas A&M project
The three-story building will feature a technology makerspace for students to design and develop physical prototypes.
By Joe Bousquin • June 4, 2024 -
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Autodesk completes investigation, won’t restate financials
After an internal committee reviewed its books, the San Francisco contech giant moved its CFO to another role.
By Matthew Thibault • June 4, 2024 -
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SEC clarifies intent of cybersecurity breach disclosure rules after initial filings
The rules require notification of “material” breaches, but some early filers have reported incidents that appear to fall short of the regulatory threshold.
By Alexei Alexis • May 29, 2024 -
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Test AI now, but know the risks, panelists say
Speakers at the annual NIBS conference recommended using the “gorilla test” and other techniques to monitor the technology as it evolves.
By Matthew Thibault • May 29, 2024 -
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Swinerton-owned Timberlab acquires glulam manufacturer
The mass timber subsidiary will take over operations of two factories in Oregon.
By Matthew Thibault • May 29, 2024 -
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Turner goes all in on EV tech for carbon reduction
The New York City-based contractor has committed to making its vehicle fleet electric by 2028 while piloting low-emission equipment on various projects.
By Matthew Thibault • May 22, 2024 -
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Scammers siphon $25M from engineering firm Arup via AI deepfake ‘CFO’
Cybercriminals used AI-generated video to pose as the AEC company's CFO and other employees, leading a staff member to transfer $25 million to Hong Kong bank accounts.
By Grace Noto • May 22, 2024
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