{"id":26914,"date":"2024-02-08T09:00:39","date_gmt":"2024-02-08T14:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asti.com\/?p=26914"},"modified":"2024-02-01T14:33:59","modified_gmt":"2024-02-01T19:33:59","slug":"4-ways-collaboration-can-supercharge-the-2024-tech-outlook","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/blog\/4-ways-collaboration-can-supercharge-the-2024-tech-outlook\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways Collaboration Can Supercharge the 2024 Tech Outlook"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As the construction industry moves through 2024, experts are forecasting that we\u2019ll see more prefabrication and modular processes, an increase in the use of machine learning with robotics, augmented reality (AR), drones, and collection and processing of data at an unprecedented rate. In light of these advancements and rapid changes, it\u2019s becoming imperative within companies that one team knows what the other team is doing. When it\u2019s done well, <a href=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/blog\/project-collaboration-proven-strategies-for-seamless-sharing\/\">collaboration<\/a> can supercharge companies.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Machine Learning and Robotics<\/h3>\n<p>To say technology has been <a href=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/blog\/embracing-disruption-navigating-transformative-changes-in-the-aec-industry\/\">disruptive<\/a> the past few years is an understatement. In the latest wave, we\u2019re experiencing an almost constant barrage of information about machine learning, as artificial intelligence (AI), in an array of industries and uses.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"nspb-cmsFigure nspb-loadingOverlay nspb-lazyLoading\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-26400\" src=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/11\/construction-robotic-painting-shutterstock_688295890-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"orange and black robotic arm spray painting doors and window frames in a construction warehouse, robotics in construction, tech outlook collaboration\" width=\"674\" height=\"449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/11\/construction-robotic-painting-shutterstock_688295890-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/11\/construction-robotic-painting-shutterstock_688295890-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/11\/construction-robotic-painting-shutterstock_688295890-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/11\/construction-robotic-painting-shutterstock_688295890-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/11\/construction-robotic-painting-shutterstock_688295890-160x107.jpg 160w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/11\/construction-robotic-painting-shutterstock_688295890-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/11\/construction-robotic-painting-shutterstock_688295890-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/11\/construction-robotic-painting-shutterstock_688295890.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 674px) 100vw, 674px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>One of those uses for AI is anticipated to help solve the <a href=\"https:\/\/bridgingthegappod.com\/article\/solving-the-skilled-labor-gap-in-construction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">skilled labor<\/a> shortage that constrains productivity in the construction industry. Software tools using AI, as well as robotics, are being advocated as obvious solutions. In a recent Construction Dive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.constructiondive.com\/news\/2024-construction-tech-outlook-robots-ai-green\/703692\/?utm_source=Sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=Issue:%202024-01-11%20Construction%20Dive%20Newsletter%20%5Bissue:58085%5D&amp;utm_term=Construction%20Dive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">article<\/a>, it was suggested that construction companies can use AI for planning, improved safety, workforce development, job training, and working through supply chain issues.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes referred to as \u201cthe rise of the machines,\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/blog\/6-ways-robotics-streamline-construction-worldwide-to-save-time\/\">robotics<\/a> are increasingly being combined with AI, but to an unpredictable end. However, in its basic form, AI is still an ideal tool to accomplish <a href=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/blog\/3-steps-for-improving-construction-employee-engagement\/\">repetitive<\/a> tasks and increase accuracy, leaving more time for collaborative activities and resulting in greater efficiency.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Innovate and reshape your operating model with the <a href=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/digital-innovation-framework\/\">Digital Innovation Framework<\/a>\u2122. <a href=\"https:\/\/info.asti.com\/request-callback\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Contact<\/a> Applied Software, Graitec Group today to learn how you can stay competitive and thrive in this dynamic construction market.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>2. AR and Drones<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bridgingthegappod.com\/episode\/augmented-realities-are-shaping-skylines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> can be used by companies for improved collaboration. Using AR, information about projects in the form of 3D BIM models can be taken into the field to conduct walk-throughs and determine clashes and constructability. Tools that integrate <a href=\"https:\/\/bridgingthegappod.com\/article\/the-power-of-ar-on-the-jobsite\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> with communications enable a company to connect its field and office staff for better collaboration on a project. <a href=\"https:\/\/bridgingthegappod.com\/article\/transforming-construction-the-impact-of-time-saving-technologies-on-workflows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Drones<\/a> can be used to streamline the process by conducting simulations and site inspections without having to put extra feet on the ground.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"nspb-cmsFigure nspb-loadingOverlay nspb-lazyLoading\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-23198\" src=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/05\/bim-and-vr-shutterstock_2129741168-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Two people using VR headsets looking at a BIM model, tech outlook collaboration\" width=\"657\" height=\"438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/05\/bim-and-vr-shutterstock_2129741168-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/05\/bim-and-vr-shutterstock_2129741168-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/05\/bim-and-vr-shutterstock_2129741168-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/05\/bim-and-vr-shutterstock_2129741168-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/05\/bim-and-vr-shutterstock_2129741168-160x107.jpg 160w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/05\/bim-and-vr-shutterstock_2129741168-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/05\/bim-and-vr-shutterstock_2129741168-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2023\/05\/bim-and-vr-shutterstock_2129741168.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 657px) 100vw, 657px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3>3. Data Tracking<\/h3>\n<p>The newest pressure to be exerted on companies are sustainability initiatives \u2013 especially the need to track carbon <a href=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/blog\/empowering-structural-engineers-in-sustainable-design\/\">footprint<\/a>, including <a href=\"https:\/\/carbonleadershipforum.org\/embodied-carbon-101\/#:~:text=Embodied%20carbon%20refers%20to%20the,urgent%20action%20to%20address%20it.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">embodied<\/a> carbon. To do that, they need to collect information collaboratively and then crunch the numbers, something AI is adept at doing rapidly. Financial performance on a project is another critical focus for data tracking. Data collected by drones can be used for project <a href=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/blog\/how-construction-data-collection-and-analytics-are-revolutionizing-the-industry\/\">analytics<\/a>. Data also helps companies surmount problems caused by an unpredictable supply chain.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"nspb-cmsFigure nspb-loadingOverlay nspb-lazyLoading\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-24218\" src=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2021\/11\/iot-shutterstock_1183302868-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"photo of the back of a person in a dark business suit wearing a white hardhat looking toward a blurry construction site, circle of buildings surrounding him with points of light and bright horizon, tech outlook collaboration\" width=\"659\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2021\/11\/iot-shutterstock_1183302868-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2021\/11\/iot-shutterstock_1183302868-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2021\/11\/iot-shutterstock_1183302868-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2021\/11\/iot-shutterstock_1183302868-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2021\/11\/iot-shutterstock_1183302868-160x107.jpg 160w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2021\/11\/iot-shutterstock_1183302868-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2021\/11\/iot-shutterstock_1183302868-1280x855.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2021\/11\/iot-shutterstock_1183302868.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 659px) 100vw, 659px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3>4. Prefabrication and Modular<\/h3>\n<p>Prefab and the use of <a href=\"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/blog\/how-modular-can-make-urban-construction-more-sustainable\/\">modular<\/a> construction methods have found favor among companies that feel compelled to find low-carbon solutions for their projects, especially projects that are funded by public money. As described in an Autodesk Digital Builder <a href=\"https:\/\/constructionblog.autodesk.com\/2024-construction-trends-30-experts-share-insight\/?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=mkto_email&amp;utm_campaign=db-newsletter-01102024&amp;mkt_tok=NTcyLUpTVi03NzUAAAGQk42yIPsPpudEEmndDiSUPb1XQQYEboZ0e6t_d1iImWp0IMmWuTwrqSbRMQwS6CR5hQ29TqiO94aAk_LY5D2bi4vWW8Dbi2ngQ6dlSosHVNcXolc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">article<\/a>, sustainability is a driving force behind construction technologies. While companies can be selective through a collaborative process about where and when prefab and modular processes make sense, they will help meet market demands for faster delivery of residential, commercial and industrial buildings.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Throughout 2024, collaboration must be part of the technology outlook to connect teams and <a href=\"https:\/\/bridgingthegappod.com\/episode\/how-to-supercharge-construction-productivity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">supercharge<\/a> companies in an industry which is being asked to create more structures faster than ever before. Whether it\u2019s prefabrication and modular processes, machine learning and AI with robotics, AR, drones, or data collection and tracking, the rapid changes demand real-time information so everyone in a company is on the same page for every project.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Learn about collaboration using Autodesk Construction Cloud in the free Applied Software, Graitec Group <a href=\"https:\/\/info.asti.com\/single-source-of-truth-ebook?utm_campaign=2020_Bridging%20the%20Gap&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsmi=175224022&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9kvhzA_07Vg6CQBlydPcXmR1WaLsqN6YWBTNVX6uATEKyOYXidZEwX0Ag9o5KJkYbPBRrHQyy6L8cj55NgD4M443rZJQ&amp;utm_content=175224022&amp;utm_source=hs_email\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eBook<\/a>: The Importance of a Common Data Environment.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>it\u2019s becoming imperative within companies that one team knows what the other team is doing. When it\u2019s done well, collaboration can supercharge companies.   <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":50,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[493,1479],"tags":[2037,1699,2125,597,1759,2227,1835,2289,1675,1985,2107,1625,1513,2117,1101,1989],"class_list":["post-26914","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-collaboration","category-digital-transformation","tag-accuracy","tag-ai","tag-ar-vr","tag-bim","tag-carbon-footprint","tag-data-analytics","tag-data-integration","tag-drone","tag-efficiency","tag-embodied-carbon","tag-machine-learning","tag-modular","tag-prefabrication","tag-robotics","tag-safety","tag-supply-chain"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26914","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/50"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=26914"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26914\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=26914"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=26914"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/graitec.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=26914"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}