A roundup of stories covering how AI is changing construction, best practices in digitalization to BIM, and infrastructure sustainability.
We live in fascinating times in the AEC industry, where emerging technologies are completely changing the way work is done. An industry that for decades has been, at least in terms of reputation, opposed to adopting new technologies, is not only giving them a chance, but also adopting powerful new hardware for digitization projects as well as new workflows work made possible by artificial intelligence. This is a crucial development for an industry that is facing a growing “brain drain” as professionals retire to meet growing demand amid growing urbanization.
Today we’re looking at three articles from our friends in the industry that examine these new workflows and technologies. In one, the focus is on artificial intelligence and how it is used today, with the focus largely on the desktop and for things like workflow of design. We also have an article that gives best practices for those looking to start a digitization to BIM program within their business. And finally, we have an interview with Intel’s Jen Huffstetler, who looks at infrastructure and sustainability trends.
AI and construction: “Can these buildings be designed themselves?” »
Rebecca Logan, LancasterOnline
As mentioned above, changes in the construction industry are completely transforming the way work is done, and those who have been in the industry for a long time certainly see the differences. This article interviews professionals who have been in the industry for decades and examines how things have changed. The article covers everything from ground robots to automated heavy machinery, but the main focus is on the office, how AI affects design processes, and what we can expect for the future.
4 digitization to BIM best practices to implement
hexagon
As a provider of hardware and software for scanning and design, Hexagon deals daily with customers who take advantage of these tools, particularly for things like Scan-to-BIM workflows. Through these relationships, they are in a great position to know what companies looking to enter this space should and should not do to maximize their returns. In this article, we outline some best practices that those new to the processes – or even those who have been doing it for a while but are looking for better results – should know.
Sustainability and infrastructure
Peggy Smedley, Connected World
Finally, we have an interview conducted by Connected World’s Peggy Smedley with Jen Huffstetler, Director of Product Sustainability, Vice President and General Manager of Future Platform Strategy at Intel. The interview focuses on sustainability and infrastructure, touching on a number of topics in this area. This of course includes a discussion of how artificial intelligence plays a role in these conversations. They discuss some of the financial benefits of the trends, implementation challenges and much more.
