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ANZ construction industry recognises opportunity for innovation following COVID-19
Autodesk

ANZ construction industry recognises opportunity for innovation following COVID-19

Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) construction companies are leading the regional COVID-19 recovery, with 30% prepared for the new normal.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
3D safety barrier could make construction sites safer
Manufacturing

3D safety barrier could make construction sites safer

The technology could reduce accidents and increase construction site safety in tightly-packed areas or near critical infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Jan 2021
AR and VR presents huge potential for construction industry, but businesses slow to adopt
AR, VR & Metaverse

AR and VR presents huge potential for construction industry, but businesses slow to adopt

Despite enormous potential, construction firms are lagging in adopting AR and VR technologies due to concerns like bulky headsets and harsh jobsite conditions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Nov 2020
'Freezing' winter could thwart data center construction plans, warns Aggreko
DataCentre infrastructure

'Freezing' winter could thwart data center construction plans, warns Aggreko

A freezing winter ahead could pose major setbacks for data center construction projects already delayed by COVID-19 this year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2020
Procore looks to improve safety of ANZ construction sites with latest offering
Health Technologies

Procore looks to improve safety of ANZ construction sites with latest offering

Procore has launched Safety Essentials for construction companies in Australia and New Zealand, providing compliance support and pre-built forms.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Oct 2020
InEight revamps document management for construction industry
Document Management

InEight revamps document management for construction industry

InEight provides field-tested project management software for construction owners, contractors, engineers and architects.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Oct 2020
Australian construction companies more dependent on data than ever, study finds
Data Analytics

Australian construction companies more dependent on data than ever, study finds

Australian construction firms increasingly rely on data, with 56% willing to switch software providers for better access and control, a Procore study reveals.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Sep 2020
What's driving innovation in trades and construction in NZ
Fintech

What's driving innovation in trades and construction in NZ

Job management software and digital accounting tools are being increasingly utilised in the industry, which has traditionally been a digital laggard.

By Robbie Dunphy • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Aug 2020
IDC: ANZ needs to implement more digital transformation tools
Digital Transformation

IDC: ANZ needs to implement more digital transformation tools

Data security, risk management and outdated technologies are the top challenges facing construction businesses in Australia and New Zealand, according to IDC.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th May 2020
Booming wearables market driven by construction industry, research finds
Construction

Booming wearables market driven by construction industry, research finds

The wearable tech industry, which is set to reach $54 billion by 2023, offers a significant opportunity for the construction industry.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2019
Bridging the digital skills gap in the AEC industry
EduTech

Bridging the digital skills gap in the AEC industry

With the construction industry projected to grow by more than 120,000 jobs in the next five years, having a workforce of skilled employees is a must.

By Mike Russell • 3 min read • Wed, 30th May 2018
Aconex shareholders vote in favour of Oracle acquisition
Software

Aconex shareholders vote in favour of Oracle acquisition

Aconex shareholders have overwhelmingly approved Oracle's AUD $7.80 per share acquisition offer, valuing the deal at USD $1.2 billion.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Mar 2018
Data: A new frontier in the construction industry
Document Management

Data: A new frontier in the construction industry

Construction companies sitting on the sidelines need to take steps now to join the digital future – or risk being left behind.

By Milton Walters • 4 min read • Mon, 4th Dec 2017
Exclusive interview: The tech guru making construction more productive
Data Analytics

Exclusive interview: The tech guru making construction more productive

Businesses need to be adaptive and entrepreneurial. The disruption of the construction industry is a positive movement for the industry as a whole.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Thu, 13th Jul 2017
Procore brings cloud tech to APAC construction industry
Cloud Services

Procore brings cloud tech to APAC construction industry

Cloud provider for the construction industry Procore, a cloud provider for the construction industry, has opened its first APAC office in Sydney.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Apr 2017
The cloud tool that is transforming the construction sector
Document Management

The cloud tool that is transforming the construction sector

Revolutionary Aussie cloud platform Aconex streamlines construction chaos, propelling tech uptake in the global build sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Oct 2016

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San Diego State University turns to Daktronics for marquee display
Construction

San Diego State University turns to Daktronics for marquee display

San Diego State University has deployed a double-sided LED video marquee near a freeway to promote campus events and sponsored messages.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Mar 2016