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New digital traffic light system to tackle construction defects
Platform-as-a-Service

New digital traffic light system to tackle construction defects

Smarter Defects Management launches its PaaS digital system and says it will revolutionise managing defects in the construction industry.

By Jessie Chiang • 2 min read • Tue, 17th May 2022
Procore doubles down on ANZ investment with Sydney office
Construction

Procore doubles down on ANZ investment with Sydney office

Procore Technologies, the provider of construction management software, has announced the opening of its new Asia-Pacific headquarters in Sydney.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 6th May 2022
CSG delivers mobile management across 6,000 users with Microsoft Intune
Mobile Device Management

CSG delivers mobile management across 6,000 users with Microsoft Intune

Cloud Solutions Group has announced the delivery of an integrated mobile device and access management solution for John Holland Group.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Apr 2022
STACK EMEA appoints John Eland & Adam Tamburini as CEO & Chief Hyperscale Officer
Strategy

STACK EMEA appoints John Eland & Adam Tamburini as CEO & Chief Hyperscale Officer

John Eland and Adam Tamburini join STACK as EMEA CEO and EMEA Chief Hyperscale Officer respectively, driving growth and expanding operations.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Apr 2022
InEight announces latest construction software innovations
Data Analytics

InEight announces latest construction software innovations

InEight has announced its next instalment of innovations, including automated EVM, real-time data and predictive scheduling.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Mar 2022
Financial pressures drive construction tech growth as the industry seeks solutions
Supply Chain

Financial pressures drive construction tech growth as the industry seeks solutions

Payapps has found increased adoption of digital technology is unlocking industry payment blocks, despite COVID-19 continuing to disrupt the supply chain.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Feb 2022
Aussie's Veyor raises $4 million in equity, plans to double workforce
Supply Chain

Aussie's Veyor raises $4 million in equity, plans to double workforce

Australian firm Veyor raises over $4m in equity capital, attracting interest from construction industry heavyweights.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2022
A single source of truth: The future of the construction industry
Risk & Compliance

A single source of truth: The future of the construction industry

The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened risk for the construction industry, making software solutions crucial for reducing disputes.

By Tony Simonsen • 6 min read • Wed, 10th Nov 2021
AI construction management platform BuildAi secures $1.9 million in seed funding
Supply Chain

AI construction management platform BuildAi secures $1.9 million in seed funding

BuildAi has secured $1.9 million in its latest seed funding round as the industry scrambles to find viable solutions to adapt to COVID-19 lockdowns.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Oct 2021
Interview: How technology enriches the construction industry
Construction

Interview: How technology enriches the construction industry

Bentley Systems software has revolutionized the engineering, procurement, and construction industry, enabling greater efficiency and remote collaboration.

By Nick Forrester • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Oct 2021
Digitisation drives optimism for APAC's construction sector
Digital Transformation

Digitisation drives optimism for APAC's construction sector

Digital transformation is driving optimism and opportunities for APAC construction sector, according to new research by InEight.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2021
AVEVA and RIB Software announce ongoing strategic partnership
Partner Programmes

AVEVA and RIB Software announce ongoing strategic partnership

AVEVA and RIB Software partner to drive construction assurance, efficiency, and sustainability. Integration to enhance AVEVA's Project Execution portfolio.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021
Supply chain transformation could boost ANZ construction industry - Frost & Sullivan
Digital Transformation

Supply chain transformation could boost ANZ construction industry - Frost & Sullivan

Supply chain revamps could propel the ANZ construction sector, reveals Frost and Sullivan; firms eye digital tools to tackle inefficiencies post-COVID.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Jun 2021
InEight integrates with Microsoft Dynamics 365 to power construction industry
Document Management

InEight integrates with Microsoft Dynamics 365 to power construction industry

InEight has integrated with Microsoft Dynamics 365 to provide construction companies with a unified enterprise platform to improve project visibility.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Jun 2021
Interview: The intersection of technology and infrastructure amidst COVID-19
Unified Communications

Interview: The intersection of technology and infrastructure amidst COVID-19

TechDay spoke to Bentley Systems executives Mark Coates and Phil Christensen, who discuss how technology has changed within the infrastructure industry.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Tue, 18th May 2021

Stories from Other Regions

Construction stories

MYOB and Procore partner to empower Kiwi construction businesses
Fintech

MYOB and Procore partner to empower Kiwi construction businesses

MYOB and Procore Technologies have launched an integrated platform for construction firms, offering comprehensive project management and financial solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Sep 2021
Honeywell to supply building & energy management tech for Auckland's Seascape Tower
Honeywell

Honeywell to supply building & energy management tech for Auckland's Seascape Tower

Honeywell's systems will help to manage the building's energy usage and to provide a comfortable living experience.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Jun 2021