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Inflation, rising costs and difficulties accessing finance: How construction SMEs can overcome these challenges

Construction’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have faced significant challenges in recent years. Rising material costs, inflation and difficulties accessing finance have placed pressure on these businesses. However, there are solutions that offer hope for overcoming these obstacles.

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FARO® – 3D measurement technology

FARO is the world’s most trusted source for 3D measurement technology, it develops and markets computer-aided measurement and imaging devices and software.

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Re-flow analysis: Spring budget industry roundup

In the wake of the 2024 spring budget, national attention has sidelined key policy changes. Amidst this, the construction industry, as highlighted by Re-flow, scrutinises the budget's impact beyond the surface noise.

Greg Bentley to transition to executive chair at Bentley Systems

As Bentley Systems celebrates its 40th anniversary, Greg Bentley will transition to the executive chair role, with COO Nicholas Cumins promoted to CEO.

RTPI and Scottish Government launch new Digital Skills Portal

The Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Scottish Government have launched the Digital Skills Portal to improve the confidence of digital skills amongst planners.

Virtuscan: scanning services for your structure and properties

Virtuscan specializes in Geometric Data Capture, utilising laser scanners, drones, cameras, and survey equipment to map and document properties and structures.

Utilising technology as a way to retrain and recruit at the UK Infrastructure Show

Procurement and people were on the agenda at the recent UK Infrastructure Show (UKIS), held at the NEC in Birmingham on Tuesday 12th March.

AUAR secures £2.6m to build sustainable homes using robotic micro-factories

Automated Architecture (AUAR) licenses its tech stack of robotic micro-factories and AI to enable home-builders to deliver low-energy timber affordable homes.

Vectorworks, Inc. expands global presence with new office in Japan

Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc., part of the Nemetschek Group, is thrilled to announce the establishment of a new corporate office in Japan.

AI in construction: Transforming speed and communication

As the UK grapples with economic uncertainties, AI in construction emerges as a crucial ally in project management, Andy Thomas, AI and visualisation lead at AECOM, explains.

How to prevent incursions in the highways industry: New ideas, initiatives, and technology

As incursions into roadwork zones continue to pose significant threats to worker safety in the highways industry, Re-flow explores how their field management software can streamline HSE compliance.

Polish company uses BIM and precast elements to build sustainable homes

A case study from MD Prefabrykacja shows how precast elements and model-based planning, alongside automated design and integrated production, can improve the efficiency and quality of residential construction.

Vectorworks 2024 Update 4 brings new AI capabilities, design freedom and flexibility

The latest Vectorworks 2024 Update 4 adds new AI visualisation, virtual reality and BIM collaboration potential.

AEC experts unravel digital twin misconceptions in PBC Today webinar

On 5th March, a panel of experts in the AEC industry, in collaboration with PBC Today, came together to discuss the misconceptions of the term 'digital twin' in a free webinar.

Make taking site inventory easy with Vectorworks’ mobile scanning

Vectorwork's Alex Altieri looks at how mobile scanning with the Nomad app is an excellent alternative to drones, creating an accurate model of your site with swift and comprehensive scanning.

Startup’s latest funding round to expand AI underground mapping in UK 

Exodigo has secured over £82m of funding, which will be invested in expanding the UK team and AI underground mapping technologies.

Smart construction and the rise of digital twins in the building industry

As technology advances, digital twins offer promising benefits for smaller construction businesses, helping them stay competitive. Richard Clement, Smart Construction, shares his thoughts on the use and benefits of digital twins for smaller enterprises.

Artificial intelligence health and safety system to be used on Sellafield nuclear site

An artificial intelligence health and safety system will give the Sellafield nuclear site a 360-degree window to ensure workplace safety.

How contractors can overcome the barriers to digital procurement 

The Build Chain explores the barriers to digital transformation and the steps to optimising your procurement business.

Data as an infinite resource at the Interchange Conference

Re-flow attended the Interchange Conference on the 27 and 28 February to present their cutting-edge field management software and harness the power of data.

Newforma to deep dive into AECO collaboration success strategies in upcoming PBC webinar

The latest PBC Today Webinar - AECO Collaboration: Strategies for Quality Improvement and Time Efficiency - in collaboration with Newforma, will reveal practical strategies to ensure your projects not only meet but exceed expectations in timelines and budgets.

The crucial role of smart IT in the construction industry’s ESG journey

Rob Smith, CTO at Creative ITC, explains the often-underestimated impact of enterprise technology on climate change and outlines how construction businesses can stay ahead of the ESG curve.

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