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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 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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Immersive digital technology to be used in urban design to create spaces for teenage girls

Encouraging teenage girls to stay active by designing city spaces that make use of immersive digital technology is the goal of new three-year project led by Birmingham City University (BCU).

Making retrofit a reality with geospatial data

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to retrofit, but knocking down and starting again isn’t an option. BIM is now proving its value in repurposing existing buildings through the use of geospatial data, says Diarmuid Murphy, director of property at Murphy Geospatial.

The evolution of BIM: From design focus to whole-life information management

Too often misconceived as being just about project delivery, BIM – better information management – is a catalyst for achieving better whole-life outcomes, says Paul Wilkinson, vice-chair of nima – formerly the UK BIM Alliance.

Ethical public sector use of AI for decision-making in connected places

Public sector use of AI offers significant potential value but also brings with it significant concerns over its responsible use. A new project led by the University of Cambridge aims to put ethical considerations at the heart of decisions to use AI within digitalisation initiatives to create public value in connected places.

Re-flow showcases new features at the UK Infrastructure Show

The UK Infrastructure Show (UKIS) is another exciting event added to Re-flow’s roadmap. UKIS brings together the UK’s largest infrastructure projects and programmes from transport, healthcare and local government.

Digital construction tools: Visualising the future

As the industry reflects on the global challenges and opportunities 2024 presents, Yves Padrines, CEO of the Nemetschek Group, considers the role digital construction tools will play in building a brighter future.

New study finds AEC firms using 50% more cloud storage than before

The AEC trends report from Egnyte found that data storage requirements at AEC companies have increased at a rate of 50.3% as cloud storage grows in popularity.

Viewpoint For Projects and Sypro’s Contract Manager announce integration

Trimble’s Viewpoint For Projects (VFP) and Sypro’s Contract Manager recently announced a new software integration offering users seamless solutions to simplify construction contract management.

41% of architects now using AI, RIBA reports

New research by RIBA reveals that 41% of UK architects are already using artificial intelligence (AI) on at least the occasional project- and of those, 43% think it has made the design process more efficient.

Payapps: The simpler, more reliable and accurate application for payment alternative to spreadsheets

Making the submittal and approval of applications for payment faster and easier than ever before, Payapps is a proven, cloud-based solution that helps contractors and subcontractors work better together.

Has ISO answered, “what is a digital twin?”

The new BS ISO/IEC 30173 standard aims to formalise the key elements of a digital twin. Dan Rossiter FCIAT, built environment sector lead at the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists examines the standard’s definitions.

Safeguarding digital infrastructure: Cybersecurity for smart cities

Capterra’s Eduardo Garcia delves into the vital role of cybersecurity for smart cities, providing strategies for fortifying urban environments against evolving threats.

Women in BIM Mentor Scheme: Supporting the next generation of digital construction professionals

Women in BIM is unlocking the collective power of its community to bring new knowledge, new skills and new confidence into the industry with its Mentor Scheme.

Leading innovators and collaborators to convene at Futurebuild 2024

The built environment’s most influential event for innovation and collaboration, Futurebuild, returns March 5-7 2024 at London’s ExCeL. With “take a stand for change” as this year’s key theme, Futurebuild 2024 promises to be the most transformative yet, furthering its mission of driving systemic change and taking a stand for a better built environment.

Six reasons why you should use Payapps’ cloud-based construction software

Imagine a construction project where every payment application, variation, and retention is tracked in real time. Payapps' cloud-based construction software brings this vision to life, offering unparalleled project visibility.

Construction technology in the Middle East set to shake-up industry

Construction technology in the Middle East is being embraced by more companies, according to a new region-wide survey. Kaarin Kalavus-Collins of Turner & Townsend takes a look at the results.

Interchange UK next stop on Re-flow’s road map

Re-flow has ramped up their year on the road with more shows than ever before. Off the back of the RSMA Annual Conference, they will be attending Interchange UK from the 27th to 28th of February to demonstrate their award-winning field management software.

Another success for Re-flow at RSMA conference

Re-flow have kicked off their year on the road by attending the Road Safety Marking Association’s (RSMA) Annual Conference at Chesford Grange Hotel in Kenilworth.

Daniel Csillag becomes CEO of Graphisoft with immediate effect

Huw Roberts, who has led Graphisoft since 2019, is leaving by mutual agreement and will be replaced by Daniel Csillag with immediate effect.

Nemetschek brands ALLPLAN, FRILO and SCIA to join forces in merger

The Nemetschek Group will 'harmonise its portfolio' through the merger of ALLPLAN, FRILO and SCIA under the ALLPLAN brand.

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