A look at the world of Construction Technology – by Arnie Gess, president of Construction Links Network.

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Avolve has announced the launch of Avolve AI Submit, the first commercially available artificial intelligence solution designed to automate pre-submission validation in government plan review. Integrated with Avolve’s ProjectDox and DigEplan platforms, this AI-driven feature aims to reduce the top cause of permit delays—submission errors—by ensuring more accurate, complete, first-time plan submissions. By catching issues before review, Avolve AI Submit streamlines the permitting process, speeds up approvals, and improves the experience for residential and commercial applicants. Customizable validation checks allow agencies to define compliance standards, keeping human oversight focused on critical code and planning decisions. This innovation underscores Avolve’s commitment to delivering real-world, AI-powered solutions that offer measurable ROI and reduce manual review burdens in local government permitting workflows.

GPRS, a leader in reality capture and subsurface locating services, has announced its acquisition of 2-D As-Built Floor Plans, a respected provider of as-built drawings, laser scanning, 3D models, and BOMA lease calculations. Known for delivering precision and quality to the facility management, architecture, engineering, and construction sectors, 2-D As-Built Floor Plans strengthens GPRS’ presence in the Pacific Northwest and expands its national capabilities. This marks GPRS’s eleventh acquisition and reinforces its strategic push to lead in the growing reality capture and laser scanning market. Both companies share core values centered on ethics, safety, quality, and customer service. The merger enhances GPRS’s nationwide service offerings and provides 2-D As-Built Floor Plans with increased resources to scale its operations. Leadership from both firms expressed enthusiasm about the partnership and its potential to meet evolving client needs across the U.S. construction and AEC industries.

Topcone Inc. has launched Beacyn, a mobile-first time and attendance platform built for businesses with field-based teams. Designed to eliminate the inefficiencies of traditional timekeeping, Beacyn offers real-time location tracking, mobile check-in/out, geo-tagged attendance logs, and offline functionality—without requiring expensive hardware. Ideal for industries like construction, logistics, home healthcare, and field services, Beacyn helps companies curb time theft and reduce payroll errors, which cost businesses up to 7% annually. Unlike invasive tracking systems, Beacyn promotes trust and accountability, providing managers peace of mind while empowering employees with transparency. With features like work zone assignments and real-time insights, Beacyn supports more efficient workforce management across distributed job sites.

Bluebeam, a global leader in AEC software solutions and part of the Nemetschek Group, will host its first-ever Unbound Conference from September 30 to October 2, 2025, at the Washington Hilton in Washington D.C. This premier event will unite architecture, engineering, and construction professionals to explore emerging technologies, solve industry challenges, and foster meaningful collaboration. Headlined by tech visionary Steve Wozniak and creativity expert Duncan Wardle, Unbound will feature nearly 70 global speakers, including leaders from CBRE, Goldbeck, and the Nemetschek Group. With the theme “Breaking Barriers, Building Smarter Connections,” the agenda will highlight interoperability, AI innovations, and enhanced collaboration tools. Attendees can also expect hands-on training, product demos, and certification opportunities.

myCOI, a leader in third-party insurance compliance management, has launched illumend™, an AI-powered platform designed to simplify and streamline the often complex process of managing certificates of insurance (COIs). Backed by 15 years of industry expertise and developed in collaboration with Left Field Labs, illumend delivers real-time compliance scores, AI-driven document analysis, and instant feedback—making it accessible for everyone from risk managers to property teams. Unlike traditional solutions, illumend requires no logins for third-party uploads, has zero learning curve, and combines powerful automation with expert human oversight.

Newforma, a global leader in project and information management software for the AECO (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Owner) industry, has appointed construction technology pioneer Jim Lynch to its Board of Directors. Known for his transformative leadership at Autodesk and for advancing Building Information Modeling (BIM), Lynch brings decades of experience in digital innovation and AECO collaboration. His appointment comes at a critical time for the industry, as firms face labor shortages, an aging workforce, and exponential data growth. Newforma CEO Peter Cannone highlights Lynch’s deep expertise as key to helping the company continue delivering scalable solutions that improve project efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance profitability. Lynch praised Newforma’s platform for its unmatched ability to streamline access to critical project data and enable smarter workflows across millions of projects.

SALUS, a leader in construction safety management, has launched the Construction Safety Assistant, a field-ready, AI-powered tool designed to instantly generate safety materials from any phone or tablet. Built for general contractors and specialty trades, this intuitive tool helps field teams quickly create Toolbox Talks, Safe Work Procedures, Risk Assessments, Job Hazard Analyses (PTPs), and more—removing barriers to delivering life-saving information on-site. Powered by SALUS IQ, the proprietary AI engine behind the broader SALUS platform, the Safety Assistant marks a major step toward democratizing access to smart, field-ready safety solutions. It also introduces users to SALUS’s advanced subscriber-based features, including AI-powered form builders, auto-translators, document generators, and upcoming tools like photo-based hazard recognition and certificate verification.

ControlQore has launched its native General Ledger (GL), a construction-specific financial engine designed to streamline project-based accounting and give contractors complete visibility into their financial operations. This release eliminates the need for third-party integrations by consolidating accounts payable, receivable, expense tracking, lien waiver management, and payments into a single platform. Purpose-built for the unique needs of the construction industry, the GL enables real-time reporting, multi-tiered job cost tracking, and progressive billing—empowering finance teams to reduce risk, simplify workflows, and make smarter decisions. Seamlessly integrated with ControlQore’s financial suite, it reduces manual work and delivers a unified view of company and project finances.

Construction Technology Studio (CTS), a digital-first construction tech startup, has partnered with precision survey specialist Meazure to launch Final Build—a cutting-edge field operations service that bridges digital design and real-world accuracy. Tailored for underground utility and MEP contractors, Final Build integrates BIM modeling with real-time, boots-on-the-ground precision, eliminating costly layout errors. The offering includes services such as mobile SLAM 3D scanning, GPS-based post-installation documentation, and real-time calibration to BIM/VDC models. By merging CTS’s digital expertise with Meazure’s survey accuracy, Final Build ensures that field layouts are executed with unmatched precision from day one. This comprehensive solution minimizes rework, reduces downtime, and delivers 100% on-time layout accuracy when fully deployed.

As Windsor launches its latest road construction season, the city is leveraging smart traffic signal technology to ease congestion and enhance safety near construction zones. The new system dynamically adjusts traffic lights in real time using live data from sensors and traffic cameras, helping traffic flow more efficiently through detour routes and lane closures. This marks a shift from relying on pre-set signal schedules, allowing city staff to respond swiftly to on-the-ground conditions. A key focus area is the intersection of Howard Avenue and Division Road, near Devonshire Mall—Southwest Ontario’s busiest shopping hub—where construction had caused significant delays. Crews have opened an extra southbound lane to ease mall access without disrupting through-traffic. The ongoing infrastructure work, slated to continue through October, includes road widening, storm sewer upgrades, a new railway crossing, improved lighting, and pedestrian-friendly features like sidewalks and multi-use trails. According to David Simpson, Windsor’s commissioner of infrastructure services, the initiative is about balancing necessary upgrades with minimizing traffic disruption, ensuring motorists experience safer and more efficient travel through construction zones.