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July 25, 2025
compiled by Arnie Gess, president of Construction Links Network.
Welcome to your weekly dose of construction technology insights powered by Construction Links Network. Every week, we dive into the tools, trends, and tech that are reshaping how our industry builds smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Whether you’re on the jobsite or in the boardroom, this blog is your reliable resource for staying current with innovations in software, materials, AI, robotics, BIM, and more.
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Many construction firms already have access to Microsoft’s Power Platform through existing software bundles—but it’s often underused. This powerful suite, including Power BI, PowerApps, and SharePoint, helps streamline operations, reduce manual tasks, and boost project visibility without replacing current systems. Contractors can track budgets, safety, and productivity in real time, create custom mobile tools for fieldwork, and centralize document management.
This blog post discusses challenges of using legacy systems for business intelligence. It highlights the need for modern dashboards and automated reports, which older systems lack. Alice is proposed as a solution to extract, transform, and export data from legacy sources to platforms like Power BI, enabling real-time insights without a full system rewrite.
In today’s competitive construction landscape, quality control is more than a regulatory requirement—it’s a strategic advantage. Effective quality management reduces rework costs, prevents delays, and enhances safety. By implementing structured QC processes, leveraging technology, and fostering a culture of excellence, construction firms can consistently deliver projects that meet or exceed client expectations, ensuring long-term success.
As global construction demand surges to record highs, new research from Revizto, the leading integrated collaboration platform for architecture, engineering, construction and operations (AECO), exposes a critical crossroads for the $13 trillion global industry. While investment in infrastructure, data centers, and public projects are booming, the construction industry is being increasingly threatened by mounting inefficiencies, spiraling budgets, and costly rework-challenges driven by outdated practices and disconnected technologies that hinder collaboration.
Commercial UAV Expo, the world’s leading commercial drone trade show and conference, announced a partnership with Pilot Institute to deliver a robust slate of educational opportunities for drone pilots at this year’s event, taking place September 2-4, 2025 at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas.
AMETEK, Inc. has completed its acquisition of FARO Technologies, a global leader in 3D measurement and imaging solutions. FARO will now operate alongside Creaform and Virtek within AMETEK’s Ultra Precision Technologies Division, forming an unmatched portfolio of portable and automated 3D metrology, laser projection, and digital reality solutions. This strategic consolidation expands capabilities across industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, AEC, public safety, and assembly operations. While the brands will continue to function independently, they will increasingly collaborate to enhance product integration, service offerings, and innovation. Customers will benefit from advanced tools like mobile 3D scanners, laser trackers, photogrammetry, and scan-to-CAD software for everything from quality control and reverse engineering to construction verification and forensic documentation.
Big Blue Innovations (BBi) and the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) have announced a strategic partnership to enhance access to construction technology education and resources. As the industry faces increasing challenges such as labor shortages, project complexity, and supply chain issues, this collaboration addresses the growing demand for credible, industry-specific technology guidance. Building on years of collaboration and the success of BBi’s ERP roundtables, the partnership will now deliver Software Roundtables—virtual, peer-driven sessions held every 2–3 weeks. These non-sales forums give construction professionals a chance to engage directly with software providers, ask questions, and explore tools tailored to the construction sector.
12New.AI has launched TenderAgent.AI, an autonomous AI tool that streamlines the discovery of relevant tenders, saving businesses up to 90% of the time spent on manual research. Powered by an advanced Large Language Model (LLM), TenderAgent.AI intelligently scans platforms like SAM.gov and matches tenders to a company’s service description in real time. Users simply provide their service details once, and the platform continuously delivers only the most suitable opportunities directly to their inbox. Designed to eliminate the burden of browsing multiple tender portals and reviewing lengthy RFP documents, TenderAgent.AI is particularly valuable for small businesses with limited resources. Currently covering U.S. federal tenders, the platform plans to expand to state-level and EU tender portals soon.
BizzTech, a global leader in digital twin and AI-powered metaverse platforms, has partnered with ATLAS Traffic Technologies, the pioneer in AI-based unified traffic intelligence, to revolutionize smart city and smart campus infrastructure. This strategic collaboration, initiated through the Smart Futures Lab, merges BizzTech’s immersive digital environments with ATLAS’s real-time traffic analytics to provide integrated, predictive insights for urban mobility and infrastructure planning. The combined solution enables cities and campuses to reduce congestion, improve public safety, and make data-driven decisions through interactive digital simulations. Designed for scalability and sustainability, the partnership supports global efforts to develop smarter, more efficient, and environmentally conscious urban spaces. With enhanced capabilities for government agencies, planners, and universities, the alliance delivers a powerful toolset for transforming how infrastructure is visualized, managed, and optimized in the real world.
DroneDeploy has launched Progress AI, an autonomous, AI-powered progress tracking solution that delivers near-instant jobsite updates using both aerial and ground-captured data. Leveraging cutting-edge vision-language models (VLMs), Progress AI visually interprets real-time site conditions, eliminating the need for manual updates, daily log reviews, or complex software setups. With voice or chat access, users can instantly retrieve insights like percent completion by trade or floor, allowing for faster decision-making, reduced scheduling conflicts, and more accurate pay app validation. Designed for scalability, Progress AI delivers up to 90% time savings compared to traditional tools, and is priced for use across entire project portfolios—from tenant fit-outs to billion-dollar data centers. Field-tested by beta users like Wharton-Smith Construction, the platform is already transforming construction workflows, enabling project teams to focus on execution rather than documentation. Early access is available now, with a full rollout planned for October.
PMWEB has officially launched PMWEB 2025, a fully redesigned, enterprise-grade platform for capital project lifecycle management. Built on 18 years of experience and extensive user feedback, the new release offers a modern interface, enhanced speed, and advanced automation for managing complex capital portfolios. PMWEB 2025 introduces intuitive visual workflows, real-time data insights, mobile responsiveness, and seamless integrations with tools like Adobe Sign and EarthCam. It simplifies budgeting, scheduling, and field execution while giving project owners improved risk oversight and portfolio performance tracking. With enhanced dashboards, streamlined approvals, and customizable configurations, PMWEB 2025 helps global teams execute projects faster and smarter—without sacrificing control or compliance.
POWR2 has become the first battery energy storage system (BESS) manufacturer in its size class to earn UL and CSA certifications from TÜV, a major milestone that strengthens its position in the North American temporary power market. Its flagship product, the POWRBANK XPRO Plus, meets stringent standards including UL 9540, UL 9540A, UL 1741, NFPA 855, NFPA 70, and CSA, making it fully compliant for deployment in highly regulated environments such as major cities, airports, hospitals, and critical infrastructure projects. This certification allows POWR2’s mobile BESS units to be used in sensitive, high-compliance sectors like disaster response, urban construction, public events, and film production.
Dusty Robotics has announced a major enhancement to its FieldPrinter 2 solution by integrating the Leica Absolute Tracker AT500 from Hexagon, bringing unmatched speed, precision, and ease of use to construction layout workflows. This partnership boosts Dusty’s industrial-grade accuracy of 1/16″ while significantly reducing setup and repositioning time—an essential advantage for high-stakes projects in data centers, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. With a measurement range of up to 320 meters, IP54 durability, and smart features like PowerLock and hot-swappable batteries, the AT500 is designed for tough jobsite conditions. The integration also improves floor elevation measurement and flatness analysis, making Dusty’s platform even more powerful for mission-critical construction.
CABN, a Canadian innovator in prefabricated, net-zero housing, has secured a strategic investment round led by Active Impact Investments, with backing from several sustainable venture firms. The funding will enhance CABN’s advanced manufacturing facility in Brockville, Ontario, enabling automation, robotics, and 3D LiDAR technologies to accelerate sustainable home production. Capable of generating over 552,000 square feet of livable housing annually, CABN’s scalable model supports Canada’s goal of building 3.5 million new homes by 2030 while reducing carbon emissions. The investment also supports the development of North America’s first patent-pending wood integrity scanning technology, strengthening ties between sustainable forestry and high-performance construction. Founded in 2021, CABN combines efficient prefab techniques with renewable energy solutions to deliver homes that use just 20% of the energy of traditional builds.
Moovick is revolutionizing the way individuals and businesses manage moving, logistics, and renovation needs through its AI-powered platform. Designed for both local and cross-border service requests, the platform connects users with verified providers, streamlining what are often complex, offline processes. Users can quickly receive multiple offers, compare pricing and availability, and manage everything from a single dashboard. Moovick’s key services include residential and international moving, office relocations, furniture logistics, and handyman support. Its AI matching engine ensures personalized, efficient results based on location, experience, and budget. Catering to both B2C and B2B clients, Moovick supports short-term jobs and long-term logistics solutions across Europe, with operations in four countries and plans for expansion.
LNE Surveys, a trusted name in surveying and mapping, is expanding its nationwide services with advanced drone surveying solutions tailored for commercial properties. Utilizing UAV technology and photogrammetry software, LNE delivers high-resolution aerial data including orthomosaic maps, 3D terrain models, elevation profiles, and volumetric analyses. These insights support construction planning, site analysis, asset management, and ongoing project monitoring—helping stakeholders make faster, more informed decisions while reducing onsite risks. All drone operations are conducted by FAA-licensed pilots, ensuring full regulatory compliance and professional standards. With applications ranging from roof inspections and grading to environmental monitoring and construction progress tracking, LNE’s drone surveying services are ideal for industries such as commercial real estate, logistics, warehousing, energy, and construction.
Vancouver-based AI startup UnlockLand has been selected to join Saudi Arabia’s prestigious Vision 2030 Future Built Assets Program, placing Canadian AI innovation at the forefront of global real estate transformation. As one of just ten international startups chosen by Saudi Arabia’s NTDP and REGA, UnlockLand will work directly with government ministries to pilot AI-driven permit automation, supporting the Kingdom’s goal of delivering 1.5 million new homes by 2030. The company’s platform uses real-time zoning analysis and generative site design to dramatically accelerate housing development timelines, offering scalable solutions to global affordability challenges. Backed by strategic investors including Sinovel, NTDP, and Startup Wise Guys, UnlockLand has also earned recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 AI Companies and a BC Tech AI GameChanger.
As construction firms across the U.S. face rising material costs, complex subcontractor agreements, and tighter project timelines, many are turning to outsourced accounts payable (AP) services to maintain financial accuracy and operational efficiency. Companies like IBN Technologies offer specialized AP solutions tailored to the construction industry, helping streamline invoice processing, manage subcontractor payments, ensure compliance, and track job costs in real time. With digital tools and expert oversight, these services improve cash flow by up to 30%, reduce AP processing costs by up to 50%, and minimize costly delays. Features include automated invoice management, secure payment execution, vendor coordination, regulatory reporting, and audit-ready documentation. By outsourcing AP, construction firms can shift internal finance teams to strategic planning roles while ensuring on-time, on-budget project delivery.
