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August 17, 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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In this episode of Percolating Collaboration, Revizto’s Chief Innovation Officer, Jason Howden, speaks with #RevUP2025 speaker Mike Jakes, Senior VDC Manager at DPR Construction. Discover how Mike empowers field teams with cutting-edge technology, explores the future of reality capture and augmented reality in construction, and shares his journey of collaboration and innovation.
When your leadership wants dashboards yesterday but your core systems are running on Microsoft Access, FoxPro, or other legacy databases, the challenge is clear: how do you make these worlds talk without spending months rewriting? That’s exactly what Alice is designed to solve — and in many cases, we can have a working integration to Power BI in less than an hour.
AI agents integrate seamlessly into existing construction systems, carrying out specific tasks with precision and consistency. Learn about the benefits of adopting AI agents, including reduced internal process delays and better resource planning, contributing to more consistent project outcomes.
ALICE Technologies has entered a strategic partnership with Alvarez & Marsal Infrastructure to bring advanced construction planning and scheduling to South America. The partnership combines ALICE’s generative scheduling platform with A&M’s capital construction advisory expertise to help projects reduce risk, improve timelines, and adapt to changing conditions.
Construction cost management is shifting from reactive to predictive. Traditional accounting only tracks past spending, while modern project controls integrate schedules, budgets, and earned value to deliver real-time insights and early warnings. This proactive approach enables smarter, faster decision-making for more successful project outcomes.
ancora Software, Inc., a leader in Intelligent Document Processing (IDP), has launched its most significant platform upgrade to date, delivering enhanced flexibility, performance, and user experience. The release introduces major advancements in document input, image processing, system administration, data capture, verification, and export—reducing manual effort and accelerating automation for global users. Key innovations include model-less classification for immediate, accurate deployment without traditional training; a zero-footprint email module enabling document ingestion without local installs; XML-based invoice processing for EU compliance; date localization for international accuracy; and advanced complex table capture for precise extraction from nested and multi-line tables. These features strengthen ancora’s position as a future-ready IDP solution, supporting diverse business needs from invoice automation to complex document workflows. “This update reflects our commitment to simplifying automation while expanding the power and reach of our platform,” said CEO Noel Flynn. The upgrade is available now to all customers, furthering ancora’s mission to streamline workflows, cut costs, and drive digital transformation.
HCM TradeSeal has launched its new Knowledge Center, a centralized online hub designed to empower payroll and compliance professionals with expert insights, best practices, and practical tools for managing certified payroll, union wage reporting, and prevailing wage compliance. Accessible via the HCM TradeSeal support portal, the Knowledge Center helps teams navigate complex wage regulations across industries like construction, energy, and manufacturing. Key features include expert-authored articles, step-by-step guides, proven strategies to reduce compliance risk, and a searchable interface for quick access to relevant content. This platform supports organizations in maintaining compliance, reducing administrative burden, and increasing operational confidence—without needing a large back-office or outside consultants. Provided at no extra cost to customers, the Knowledge Center will be continuously updated with new resources, including templates, checklists, and video tutorials.
SLACi’s new white paper, “AI Data in Real Estate”, tackles the critical challenge of fragmented and inaccessible property data—the foundation for effective AI in PropTech. Today, only a fraction of the real estate industry uses advanced digital tools, with most struggling to exchange data between design, construction, operations, and diverse service providers. Property data spans far beyond BIM files or O&M manuals, encompassing market rates, technical specifications, and vast supplier data libraries essential for construction, maintenance, and upgrades. The paper highlights the need for integrated, sector-spanning data exchange, introducing SLACi’s CaPSCi infrastructure, which securely and dynamically connects stakeholders, technologies, and industry data libraries. By applying open standards and structured data formats, SLACi enables property owners, managers, and service providers to store, process, and share deep property data efficiently—supporting both AI-driven efficiencies and long-term operational improvements.
Document Crunch, the AI-powered risk reduction platform for construction, has earned the No. 311 spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, ranking in the top 6% of the fastest-growing private companies in America and No. 29 in U.S. software companies. Since 2024, the company has tripled its team and nearly tripled revenue each year, fueled by industry demand for smarter, scalable risk management. Originally developed as a contract review tool, Document Crunch has evolved into a full lifecycle risk reduction platform, now used by over 400 customers and on 6,000+ projects across North America. Powered by its proprietary CrunchAI™ technology, the platform delivers contract intelligence designed specifically for complex construction documents. Backed by $38 million in funding, Document Crunch has expanded to a 16,000-square-foot Atlanta headquarters with plans for a new Austin office. This debut on the Inc. 5000 follows numerous accolades, including 2025 Inc. Best Places to Work, the AI Breakthrough Award, and recognition of CEO Josh Levy as a 2025 ENR Newsmaker.
Doxel, the leader in AI-powered construction progress tracking, has entered an enterprise agreement with Stream Data Centers, a premier developer of hyperscale-ready colocation and build-to-suit data centers. This partnership underscores Stream’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and delivering secure, sustainable infrastructure. By integrating Doxel’s advanced computer vision technology, Stream gains real-time, objective insights into construction progress across its portfolio. The AI-powered platform enables Stream to avoid costly rework, boost efficiency through automated reporting, and reduce project risk by identifying bottlenecks early. Tejo Pydipati, SVP of Design & Construction at Stream, praised Doxel’s ability to provide actionable data that aligns teams and accelerates issue resolution. Doxel CEO Saurabh Ladha emphasized that this partnership sets a new benchmark for construction performance—crucial in meeting the rising demand driven by global AI investments.
Document Crunch, the AI-powered risk reduction platform for construction, has launched CrunchAI™ for Specifications, expanding its patented technology from contract review into the high-risk area of project specifications. Specifications often hide vague terms, conflicting requirements, and critical details that, if missed, can lead to costly disputes, change orders, or scope gaps. Designed to address the leading cause of construction disputes—errors or omissions in contract documents—CrunchAI for Specifications transforms complex, multi-format spec documents into structured, machine-readable data for rapid, accurate review. This enables preconstruction and project teams to identify risks early, follow best practices, and access instant answers in the field. According to the 2025 Global Construction Disputes Report from Arcadis, average dispute values reached $60.1 million in 2024, underscoring the stakes. Early adopters report that the tool reduces spec review time from hours to minutes while ensuring nothing is lost between bidding and execution. By empowering teams to surface crucial details before they become problems, CrunchAI for Specifications helps safeguard profits, timelines, and relationships—bringing the industry closer to a future with zero disputes.
Selecting the right construction project management software is essential for streamlining workflows, meeting deadlines, and keeping budgets under control. This guide outlines key features to consider when evaluating tools, such as planning and scheduling capabilities, cost management, team collaboration, mobile access, and document storage. Effective software helps reduce errors, enhances communication among stakeholders, and centralizes important data like blueprints and permits. Compatibility with existing tools, including estimating and accounting software, boosts efficiency and minimizes rework. It’s also important to prioritize ease of use, scalability, and whether cloud-based or on-premise deployment best suits your business. Advanced features like 3D modeling can further improve client satisfaction and project accuracy. With increasing demand for new builds in markets like Calgary, especially among first-time buyers, builders are turning to robust digital solutions to manage multiple units and timelines. Testing trial versions and evaluating support options ensures the software aligns with your team’s workflow. Ultimately, the right platform empowers construction firms to deliver projects faster, more efficiently, and with greater client satisfaction.
