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November 1, 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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Digital twins turn raw jobsite data into structured insights that align with project controls. Through model-based inputs and linked identifiers, teams can track performance against cost, schedule, and quantity targets. The result is a consistent feedback system that strengthens decision-making, connects field data to control points, and maintains integrity across the full project lifecycle.
When margins tighten, slashing overhead feels smart, until it stalls backlog, bids, and cash. In episode 2 of The Cost Codes Show, profitability expert Steve Coughran explains why blanket cuts are “super dangerous” and shares a safer sequence: read your WIP, close the job-cost loop, protect revenue engines, and model reality.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the construction industry by offering real-time safety, productivity, and quality insights—like detecting underutilized equipment, safety violations, and waterlogging via drone monitoring. While construction has historically lagged in digital transformation, AI offers new ways to optimize bidding, enrich databases, and deliver contextual recommendations.
Building Transformations, a leading organization dedicated to advancing innovation in the built environment, has announced the appointment of Hannu Lindberg as the new Chair of the Board. Lindberg, a seasoned expert in construction technology and digital project execution at DPR Construction, brings over 20 years of industry experience and a proven track record of championing innovation and collaboration. His appointment signals a strong step forward in expanding Building Transformations’ influence across North America, particularly into the U.S. market.
Organizers of Geo Week, the premier conference and trade show for geospatial and mapping professionals, have announced the conference program and speaker lineup for the 2026 event, taking place February 16-18, 2026, in Denver, CO. This year’s program tackles the most pressing and complex issues in the industry, with 50+ sessions featuring experts sharing insights on the latest in 3D mapping, digital twins, AI and automation, lidar innovations, resilient infrastructure, subsurface modeling, climate adaptation and the technologies shaping the future of the built world and beyond.
Renoworks Software Inc. has partnered with Owens Corning Roofing to launch the new Design EyeQ® Roofing Visualizer, a powerful AI-driven platform that allows homeowners to explore and preview roofing designs with unmatched realism. Powered by Renoworks’ proprietary visualization and AI technology, the tool enhances the customer experience by allowing users to upload a photo of their home, generate realistic roofing design options, and make informed purchase decisions. This partnership marks a significant milestone for Renoworks, demonstrating its growing influence in the building products industry and its ability to scale enterprise-grade digital solutions. By enabling Owens Corning to offer a hyper-personalized and interactive design experience, the platform drives homeowner engagement, strengthens brand loyalty, and generates qualified leads for contractors.
OpenSpace, the leading Visual Intelligence Platform for builders, has acquired Disperse, a construction progress tracking leader, to enhance its Spatial AI capabilities and accelerate real-time project insights. The acquisition, following a successful partnership launched in June 2025, merges OpenSpace’s 360° image capture and analytics with Disperse’s AI-powered verification and expert data operations. This integration offers construction teams a trusted, objective view of jobsite progress, helping reduce billing errors, identify schedule risks early, and streamline stakeholder communication. OpenSpace now delivers the only platform that combines verified progress analytics with automated image capture, making it easier for owners, general contractors, and specialty contractors to manage complex projects with speed and confidence. The solution integrates with industry-standard scheduling tools like Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Excel, enhancing coordination across trades. Existing Disperse customers will experience uninterrupted service, while new clients can access OpenSpace Progress Tracking as a platform add-on.
DroneDeploy, the global leader in reality capture, unveiled major product innovations at its Horizons 2025 conference, showcasing a unified platform where AI agents, robotics, and decision-grade data converge to transform construction and industrial operations. Key highlights include three operational AI agents—Safety AI, Progress AI, and Inspection AI—designed to detect safety risks, track project milestones, and support predictive asset maintenance across diverse sectors. The company also revealed its roadmap for embodied AI robots, set to launch in beta in 2026, capable of autonomous interior and exterior site capture. Platform upgrades deliver enhanced aerial and ground accuracy, mobile 3D LiDAR scanning, photorealistic Gaussian Splats, and survey-grade earthworks analysis. DroneDeploy’s innovations solve core jobsite challenges: consistent data capture, intelligent analysis, and actionable accuracy. Early adopters report measurable gains in safety, cost avoidance, and operational efficiency.
RIB Software has announced a strategic collaboration with Microsoft to accelerate AI-native solutions for the construction industry. Combining RIB’s domain expertise with Microsoft’s Azure AI technologies, the partnership aims to improve productivity, sustainability, and decision-making across the entire construction lifecycle. By integrating services like Azure AI Foundry and Azure Kubernetes Service, RIB is embedding practical AI directly into construction workflows, from estimation and scheduling to procurement and project management. This joint effort addresses industry challenges such as labor shortages, cost pressures, and ESG requirements by delivering smarter planning tools, predictive analytics, and automated processes. Backed by RIB’s global AI team, the partnership is already delivering real-world applications with a vision to scale AI across all solutions. With this collaboration, RIB and Microsoft are setting a new standard for digital transformation in construction, enabling teams to work more efficiently and confidently.
The TALQ Consortium, creator of the globally recognized Smart City Protocol, continues to expand its influence in the smart city sector with 82 member companies and 74 certified products. These TALQ-certified solutions—comprising Central Management Software (CMS) and Outdoor Device Networks (ODN)—enable interoperability across vendors, offering cities greater flexibility and protection against vendor lock-in. Supporting applications like smart street lighting, parking, waste management, and environmental monitoring, the protocol ensures that city planners can confidently invest in scalable, secure, and future-ready technologies. With each certified product passing rigorous Functional Tests and adhering to open standards, municipalities benefit from simplified integration and improved system compatibility. The TALQ Protocol’s alignment with ISO 27001 further strengthens its cybersecurity posture, helping cities comply with evolving regulations like the NIS-2 directive. Industry leaders such as Citylinx, esave ag, and LUG Light Factory emphasize that TALQ certification empowers smarter urban infrastructure and supports long-term digital transformation strategies. A full list of certified systems and their capabilities is available on the TALQ website, ensuring transparency and confidence for planners, utilities, and integrators worldwide.
Bentley Systems has announced the winners of its 2025 Partner Excellence Awards, recognizing top-performing partners for outstanding achievements in product sales, services, and training. Revealed during the 2025 Sales Partner Summit held in Berlin, Germany, these awards celebrate partners driving innovation and operational excellence in infrastructure engineering. CAD Journey was named Partner of the Year for its rapid growth in North America. Archway Systems Inc. received the Business Transformation award for digital innovation and global impact. Geomatex earned the Customer Experience award for advancing smart city development in Egypt using digital twins. Astasoft Sdn Bhd was honored for Rapid Time to Value, while Software.com.br (Brazil) and Microgenesis CADsoft (India) were named Rising Stars for strategic growth and regional expansion. Bentley’s Partner Excellence Awards highlight the global commitment of its partners to delivering smarter infrastructure solutions.
As construction projects grow in scale and complexity, choosing the right ERP system is crucial for operational efficiency and long-term success. However, many firms face vendor overload, high costs, and limited resources that hinder ERP implementation. In response, Info-Tech Research Group has released Navigating the ERP Landscape for the Construction Industry—a strategic blueprint tailored for construction leaders. This guide introduces a three-phase ERP evaluation framework: identifying key market trends, defining business requirements, and assessing ERP solutions against consistent criteria. Designed to reduce rework, improve project delivery, and boost visibility across operations, the methodology helps firms select and implement ERP systems that align with business goals. As the industry accelerates digital transformation, this structured approach enables IT leaders to make informed decisions, streamline collaboration, and translate complex project data into strategic insights—empowering construction companies to drive growth and remain competitive in a dynamic market.
Humanoid robots, while still in early development, could offer a transformative solution to the construction industry’s longstanding productivity and labor challenges according to a new article by McKinsey & Company. As global demand for housing and infrastructure rises and the workforce shrinks, humanoids—versatile, general-purpose robots—may soon support human workers in tasks like material handling, pipe installation, and interior finishing. Unlike single-task automation, humanoids powered by embodied AI can adapt to dynamic construction environments. While widespread deployment is likely a decade away, construction leaders should act now by identifying high-impact use cases, building partnerships with robotics developers, and preparing worksites with the necessary digital infrastructure. Early investment in humanoid integration and training will help companies close productivity gaps, boost efficiency, and position themselves as industry pioneers. Ultimately, successful humanoid adoption will depend on collaboration, strategic planning, and continuous innovation to meet construction’s unique demands.
EarthCam, the leader in construction camera technology, has partnered with DroneDeploy, a top reality capture platform, to launch a powerful new integration combining aerial and ground-based visual data. This collaboration merges EarthCam’s Control Center with DroneDeploy’s platform, enabling construction professionals to access live-streaming video, gigapixel time-lapse imagery, orthomosaic drone maps, and 360º site captures—all within a single interface. The integration delivers unmatched real-time visibility, streamlines documentation, and enhances project insights with AI-powered analytics to monitor progress, safety, and equipment. With seamless two-way data synchronization, users can view and manage all visual data from either platform, improving coordination, accountability, and decision-making. Designed for fast deployment, the integration allows construction and AEC teams to quickly implement comprehensive jobsite monitoring, ensuring that every stage of development is captured from both the ground and air. Available now to EarthCam and DroneDeploy users, this unified solution transforms how projects are tracked, managed, and delivered.
Miter, a leading provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM), field operations, and expense management solutions for the construction and field service industries, has been named one of Construction Executive’s 2025 Top Tech Firms. Recognized across key categories—including Accounting and Job Costing, Asset Management, Financial Technology, Document Management, and Workforce Management—Miter’s all-in-one platform streamlines payroll, HR, compliance, and field operations. Designed for both union and non-union contractors, Miter helps construction teams save 20–40 hours per week on payroll alone, improving efficiency and accuracy across operations. “We created Miter to give contractors tools that let them build with confidence,” said Connor Watumull, Co-Founder and CEO. Scalable for specialty and general contractors in trades such as HVAC, roofing, paving, and electrical work, Miter combines modern technology with industry expertise to simplify complex workflows. Published in Construction Executive’s Sept./Oct. 2025 issue, the CE Top Tech list highlights leading technology providers advancing construction productivity and innovation.
