JANUARYCONSTRUCTIONBUSINESSREVIEW.COM9reduced profit margins, and resulting in less investor expansion.As more advanced technologies materialize, it is crucial to consider the transitional relationship between established methods and new technological tools. Ensuring efficiency through transition is paramount. Without proper program support, projects and processes are subject to harmful disruption. Therefore, innovation and incorporation between BIM and technology tools such as REVIT®continue to set the standard;reshaping the construction industry during this revolutionary period. Transforming what was previously weeks' worth of work into hours is invaluable. Thus, bridging the gap between older 2D and accepted BIM technologies with cutting-edge 3D building models every trade can utilize to best perform their scope of work.As mentioned above, the current workforce is transitioning between generations, and it has become increasingly difficult to find replacements. We have seen success by engaging both, our Technical and Non-Technical associates with newer technologies, such as Tilt-Werks®, thereby working towards a solution for a constrained workforce and an engaged and interested new generation within design and construction. A recent report conducted by The US Chamber of Commerce concluded that "In the midst of a deepening workforce crisis, finding skilled labor continues to be a challenge for contractors. This quarter, 88% of contractors report moderate-to-high levels of difficulty finding skilled workers. Of those, nearly half (45%) report a high level of difficulty."Our younger generation's exposure to computers and technology since birth provides a unique and new perspective on our industry challenges today and in the future. Of which, we should be embracing, as technology will most certainly be a part of future solutions.Additionally, the importance of engaging with publications has, and will always remain paramount. However, using technology as a driving factor has enabled additional success as well. Dayton Superior's partnership with the Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) on providing personal, hands-on ACI certification events has engaged and captured new and future talent within the industry. During the uncertainty and challenge of COVID, technology enabled us at Dayton Superior to experience unprecedented growth, outreach, and engagement through partnership programs such as ACI Certifications through the TCA. Telecommuting and virtual engagement has continued to ensure our industries thrive and develop for the everyday challenges we encounter, and the solutions they demand.As this symbiotic relationship between technology and society continues to foster, it is important that we keep a tactful eye on ensuring our design and construction communities mindfully adopt new approaches and tools. It is our duty as design and construction professionals to aptly drive the Industry forward, suitably meet owners' needs, and most importantly, provide safety to the public. The drastic reduction and constraints within a vocation and STEM-related fields have created more efficient building design essentialFigure 1 ­ Stakeholders within the Tilt-Werks Cloud Based ConnectivityFigure 2 - 3D REVIT ModelFigure 3 - 2D Model Converted from 3D REVIT Model
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