Key Challenges Facing the Construction Industry Nowadays

Technologies like Machine Learning, the Internet of Things, and Artificial Intelligence can be game-changers for the construction industry by curing its most vexing problems.

Fremont, CA: Currently, the construction sector is dealing with productivity stumbling blocks, dangers jeopardizing on-site safety, inadequate sustainability initiatives, and a lack of enthusiasm from younger generations. Technologies like Machine Learning, the Internet of Things, and Artificial Intelligence can be game-changers for the construction industry by curing its most vexing problems.

Recognizing the promise of technology, several construction firms are seriously exploring (and some are currently undergoing) Digital Transformation. As a consequence, technology use is unquestionably expanding. The following are key construction industry difficulties that contemporary technology can assist in tackling.

Safety Issues

The industry must focus on risk reduction and specify practices to maintain employee safety. Organizations that fail to safeguard their employees may face financial and criminal penalties. The proper application of technology in the construction business may improve safety. That's also congruent with a report conducted by USG Corporation, which found that 60percent of contractors polled felt wearable technology would improve safety.