{"id":23206,"date":"2023-11-12T13:07:42","date_gmt":"2023-11-12T21:07:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/the-numbers-behind-inefficient-construction-practices-and-other-news\/"},"modified":"2023-11-12T13:07:43","modified_gmt":"2023-11-12T21:07:43","slug":"the-numbers-behind-inefficient-construction-practices-and-other-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/the-numbers-behind-inefficient-construction-practices-and-other-news\/","title":{"rendered":"The Numbers Behind Inefficient Construction Practices and Other News"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/files\/membership-default-internal\/\" class=\"memberhide\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/01\/20220718_175041000_iOS.jpg\" alt=\"-\"><\/a><br\/><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Here are our smart construction updates from February 2023.<\/h2>\n<p>Buildots just published a report analyzing quantitative data from 64 global construction projects and identifying common inefficiencies in current construction processes.<\/p>\n<p>The data came from Buildots\u2019 datasets.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a snapshot of the indicators:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Area Utilization: 46%<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>This is the percentage of available areas that are worked on during a given week.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Output Inconsistency: 56%<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The fluctuation in each trade\u2019s output from week to week.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Return Visits: 4<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The number of trades that return to a work zone to finish incomplete work (not including rework).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Sequence Deviations: 3.6<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The instances of activities being started out of sequence in each area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Before automated data collection and analysis, metrics like these would have been hard to monitor.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m sure these numbers are a wake-up call for many companies that want to improve their performance. They must identify the root causes of the inefficiencies and plan how to remedy the situation. That will not be a one-off campaign but a process involving several partners\u2019 efforts.<\/p>\n<p>You can download Buildots\u2019 full report at\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pages.buildots.com\/inefficiency-of-construction-management\" target=\"_blank\">buildots.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-heading\">FROM AEC BUSINESS<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-buildchain-project-enhances-data-exchange-and-transparency-in-the-eu-construction-industry\">The BUILDCHAIN Project Enhances Data Exchange and Transparency in the EU Construction Industry<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><noscript><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/11\/contech.webp 1920w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/contech-1200x675.jpg 1200w,https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/contech-768x432.webp 768w,https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/contech-1536x864.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/11\/contech.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/11\/contech.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/contech-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/contech-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/contech-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" class=\"wp-image-2014908 lazyload sp-no-webp\" alt=\"construction tech\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p>Trace Labs, a WEB 3 developer, joins the EU\u2019s efforts to create a smarter and more sustainable built environment with the BUILDCHAIN project. With its 11 EU partners, Trace Labs aims to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and increase transparency and trust in construction.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/aec-business.com\/the-buildchain-project-enhances-data-exchange-and-transparency-in-the-eu-construction-industry\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Construction Startup Competition \u2013 An Interview with Ibon Iribar<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/11\/Ibon-Iribar_CEMEX-Ventures.jpg\" alt=\"Ibon Iribar\" class=\"wp-image-2014957 lazyload\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/11\/Ibon-Iribar_CEMEX-Ventures.jpg\" alt=\"Ibon Iribar\" class=\"wp-image-2014957 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/11\/Ibon-Iribar_CEMEX-Ventures.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ibon-Iribar_CEMEX-Ventures-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ibon-Iribar_CEMEX-Ventures-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ibon-Iribar_CEMEX-Ventures-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p>The Construction Startup Competition 2022 allowed innovative teams from around the globe to showcase their solutions to leading industry developers and investors. I sat down with Ibon Iribar of CEMEX Ventures to discuss the competition and its value to the industry.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/aec-business.com\/the-construction-startup-competition-an-interview-with-ibon-iribar\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reaching Climate Goals with BIM \u2013 An Interview with Marzia Bolpagni<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/11\/wdbe-talks_2023_marzia-1.webp \"  type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/11\/wdbe-talks_2023_marzia-1.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-2014964 lazyload sp-no-webp\" alt=\"WDBE Talks Marzia Bolpagni\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><noscript><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/11\/wdbe-talks_2023_marzia-1.webp 1920w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/wdbe-talks_2023_marzia-1-1200x675.jpg 1200w,https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/wdbe-talks_2023_marzia-1-768x432.webp 768w,https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/wdbe-talks_2023_marzia-1-1536x864.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/11\/wdbe-talks_2023_marzia-1.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/11\/wdbe-talks_2023_marzia-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/wdbe-talks_2023_marzia-1-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/wdbe-talks_2023_marzia-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/wdbe-talks_2023_marzia-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" class=\"wp-image-2014964 lazyload sp-no-webp\" alt=\"WDBE Talks Marzia Bolpagni\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p>Ready to get inspired and learn more about sustainable construction practices? Join us for this WDBE Talks interview with Marzia Bolpagni of Mace, who shares her insights on the importance of BIM in reaching climate goals.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/aec-business.com\/reaching-climate-goals-with-bim-an-interview-with-marzia-bolpagni\/\" target=\"_blank\">Listen to the interview<\/a><\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-heading\">SMART CONSTRUCTION NEWS<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building change in the construction industry | An interview with Neeral Shah, Founder of YardLink<\/h2>\n<p>YardLink, launched in 2018, has become a hugely popular digital marketplace for contractors and construction suppliers across the UK.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eu-startups.com\/2023\/02\/building-change-in-the-construction-industry-an-interview-with-neeral-shah-founder-of-yardlink\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simplebim: working with structured data<\/h2>\n<p>Martyn Day caught up with Maria Lennox, who heads up Datacubist\u2019s BIM services, to dig a bit deeper into Simplebim and talk about the challenges of working with structured BIM data on big projects.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/aecmag.com\/bim\/simplebim-working-with-structured-data\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Verifi3D is integrated with Dropbox to enable model coordination from anywhere via the cloud<\/h2>\n<p>Verifi3D\u2019s Dropbox integration allows users to seamlessly sync and access their models (.rvt and IFC files) between Verifi3D and Dropbox, all in a browser.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/digital-construction\/bim-news\/verifi3d-by-xinaps-dropbox-integration-announcement\/120595\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vectorworks partners with Solibri to create Solibri Inside, a new SaaS-based solution<\/h2>\n<p>Vectorworks has partnered with fellow Nemetschek Group brand Solibri to create Solibri Inside, a new SaaS-based solution that provides in-design model checking for Vectorworks users.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/digital-construction\/bim-news\/vectorworks-partners-with-solibri-to-create-solibri-inside-a-new-saas-based-solution\/120512\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Combining digital twins with Building Lifecycle Intelligence<\/h2>\n<p>Cristina Savian shares some insights on how digital twins combined with a Building Lifecycle Intelligence approach, and openBIM, provided by software providers as the Nemetschek Group, can help accelerate digitalisation of the AEC\/O industry.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/digital-construction\/digital-twins\/combining-digital-twins-with-building-lifecycle-intelligence\/120225\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why closing the data gap is key to sustainable construction<\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to industries contributing to the impact of climate change, construction is one of the biggest culprits. In this article, Tom Noctor, Procore explores how closing the data gap can help to drive sustainability in the sector.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/digital-construction\/big-data\/why-closing-the-data-gap-is-key-to-sustainable-construction\/120320\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New construction technology releases in January 2023<\/h2>\n<p>eTakeoff, Topcon, RedTeam, and others have recently released new products and updates to keep construction projects running on time and on budget.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.constructiondive.com\/news\/new-construction-technology-releases-january-2023\/641172\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Improving construction material efficiency by uncovering blind spots<\/h2>\n<p>Omar Abo Madyan of the University of Cambridge examines how to tackle carbon blind spots and data gaps that are holding back construction material efficiency.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/energy-news\/improving-construction-material-efficiency-by-uncovering-blind-spots\/120393\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vinci Building adopts Dalux model viewer for all sites<\/h2>\n<p>Vinci Building has adopted the Dalux 3D model viewing platform and will deploy it across all its sites.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bimplus.co.uk\/vinci-building-adopts-dalux-model-viewer-for-all-sites\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Symetri partners with One Click LCA<\/h2>\n<p>Symetri has formed a new partnership with One Click LCA, a developer of construction Life Cycle Assessment and Environmental Product Declaration software.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/aecmag.com\/sustainability\/symetri-partners-with-one-click-lca\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unlock Hidden Data to Improve Construction Fleet Efficiency with Telematics<\/h2>\n<p>The construction fleet industry has advanced in ways we previously would not have imagined.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.forconstructionpros.com\/construction-technology\/article\/22486054\/intellishift-unlock-hidden-data-to-improve-construction-fleet-efficiency-with-telematics\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why should construction companies adopt model-checking workflows?<\/h2>\n<p>Model checking has to lower the threshold for transition. It needs to reduce the biggest risks, establish common languages, and help people to express what they expect from one another.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/digital-construction\/bim-news\/why-should-construction-companies-adopt-model-checking-workflows\/120142\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10 super promising Norway-based startups to watch this year!<\/h2>\n<p>10 Norwegian startups, all founded from 2020 onwards, including Modulize, Glint Solar, and layout.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eu-startups.com\/2023\/01\/10-super-promising-norway-based-startups-to-watch-this-year\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NCC takes the next step in BIM quality assurance with BIMcollab<\/h2>\n<p>BIMcollab, a leading provider of AEC solutions, and NCC, a leading construction company in the Nordics, have agreed on a multiyear contract to use its solutions for BIM quality assurance, including BIMcollab Cloud for issue management and BIMcollab ZOOM for model checking.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bimcollab.com\/en\/about\/news-press\/bimcollab-and-ncc-partnership\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefitting from Reality Capture Digital Twins using 360-degree Cameras<\/h2>\n<p>Technologies like HoloBuilder and the RICOH THETA X camera are transforming construction job site monitoring and adding critical efficiencies to collaborative workflows during and before construction.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/architosh.com\/2023\/01\/benefitting-from-reality-capture-digital-twins-using-360-degree-cameras\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hexagon acquires digital twin company LocLab<\/h2>\n<p>Hexagon has acquired LocLab, a German company that uses proprietary workflow technology and AI-based object recognition to help automate the creation of reality models for digital twin applications.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/aecmag.com\/digital-twin\/hexagon-acquires-digital-twin-company-loclab\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 construction-focused innovations from CES<\/h2>\n<p>From electric and autonomous equipment to AI-powered tracking solutions and cargo-carrying dirigibles, the construction industry\u2019s future was on display in Las Vegas last week.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.constructiondive.com\/news\/5-breakthrough-contech-solutions-from-ces-2023\/640180\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Construction hoist use is lowering labor costs, driving adaptation<\/h2>\n<p>This article suggests that there are still contractors that are not using buck hoists or elevators for constructing an 8-story building.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.construction-europe.com\/news\/construction-hoist-use-is-lowering-labor-costs-driving-adaptation\/8025883.article\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How technology can help you maintain your profit margins at residential projects<\/h2>\n<p>Residential construction profit margins are down due to multiple setbacks in the EU \u2014 LetsBuild explores three ways that digital construction technology can help.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.letsbuild.com\/blog\/how-technology-can-help-you-maintain-your-profit-margins-at-residential-projects\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/> <span class=\"et_social_bottom_trigger\"\/><\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5143531171910809\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- News - Bottom -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5143531171910809\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8320848692\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/aec-business.com\/the-numbers-behind-inefficient-construction-practices-and-other-news\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">This article was originally posted at Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here are our smart construction updates from February 2023. 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