{"id":23872,"date":"2023-12-13T14:32:18","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T22:32:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/smart-construction-news-8-2022-aec-business\/"},"modified":"2023-12-13T14:32:20","modified_gmt":"2023-12-13T22:32:20","slug":"smart-construction-news-8-2022-aec-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/smart-construction-news-8-2022-aec-business\/","title":{"rendered":"Smart Construction News 8\/2022 &#8211; AEC Business"},"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<p><strong>Here are the topics covered in the August 2022 Smart Construction issue of the AEC Business Newsletter.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Keep tabs on AEC innovation and tech news, and <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/aec-business.com\/subscribe-to-aec-business-bulletin\/\" target=\"_blank\">subscribe<\/a>!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-breaking-down-the-6-principles-of-lean-construction\">Breaking down the 6 principles of Lean construction<\/h2>\n<p>This article breaks down the six core lean construction principles and explores how to implement them in your organization.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.letsbuild.com\/blog\/breaking-down-the-6-principles-of-lean-construction\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sellafield-s-biggest-construction-project-reaping-benefits-of-4d-modeling\">Sellafield\u2019s biggest construction project reaping benefits of 4D modeling<\/h2>\n<p>The Sellafield Product and Residue Store Retreatment Plant being delivered by the Programme and Project Partners is reaping the benefits of 4D BIM, with the introduction of a second twin \u2018BIM cave\u2019 in the project team\u2019s Warrington office.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/news\/sellafields-biggest-construction-project-reaping-benefits-of-4d-modelling\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">DigiBuild Raises $4M Seed Round to Fix Construction Supply Chains<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1221\" height=\"769\" src=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/image2.jpeg\" alt=\"DigiBuild\" class=\"wp-image-2014222 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/image2.jpeg 1221w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/image2-1200x756.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/image2-768x484.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1221px) 100vw, 1221px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/digibuild.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">DigiBuild\u00a0<\/a>is working to solve some of the key issues plaguing the construction industry. Their goal is to digitize the fragmented and tedious workflows involved in managing and procuring building materials. They\u2019ve created an easy-to-use software platform that automates finding, ordering, tracking, and managing materials needed on a construction project.<\/p>\n<p>The platform includes innovative features like Predictive Scheduling, which produces \u201cMust Order by Dates\u201d that guarantees contractors have the material they need on time to meet their job schedules.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/aec-business.com\/digibuild-raises-4m-seed-round-to-fix-construction-supply-chains\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-a-digital-as-built-is-a-superior-deliverable-in-construction\">Why a Digital As-Built Is a Superior Deliverable in Construction<\/h2>\n<p>Digital as-builts are the result of a continuous process of gathering and sharing information in real time throughout construction \u2013 rather than a task relegated to the end of a project like their paper counterparts.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iotforall.com\/digital-as-builts-in-construction\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sustainability Through Digitally Informed Decisions<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/sustainable-construction.jpg\" alt=\"sustainable digital construction\" class=\"wp-image-2014151 lazyload\"\/><noscript><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/sustainable-construction.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sustainable-construction-1200x675.jpg 1200w,https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sustainable-construction-768x432.webp 768w,https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sustainable-construction-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\/12\/sustainable-construction.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/sustainable-construction.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sustainable-construction-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sustainable-construction-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/sustainable-construction-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" class=\"wp-image-2014151 lazyload sp-no-webp\" alt=\"sustainable digital construction\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p>The environmental impact of buildings is expected to increase as the world population continues to grow. Sustainability in construction becomes crucially essential for the future of the planet and its inhabitants. Considering the energy and material resources throughout a building\u2019s life cycle is the key to controlling its environmental impact.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/aec-business.com\/sustainability-through-digitally-informed-decisions\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read the article by Pedro Santiago<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conductor-an-integrated-smart-construction-management-platform\">CONDUCTOR \u2013 an integrated smart construction management platform<\/h2>\n<p>Like the conductor of an orchestra, CONDUCTOR \u2013 an integrated smart construction management platform developed by Arup in partnership with Swire Properties, aims to lead the collaboration based on well-written sheet music, our framework, for true integration.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arup.com\/projects\/conductor\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discovering the Right AEC Tech for You with Niknaz Aftahi<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/wdbe-talks_2022_niknaz-1-1.webp \"  type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/wdbe-talks_2022_niknaz-1-1.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-2014217 lazyload sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Niknaz Aftahi\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><noscript><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/wdbe-talks_2022_niknaz-1-1.webp 1920w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/wdbe-talks_2022_niknaz-1-1-1200x675.jpg 1200w,https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/wdbe-talks_2022_niknaz-1-1-768x432.webp 768w,https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/wdbe-talks_2022_niknaz-1-1-1536x864.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/wdbe-talks_2022_niknaz-1-1.jpg\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/wdbe-talks_2022_niknaz-1-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/wdbe-talks_2022_niknaz-1-1-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/wdbe-talks_2022_niknaz-1-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/wdbe-talks_2022_niknaz-1-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" class=\"wp-image-2014217 lazyload sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Niknaz Aftahi\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Niknaz Aftahi<\/strong>\u00a0is the CEO and co-founder of aec+tech (<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/aecplustech.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">aecplustech.com<\/a>), an all-in-one innovation platform and community connecting AEC\/O professionals with the latest tools and technologies. In this WDBE Talks interview by\u00a0<strong>Aarni Heiskanen<\/strong>, Niknaz discusses construction sector innovation and technology and how she helps AEC professionals discover the right tech solutions.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/aec-business.com\/discovering-the-right-aec-tech-for-you-with-niknaz-aftahi\/\" target=\"_blank\">Listen to the podcast episode<\/a><\/p>\n<p>How is your organization remaining competitive in a sector about to be heavily transformed by digital technology? The global construction industry is predicted to grow by more than USD 14.4 trillion by 2030. Digital technology is playing a crucial role in transforming nearly all segments within the industry. Is your team ready for what\u2019s next?<\/p>\n<p>Master Builders Solutions\u2019 Global Digital Insights Strategist,\u00a0<strong>Ricardo J Rodr\u00edguez,<\/strong>\u00a0and a panel of industry experts discuss the main trends shaping construction businesses worldwide and hopefully spark curiosity about what\u2019s to come.<\/p>\n<p>Speakers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tal Friedman<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Chief Executive Officer, Foldstruct<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aarni Heiskanen\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Construction Innovation Agent, AEC Business<\/li>\n<li><strong>Robert Otani<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Chief Technology Officer, Thornton Tomasetti<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Moderated by Ricardo J Rodr\u00edguez \u2013 Global Digital Insights Strategist, Master Builders Solutions<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/O-0LW3Gxk4w\" target=\"_blank\">Watch the discussion on YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-construction-firms-slow-to-embrace-digital-marketing\">Construction firms slow to embrace digital marketing<\/h2>\n<p>A survey has found that 44% of construction industry professionals believe their businesses do not have the required skills to implement an effective digital marketing strategy.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.construction-europe.com\/news\/construction-firms-slow-to-embrace-digital-marketing\/8022387.article\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-causeway-launches-world-s-first-design-engineering-platform\">Causeway launches \u2018world\u2019s first\u2019 design engineering platform<\/h2>\n<p>Causeway Live Design is a cloud-licensed platform that provides seamless integration across all aspects of site infrastructure design, graphical ground modeling, roads and drainage design, including hydraulic analysis and 2D overland flow, vehicle swept path analysis, road marking, and traffic sign design.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/digital-construction\/construction-technology-news\/causeway-launches-worlds-first-design-engineering-platform\/113977\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The 4th annual BIM &amp; DIGITAL TWINS MIDDLE EAST 2022 is the region\u2019s leading event for Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Digital Twins, organized in partnership with Event Partners buildingSMART UAE, Dubai Municipality, Land Department, and buildingSMART International.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mepmiddleeast.com\/events\/bim-digital-twins-smart-construction\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lean and Digital Construction<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/lean-digital-construction-team.jpg\" alt=\"lean digital construction\" class=\"wp-image-2014097 lazyload\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/lean-digital-construction-team.jpg\" alt=\"lean digital construction\" class=\"wp-image-2014097 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/12\/lean-digital-construction-team.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/lean-digital-construction-team-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/lean-digital-construction-team-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aec-business.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/lean-digital-construction-team-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p>One of the core aspects of lean construction processes is that it proposes a more robust bottom-up process that is constantly reconciled with the situation on the ground. From this perspective, the construction 4.0 initiatives and lean construction processes can significantly benefit from each other. Their synergies lie across the whole construction process, from early design to construction and later operations and maintenance.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/aec-business.com\/lean-and-digital-construction\/\" target=\"_blank\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <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\/smart-construction-news-8-2022\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">This article was originally posted at Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here are the topics covered in the August 2022 Smart Construction issue of the AEC Business Newsletter. 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