Construction Management

Xtellio brings telematics to jobsite tools and heaters

Xtellio's Xense sensors and Pro-Xentral devices put telematics on small tools, heaters and excavators alike, with open APIs so fleets keep their own data.

MEP systems can run 30-40% of a construction budget, ASCE course says

ASCE's two-day MEP construction management webcast returns Nov. 9-10, 2026, aimed at owner's reps and project managers who sign off on mechanical and electrical

CAS Automotive launches Damaged Equipment to sell fleets' damaged and end-of-life machines

CAS Automotive has taken its salvage-vehicle model to heavy equipment, offering fleets, dealers and insurers a guaranteed offer on damaged and surplus machines.

Humanoid and legged robots are ready for brownfield factories, but three technical gaps still stand in the way

Science and industry sources converge: legged robots can navigate existing factory floors, but reliability, dexterity, and data remain unsolved.

Procore acquires DroneDeploy for $845M, giving construction teams a direct line from drone data to project management

Procore's $845M acquisition of DroneDeploy folds reality capture directly into construction project management, cutting the workflow gap between site data and d

Construction's productivity crisis: why ML cost forecasting and off-site methods are converging

U.S. construction productivity has fallen since 1968. New ML models and off-site techniques are giving project teams concrete tools to close the gap.

AI moves from pilot to platform across global construction operations

South Korean majors and global startups are embedding AI into procurement, safety, and quality workflows as the construction AI market targets 24.7% annual grow

AI analytics, connected equipment, and insurer discounts converge on the 2026 construction jobsite

Buildots, Procore, and John Deere are all pushing new connected-jobsite tools in 2026, while builders risk insurers now offer premium discounts for site monitor

AI is moving from multifamily back offices to construction sites

From McCarthy's multiyear AI platform deal with Palantir to industry talk of onsite robotics still on the horizon, AI is reshaping how construction firms plan and manage their work.

Construction's AI fight moves to data as 38% of contractors report measurable impact

AI adoption in construction is accelerating, with 38% of contractors reporting measurable business impact, up from 17% a year ago, as platforms battle over data r

Construction's AI fight moves to data as 38% of contractors report measurable impact

AI adoption in construction is accelerating, with 38% of contractors reporting measurable impact, more than double last year's 17%, as platforms battle over data

AI drives a wave of proptech funding as construction and commercial real estate startups attract fresh capital

From construction robotics to AI-generated HVAC quotes, venture investors are backing proptech startups that cut measurable costs in the built environment.

Global Insights and Innovation: Mara Rintamaki at the IPS Sales Meeting in Mexico City

In an industry where incremental improvements can reshape entire supply chains, product innovation remains the quiet engine driving long-term growth. Companies like TekniPlex are increasingly leaning into global collaboration, recognizing that insights from diverse markets—whether in North America or beyond—fuel smarter, more adaptive solutions. Events like international sales meetings serve not just as…

Why Empathy Matters in Today’s Workplace and How It Builds Better Teams

Empathy has become a business competency, not a soft nice-to-have. With hybrid teams, rapid AI adoption, and a workforce increasingly vocal about identity and inclusion, companies are being pushed to rethink what effective leadership looks like right now. Research and workplace trend reports consistently show that employees who feel seen and supported are more…

Empowering Excellence: How Rick Ward Elevates Southwest Construction Services

In an industry where timelines tighten and jobsite complexities grow by the day, quality assurance has become one of construction’s most defining—and differentiating—disciplines. At its core, QA isn’t just about correcting mistakes; it’s about building systems and people capable of preventing them in the first place. This is especially true in specialized sectors…

Safety, Pride & Zero Defects: The New Standard in Construction Excellence

In an era when construction headlines often center on delays, overruns, and litigation, the companies that quietly build with integrity are shaping the industry’s future in far more meaningful ways. The most enduring structures aren’t defined merely by their materials but by the standards and culture behind them—standards that treat quality not as…

Fighter Jets, Fintech, and the Frontier of AI: Mastering the Art of Adaptable Leadership with Gregory Gorman

Leaders who inspire resilience and adaptability are becoming essential as AI and rapid innovation reshape how businesses operate

How Polygon’s Smart Moisture Control System Protected a Mass Timber Student Housing Project

Amid the rise of sustainable architecture, mass timber has become a powerful symbol of progress — a material that marries renewable design with modern efficiency. Yet, in the damp climate of Vancouver, BC, sustainability meets its match: moisture. Managing humidity levels in large-scale wood construction isn’t just a matter of comfort; it’s about protecting structural…

Passing the Torch: Why the Skilled Trades Must Build a Culture That Protects Technician Wisdom

The skilled trades are facing a demographic cliff. The reality is that far fewer people are entering the trades than leaving, creating a widening gap that threatens the stability of critical infrastructure across the U.S. At the same time, younger generations are bringing different expectations around work-life balance, culture, and purpose. As a result, service…

Rebuilding After the Tornado with One Call

In April 2023, a powerful tornado tore through Shawnee, Oklahoma, leaving a trail of destruction—including severe damage to Valir Physical Therapy’s local facility. Half the building was left standing, the other half shredded beyond use. But before Valir staff even arrived on site, BMS CAT was already there. “They beat me to the site,”…

Supply Chain Control Gives AMAG a Competitive Edge and Keeps Customers Ahead

Vertical integration in manufacturing allows this company to deliver faster solutions when supply chain disruptions hit competitors

Applied Digital Ellendale AI Data Center: January 2025 Update

Cooling systems and network infrastructure near completion as the facility advances toward full operational capacity

Revolutionizing Construction Efficiency with Tailored HVAC Solutions

Specialized climate control systems help construction teams maintain productivity and worker comfort on demanding job sites

Mentorship and Knowledge Transfer are Key HVAC Workforce Development Strategies for a Growing Industry

As retirements accelerate, HVAC companies are racing to pass down critical expertise before institutional knowledge walks out the door

Heating Up a Jobsite

Construction leaders can optimize jobsite conditions by understanding three distinct heating approaches tailored to different environmental demands

How Relationship-Building was Vital to an Account Manager’s Journey from Technician

Strong interpersonal skills and mentorship are becoming as essential as technical know-how in the competitive HVAC industry

Digital Marketing for the HVAC industry: Why Online Presence is the Key to Business Growth

HVAC contractors risk losing customers to competitors who master online visibility and reputation management in an increasingly digital marketplace

The Tech Divide is Impacting How Well Companies Can Respond to Supply Chain Disruptions

Companies with outdated supply chain tools face longer recovery times when disruptions strike, widening competitive gaps

A Decade of Supply Chain Disruptions Made U.S. Domestic Logistics Ready for a Baltimore-Style Closure

Years of supply chain stress tests have positioned U.S. logistics companies to absorb major infrastructure disruptions without widespread collapse

Past Crises as Present Shields: How COVID and Suez Canal Experiences Averted a Major Fallout from the Baltimore Bridge Collapse

Organizations that weathered pandemic and maritime disruptions built supply chain flexibility that cushioned the blow from a major U.S. port infrastructure fail