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Chicago Build 2026
Chicago Build Expo 2026 on October 28-29.
Humanoid Robots in Construction: The Reality Right Now
Humanoid robots are making headlines, but are they ready for deployment on construction sites? Learn what robots can really do today.
Walk Before You Run to Win: Standard Work, Edge Cases, and AI
AI can help you gain a competitive advantage by managing edge cases, but only if your standard work is already in shape.
When Customers Can Code, Who Needs Software Companies?
“If every client can build its own software with AI, why would anyone buy ours?” AEC software founders are asking.
Nordics Are Europe’s Next Data Center Hub
The Nordics are Europe’s next data center hub, and Google’s 13-billion-euro investment in Finland shows why.
Insource AI, Don’t Outsource Innovation
I interviewed the innovation expert Gijs van Wulfen about how AI is changing the innovation process and what remains critical for success.
AI, Trust, and Innovation with Gijs van Wulfen
Gijs van Wulfen, innovation consultant, author, and keynote speaker: AI has changed the speed of innovation, but not its fundamentals.
Reuse and Recycling Still Lose to Cost in Construction
The prospects of reusing construction components don’t look great in the current business environment. Is there a change in sight?
RONI: What You Lose by Not Investing in AI
Sam Zolfagharian on RONI – the Risk of Not Investing. Why AI payback takes 3-5 years, and which metrics to track until it arrives.
Building a High-Rise in Takt: Material Management Is Key
Haahtela is building the Node on a one-day takt: 50,000 work packages, 600 takt areas, every delivery just-in-time.
What Prevents Innovation in Construction from Taking Off
We need innovation in the construction sector, but we struggle to turn inventions into innovations. Why is that, and what can we do about it?
We’re Burning Tokens to Clean Up Bad PDFs
Discover the potential of AI in construction, focusing on its impact on the Bill of Materials and project outcomes.