The ConTech Crew 392: 2023 Year-in-Review and A Look Ahead to 2024 with Nathan Wood and Ariel Castillo
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What were the significant tech strides in 2023, and what’s in store for 2024?
In this special episode of The ConTech Crew, I sit down with co-hosts Nathan Wood and Ariel Castillo for a 2023 year-in-review and what's coming in 2024.
From the rise of digital applications on job sites to the integration of AI and machine learning, we’ll dive deeper into the challenges and breakthroughs that are reshaping the construction industry.
Today, the crew will provide insightful perspectives on tech adoption and interoperability, the tech burnout issue, the future of BIM, and what the construction industry should look forward to in 2024.
Stay ahead of the curve by tuning in to this week’s episode. Let’s dive in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
The importance of interoperability (05:20)
On AI, app fatigue, and tech burnout issues (05:59)
Basics of technology adoption (12:43)
How public funding impacts technology adoption (15:17)
Finding the balance in innovation (22:08)
Bringing the trades to the education table (25:10)
The future of BIM and digital transformation (29:05)
What’s in store for 2024? (36:29)
Episode wrap-up (55:06)
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See this week’s news articles! 🗞️⬇️
➡️ First Round of $85 Million Competitive Grant Program to Fund DigitalConstruction Technologies That Save Time and Money
https://highways.dot.gov/newsroom/biden-harris-administration-opens-first-round-85-million-competitive-grant-program-fund
➡️ Construction outlook is a mixed bag in AGC survey
https://finance-commerce.com/2024/01/construction-outlook-is-a-mixed-bag-in-agc-survey/
➡️ Mercedes-Benz to enter luxury real estate scene
https://www.luxuryportfolio.com/blog/mercedes-benz-to-enter-luxury-real-estate-scene/
➡️ Top 2024 AI Construction Trends: According to the Experts
https://constructionblog.autodesk.com/top-2024-ai-construction-trends-according-to-the-experts/
➡️ BIM in Construction Market: The global market is growing at a CAGR of 14.5% during the forecasted period.
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