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AR and VR presents huge potential for construction industry, but businesses slow to adopt

Despite enormous potential, construction firms are lagging in adopting AR and VR technologies due to concerns like bulky headsets and harsh jobsite conditions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Nov 2020

DataCentre infrastructure

'Freezing' winter could thwart data center construction plans, warns Aggreko

A freezing winter ahead could pose major setbacks for data center construction projects already delayed by COVID-19 this year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2020

Health Technologies

Procore looks to improve safety of ANZ construction sites with latest offering

Procore has launched Safety Essentials for construction companies in Australia and New Zealand, providing compliance support and pre-built forms.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Oct 2020

Document Management

InEight revamps document management for construction industry

InEight provides field-tested project management software for construction owners, contractors, engineers and architects.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Oct 2020

Data Analytics

Australian construction companies more dependent on data than ever, study finds

Australian construction firms increasingly rely on data, with 56% willing to switch software providers for better access and control, a Procore study reveals.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Sep 2020

Fintech

What's driving innovation in trades and construction in NZ

Job management software and digital accounting tools are being increasingly utilised in the industry, which has traditionally been a digital laggard.

By Robbie Dunphy • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Aug 2020

Stories from Other Regions

Construction stories

Digital Transformation

Lifting productivity in construction

A digital product database could trim consenting costs and lift New Zealand builders' productivity, with gains to GDP estimated at up to NZD $220 million.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Dec 2020

DevOps

MYOB supports New Zealand's construction industry with latest release

MYOB launches Advanced Construction Edition, a software solution to help contractors manage projects and budgets with real-time visibility.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Nov 2020

Law

Two men sentenced after power pole comes down in Wellington

Public safety was put at risk when poorly planned excavation brought down a power pole in Wellington, prompting fines for two men.

By Georgie Hughes • 3 min read • Sun, 18th Oct 2020

Smart Home

Stop electrical fires and stay ahead of regulations with new AFDD tech

Rising home electricity use is heightening fire risk, as the new device could help owners avoid rewiring costs and meet tougher rules.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Fri, 25th Sep 2020

Smart Cities

Why Digital Twins are taking the construction industry by storm

Construction firms could cut costs and delays by using digital replicas to spot failures, test designs and improve sustainability before build-out.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 25th Sep 2020

Sustainability

Contractors optimistic despite delays

Short-term pain from Covid-19 and delayed projects is being offset by record infrastructure spending, with many contractors still hiring.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Sep 2020

Auckland Council

Auckland projects closer to construction

Tender documents have been issued for two Auckland transport schemes, bringing planned roadworks a step nearer and easing congestion for growing suburbs.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Aug 2020

Construction

What is composite rebar and why it could be the future of lasting infrastructure

Corrosion-free reinforcement is gaining traction as engineers seek lower maintenance costs and longer-lasting bridges, seawalls and dams.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Aug 2020

Construction

Cancer-causing dust released by earthworks

Construction and quarry workers face a higher mesothelioma risk as scientists warn disturbed volcanic rock may release erionite fibres into the air.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Aug 2020

Procurement

Political rabbits put in charge of the lettuce

Delayed project details are leaving construction firms unable to plan, risking job losses as ministers drip-feed a $2.6 billion infrastructure package.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Aug 2020