Tag: Early
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Tool to automate early biodiversity assessments
The AI tool uses high-resolution imagery to generate detailed habitat maps, and classifies habitat types down to individual trees, ponds, and scrub patches. It also generates biodiversity unit scores to help with biodiversity net gain (BNG) compliance. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Bechtel completes $3.5B Sydney airport 7 months early
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Reston, Virginia-based Bechtel, one of the largest contractors in the U.S. by revenue, managed the design and construction of the new $5.3 billion Australian dollar ($3.5 billion) Western Sydney International Airport, and delivered the megaproject almost seven…
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Early Tech Adoption in AEC: What Actually Works
Since the 1980s, the AEC sector has seen several technological breakthroughs, including CAD, the Internet, BIM, and, more recently, AI. Their introduction and implementation have followed the “diffusion of innovations” model quite well. I’ve been privileged to work with companies in the Innovators and Early Adopters categories: architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and software developers alike.…
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Early Tech Adoption in AEC: What Actually Works
Since the 1980s, the AEC sector has seen several technological breakthroughs, including CAD, the Internet, BIM, and, more recently, AI. Their introduction and implementation have followed the “diffusion of innovations” model quite well. I’ve been privileged to work with companies in the Innovators and Early Adopters categories: architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and software developers alike.…
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Last chance for early bird bookings at the digital construction Oscars
The Digital Construction Awards, celebrating best practice and innovation in the application of BIM, information management and digital technology in the built and managed environments, are on 1 July at the Brewery in London. The shortlisted entrants from 16 categories will gather on the night to celebrate and find out the winners. View the original…
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‘Plan early’ — homebuilders warned building costs are set to rise 12% by 2030
Homebuilders and renovators face a challenging landscape as building costs are set to rise by 12% over the next five years, according to the latest forecast from the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS). With tender prices also expected to increase by 15% and new work output predicted to grow by 19%, those looking to build…
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Early Black Friday Deals – Rambling Renovators
What are you shopping for this holiday season? I want to shop for less but shop better. Better deals, better quality items. More thoughtful purchases and less spur of the moment buys. It seems more and more retailers are having sales earlier which gives you more time to research and price shop. No need to…