AI transforms jobsite intelligence, unlocking productivity for contractors
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The construction industry continues to suffer from a productivity gap.
It lags behind other sectors with a mere 0.4% annual improvement in productivity since 2000.
While the industry remains poised for growth, it needs to deliver on the existing project pipeline, and ultimately find a way to close this gap.
From material delays to talent gaps, there is no one answer to this complex challenge.
Many contractors have turned to technology to support different workflows across the jobsite.
One solution that’s making an impact from an overall productivity perspective is jobsite intelligence.
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Jobsite intelligence solutions help site leaders enhance productivity through the terabytes of visual data generated on jobsites. AI is now advancing the capability of these solutions, generating the insights that help site leaders proactively manage their jobs.
How does AI impact visual data in construction and improve productivity?
Jobsite intelligence solutions leverage cameras on the site to capture visual data and support perimeter security for insurance and compliance, progress monitoring, and safety.
While these solutions expand the amount of visual data available to site leaders, strained project teams do not have the time or resources to analyze it. This is where AI becomes the catalyst for scaling jobsite intelligence and improving overall site productivity. AI is able to quickly interpret visual data and provide insights to teams on the jobsite in real-time.
For example, a morning brief uses AI to interpret a single photo first thing in the morning, summarizing the jobsite’s readiness regarding weather conditions, site hygiene, and dumpster availability. Similarly, AI-powered search capabilities simplify reporting, removing the need to comb through hours of security footage to find a specific infraction.
The more a project team can plan, the more productive it can be. AI-powered insights from jobsite intelligence solutions give site leaders the visibility they need to embrace a proactive approach: