Nothing has changed the construction industry more than technology has.
People have been constructing houses, temples and other structures since ancient civilizations walked the earth, but we’ve come a long way since the days when houses were constructed with clay and leaves. Technology has been evolving the way we construct buildings for centuries, but the construction technology advancements in recent years have revolutionized the industry like never before. In our last blog, the experts at SITECH Rocky Mountain went over the first three ways that technology has transformed the construction industry. Here are the last three ways:
#4. Construction Management Software
Whether your project is big or small, the right construction management software can go a long way to helping you complete your project within budget and on schedule. Construction management software has tools to help you budget, manage your team’s time and complete your billing, streamlining your entire construction project from the beginning to the end. The additional control that software gives construction managers also helps them to keep their employees safer and avoid dangerous errors.
#5. Blueprint Apps
It used to be that construction managers had so many documents to keep track of that it took the help of a file clerk just to keep it all together. Luckily, advanced technology and construction management software have changed all of that. Now, construction managers can get the blueprints they need right on their tablet or mobile device through an app. Whether a manager is on the job site or in the office, he or she can watch out for possible obstacles or risks on the job site and make any necessary adjustments to avoid potential issues. These apps also make it possible to communicate in real-time with your entire team.
#6. Job-Site Safety
The biggest and most important way that technology has changed the construction industry is in safety. Worker safety has never been more important, and the good news is that technology makes job sites exponentially safer for all workers. Increased safety leads to improved efficiency, as well as fewer legal issues for construction managers to deal with. Here are the top two technological advancements that have improved job-site safety:
- Drones – Because drones allow construction managers to survey areas that aren’t physically suitable for humans, they give managers a more accurate look at the job site, improving their ability to catch and correct risks before they turn into dangerous problems.
- Safety Equipment – Technology isn’t just about the drones, apps and software, technology has also improved job-site safety equipment. Safety glasses, halo-lights, headsets and responsive clothing are all examples of technology that help to keep workers safe and reduce injuries.
Nothing has changed the construction industry quite as much as technology, and if you are looking to take advantage of this technology in either Colorado, New Mexico or El Paso, Texas, you need SITECH Rocky Mountain on your side. We’ve been providing Trimble Technology to our clients for our 10 years now, and we would be happy to help you find the right solution for your needs. Contact us today to get started.