Standardized data across construction projects improves efficiency and decision-making on job sites. Consistent data formats enable better integration between systems, teams, and equipment for smarter project management.
NVIDIA and Hugging Face have partnered to expand LeRobot, an open-source library designed to streamline robot training, deployment, and data sharing across projects. The collaboration introduces new models and frameworks that could accelerate robotics adoption in construction and other industries.
Cyvl uses AI-powered vehicle-mounted sensors to collect infrastructure data for major U.S. cities including Atlanta and Nashville. The company, founded by an 18-year-old engineering student, has become a leading provider of civil infrastructure analytics to support city development and planning.
OSHA is offering $12.7 million in Susan Harwood Training Grants to support the development of workplace safety and health training programs. Nonprofit organizations can apply to fund training that helps construction employers and workers identify and prevent job site hazards.
Construction bidding software in 2026 offers different strengths depending on your priorities, including project discovery, bid management, opportunity visibility, or integrated preconstruction workflows. ConstructConnect is highlighted as a leading option that combines these capabilities with access to one of North America's largest project databases.
Autodesk's third installment in its ERP Integration Series demonstrates how Forma Build and Agave connect project management with financial workflows through Cost Management features. The integration helps construction teams streamline operations by linking their building information with accounting systems like Sage 300.
Private nonresidential construction spending declined again in May despite positive momentum in 11 of 16 subcategories. The overall downward trend suggests headwinds in the broader commercial building market despite pockets of strength in specific sectors.
ENCY Software and Stäubli Robotics have partnered globally to make robot programming more intuitive and faster for users. The collaboration aims to make robotic technology more accessible to construction and industrial professionals.
The National Safety Council celebrated five years of its MSD Solutions Lab, a program designed to reduce work-related musculoskeletal disorders and boost worker well-being. The milestone was marked on June 23 at NSC's annual Workplace Safety Summit.
When construction backlogs shrink, the ability to start projects quickly becomes a competitive advantage for winning new work. How you execute your current projects directly influences your reputation and capacity to secure future contracts.
President Trump's 2026 regulatory plan outlines changes to federal rules that will affect construction operations, permitting timelines, and project costs. Construction firms should monitor specific regulatory rollbacks and environmental standards that may impact workforce planning, material sourcing, and project compliance.
Construction risk management involves identifying, analyzing, and controlling hazards to protect workers, assets, and project schedules on job sites. Effective practices include hazard assessments, safety protocols, insurance planning, and continuous monitoring to prevent costly incidents and delays.
The Associated General Contractors is monitoring upcoming federal environmental regulations that will impact construction operations and project planning. Contractors should expect potential changes to compliance requirements, emissions standards, or environmental reporting procedures in the coming months.
ABB Robotics has equipped its Flexley Stacy F712 autonomous forklift with vSLAM (visual simultaneous localization and mapping) technology to enable vision-based navigation on job sites. The F712 is designed to work alongside other robots and meets established safety standards for autonomous material handling.
The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is undergoing significant changes that will impact how construction companies bid on and manage federal projects. Contractors need to understand the updated requirements around compliance, reporting, and contract terms to stay competitive.
Clara López Pliego from ACCIONA demonstrates that open innovation leadership in construction comes from diverse educational and professional backgrounds. Her experience shows that effective communication across multiple disciplines is essential for driving innovation in the industry.
OSHA plans to release a proposed update to its lockout/tagout safety standard (1910.147) by November 2026, marking the first modernization of this critical equipment safety requirement in decades. The updated rule aims to clarify and strengthen protections for workers who service or maintain machinery and equipment on job sites.
Nonresidential construction added 64,000 jobs over the past year, representing 0.8% growth in industry employment. The sector continues to maintain steady hiring momentum heading into the second half of 2024.
The EPA has released new guidance to help pesticide manufacturers meet bilingual labeling requirements on product packaging. The rule ensures Spanish-speaking construction and agricultural workers can access critical safety information in their preferred language.
Autodesk's Cost Management tools in Forma Build and Agave streamline how construction teams connect project finances with their ERP systems. Part 2 of the series walks through core workflows that reduce manual data entry and improve financial accuracy across integrated platforms.
NIOSH is now accepting nominations for the 2027 Safe-in-Sound Excellence in Hearing Loss Prevention Awards, which recognize organizations and professionals who implement effective practices to prevent on-the-job noise-induced hearing loss. Construction companies and individual professionals can submit nominations for innovative hearing protection programs and solutions that demonstrate measurable results in workplace safety.
Construction teams generate massive amounts of materials data daily, but fail to leverage it for better project decisions and outcomes. Capturing, connecting, and actively using materials data can significantly improve how construction teams plan and execute their work.
Chicago Build 2026 has opened registration for its October 28-29 event at McCormick Place, positioning it as the largest and most innovative edition to date. The show will bring together construction industry professionals and exhibitors for two days of networking and product demonstrations.
Tesollo, a South Korean company specializing in robotic hands, has started preparing for an initial public offering. The company is advancing development of humanoid hand technology that could support construction and manual labor applications.