Preconstruction Technology Updates

July 03, 2023

Construction’s Age Problem: A Foreboding Exodus of Experience

Construction’s workforce isn’t getting any younger.

June 26, 2023

When School is out, Construction is in

Just beyond the schoolhouse doors of Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary School in Zuni, New Mexico, stand tall buttes with flat tops, steep sides, and rock …

June 19, 2023

The Future of Construction Software Estimating: Trends and Predictions

Introduction The construction industry has undergone significant changes over the years, especially in recent times. Technological advancements have …

June 08, 2023

Is ChatGPT Going to Replace Estimators?

ChatGPT is the fastest-growing web app ever.

May 01, 2023

How Construction is Getting Smarter With Data Intelligence

It was the pandemic that finally made Prevost Construction's use of data intelligence look really smart.

April 19, 2023

How Preconstruction Collaboration in Healthcare Leads to Growth

Healthcare projects come with a unique set of challenges. Not only is a good program development essential but the team must remember what a …

April 03, 2023

Buy America Provisions Can Improve Construction Lead Times — For a Price

A reliance on construction materials produced overseas has left U.S. contractors susceptible to long lead times and extreme price volatility, …

March 29, 2023

How DESTINI Estimator Captures the Estimating Mindset

If you were to update your resume right now, beyond your technical abilities to solicit bids, interpret plans, perform takeoff, and use Excel, what …

March 23, 2023

How a Space Plan Impacts Precon in Healthcare

Seasoned preconstruction managers who work on healthcare projects rely heavily on space plans before starting an estimate. Trying to do an estimate …

March 09, 2023

Beck Technology’s Preconstruction Software Roadmap—the Future of DESTINI

Founded in 1996 by a large multi-national general contractor to leverage technology to help preconstruction teams create better outcomes, Beck …

March 01, 2023

H. J. Russell & Company Project Spotlight—DFW Terminal Renewal and Improvement Program

We’re proud to call dozens of award-winning general contractors our clients, as well as our partners in innovation. And there’s nothing we love more …

February 07, 2023

The Top 4 Construction Buzzwords for 2023

What is the next big thing in construction? What do precon teams need to be preparing for? Although inflation, material costs and supplies, and the …