What is Connected Construction?

In this blog article, we will discuss how connected construction is impacting the industry. Read on to explore different perspectives from industry leaders on how they believe a more efficient communication between project stakeholders is transforming the future of construction.  

The promise and realization of BIM
Connected construction enables seamless data workflows across departments while integrating constructability. Modeling and data efforts should deliver tangible downstream benefits, beyond merely creating 3D visuals. 

Chris Peppler
Senior Director, Product Management and Marketing – Trimble Inc. 

Defining ways for stakeholders to work better together
Streamlined processes and collaborative tools enable stakeholders to work more efficiently, share insights, and align their efforts toward project success. 

John Bacus
VP, Product Management, Design and Engineering – Trimble Inc. 

Connecting stakeholders’ processes to allow greater insights
Connected construction integrates stakeholders’ processes, enabling seamless data sharing and collaboration and driving informed decision-making across every phase of the project. 

Scott Crozier 
VP and GM, Civil Construction Field Systems – Trimble Inc.    

Enhanced application of data produced in construction
Connected construction optimizes the use of data by strategically formatting, routing, and placing it, ensuring that valuable insights are accessible and actionable throughout the project lifecycle. 

Ross Stump 
Machine Learning Software Engineer – Trimble Inc. 

Cutting down on time spent waiting for data
Everyone in the field works from a single source of truth and contributes data in real time, virtually eliminating the waiting time for data updates. 

Casey Cyrus 
Project Management Director, Civil Construction Field Services – Trimble Inc.   

Early detection of potential problems
Connected construction enables us to identify possible issues early by providing real-time data and insights, allowing us to address these problems before they become major challenges. 

Dan Conery
Senior Director, Product Strategy and Management – Trimble Inc. 

Data-rich models streamlined across all processes
Detailed information, including costs, work breakdowns, and procurement are all integrated into a single model, ensuring transparency for all team members. 

Lawrence Smith 
VP and GM, MEP Division – Trimble Inc.  

Open flow of communication
Connected construction has dramatically improved communication between stakeholders by breaking down silos, ensuring that all members are involved and aware of changes and updates in real-time, preventing data loss and significantly improving efficiency. 

Rebecca Wilcox 
Project Manager – Neenan Archistruction 

Creation and reinforcement of feedback loops
Connected construction has transformed the process from a linear, step-by-step approach into a continuous loop, where collaboration and feedback lead to better designs. 

Matt Sprague
Senior Product Manager, PPM – Trimble Inc. 

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