b'Technical & ResearchContinued from page 32learning algorithms fine-tuned for automatically detecting,size, type, location and other factors.measuring, comparing and labeling project spaces andAI-Enhanced Personal Productivity Tools: There are featuresondesigndrawings. The AssociatedGeneralseveral reputable and widely adopted AI-enabled personal Contractors of America (AGC) named Miami-based Coastalproductivity tools that support writing content, meeting Contractors a 2023 AGC Construction Innovation Awardassistance,note-taking,audio-to-texttranscription, finalist for using Togal.AI to complete construction bids fasterpresentation slide deck generation and research. Many of and more efficiently. Coastal Constructions chairman andthese tools are free or have a tiered payment structure.CEO stated that using Togal.AI cut nearly 14,000 hours ofTIME TRACKING: Time Doctor tracks work time, monitors work, saving close to $1 million in the companys first year using it. activity and integrates commonly used software applications Safety Monitoring with Computer Vision and Predictivelike Microsoft Outlook and project management platforms and Analytics: Newmetrix is an AI platform, recently acquiredprovides a detailed report on time spent on each customer, task and project.by software developer Oracle, that uses computer visionPERSONALSCHEDULINGASSISTANT:Reclaim.ai or visual recognition and predictive analytics to analyze photos and videos taken from construction sites. It identifiesintegrates with your calendar and optimizes your schedule safety hazards and provides feedback to the user regardingaround your task priorities, auto-blocks time for routines, best practices. Suffolk reported that after 12 months offinds the optimal meeting times, and adds breaks and travel implementing the program, it reduced recordable incidentstime around meetings.by 28% and cut lost time by 35%. By incorporating this toolNOTE-TAKING: Mem is an app that automatically sends you into training programs, construction professionals can learnand your contacts calendar invites and reminders based off safety best practices from real-world examples. the notes you take.Machine Learning-Enhanced Submittal and CloseoutConstructionoperationscouldbeonthecuspofa Process Automation: Pype aims to increase productivitytransformational shift with the adoption of artificial intelligence and reduce risk by automating submittal and closeoutto optimize processes, boost efficiency and supplement the workflows. Pype Autospecs uses machine learning algorithmslabor force. While AI wont supplant the irreplaceable skills to read and extract specs to generate submittal logs, andof experienced construction professionals, it can augment Pype Closeout enhances closeout through user-friendly,their abilities, elevating operational efficiency. However, it centralized dashboards with automated document collectionis critical for contractors to understand that to be prepared features. In 2020 Pype was acquired by Autodesk, one of theto leverage the potential benefits of AI, they must first have construction industries most ubiquitous software developers,the data infrastructure in place to support it.and has since been integrated into Autodesks ConstructionAs the industry evolves, a pragmatic understanding of AIs Cloud platform. Jacobsen Construction reported time savingscapabilities and constraints, coupled with an openness to of 90% on spec reviews. embrace innovation and think inventively, will be crucial Quality Control and Productivity Enhancement withfor contractors to remain competitive and address some ComputerVisionandPredictiveAnalytics:Doxelof the challenges facing the industry. By integrating AI into AIusesdatagatheredfromautonomousdronesandtheir operations, construction professionals can begin to rovers outfitted with high-definition cameras and lidar. AIclose the gap between conventional best practices and the algorithms analyze this data against the building informationtechnological innovations shaping the future of construction.modeling (BIM) models, schedules and estimates. TheCain Menard is a performance and operations consultant who works within program automatically inspects installed work and providesa variety of disciplines in the engineering and construction industry. His information on the percentage of the project completed,role is to serve clients by supporting the development and implementation which informs billings decisions, scheduling, sequencingof strategies that maximize productivity and minimize risk. Cain focuses and other project management decisions. Last year, Doxelon combining his experience in field work and project management with strategic analysis and business analytics to support industry professionals reportedly increased labor productivity by 38% during ain making data-driven decisions and implementing changes that reliably project with Kaiser Permanente, contributing to an 11%achieve improved margins. Cain can be reached at cain.menard@fmicorp.budget underrun. The resulting insights from completedcom.projects can be incorporated into training programs, allowing for developing construction professionals to learn about appropriate resource allocation and productivity by project www.mrca.orgMidwest Roofer 33'