The ConTech Crew 392: 2023 Year-in-Review and A Look Ahead to 2024 with Nathan Wood and Ariel Castillo

Published: Jan. 23, 2024, 10 a.m.

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What were the significant tech strides in 2023, and what\u2019s in store for 2024?

In this special episode of The ConTech Crew, I sit down with co-hosts Nathan Wood and Ariel Castillo for a 2023 year-in-review and what's coming in 2024.

From the rise of digital applications on job sites to the integration of AI and machine learning, we\u2019ll dive deeper into the challenges and breakthroughs that are reshaping the construction industry.

Today, the crew will provide insightful perspectives on tech adoption and interoperability, the tech burnout issue, the future of BIM, and what the construction industry should look forward to in 2024.

Stay ahead of the curve by tuning in to this week\u2019s episode. Let\u2019s dive in!


Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)
The importance of interoperability (05:20)
On AI, app fatigue, and tech burnout issues (05:59)
Basics of technology adoption (12:43)
How public funding impacts technology adoption (15:17)
Finding the balance in innovation (22:08)
Bringing the trades to the education table (25:10)
The future of BIM and digital transformation (29:05)
What\u2019s in store for 2024? (36:29)
Episode wrap-up (55:06)


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\u27a1\ufe0f First Round of $85 Million Competitive Grant Program to Fund DigitalConstruction Technologies That Save Time and Money
https://highways.dot.gov/newsroom/biden-harris-administration-opens-first-round-85-million-competitive-grant-program-fund

\u27a1\ufe0f Construction outlook is a mixed bag in AGC survey
https://finance-commerce.com/2024/01/construction-outlook-is-a-mixed-bag-in-agc-survey/

\u27a1\ufe0f Mercedes-Benz to enter luxury real estate scene
https://www.luxuryportfolio.com/blog/mercedes-benz-to-enter-luxury-real-estate-scene/

\u27a1\ufe0f Top 2024 AI Construction Trends: According to the Experts
https://constructionblog.autodesk.com/top-2024-ai-construction-trends-according-to-the-experts/

\u27a1\ufe0f BIM in Construction Market: The global market is growing at a CAGR of 14.5% during the forecasted period.
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