Construction Law
Tips for Implementing New Technology in Construction Part 1
In today’s technology-driven world, it should come as no surprise that many of trends in construction revolve around new technologies that will improve and enhance the building design and construction process. It’s critical that construction professionals stay abreast of the latest technology trends so that they can remain competitive.
This two-part article series our Tampa construction lawyers will identify the issues that industry professionals are faced with and provide tips for introducing new technology on projects. Feel free to skip ahead to part two to learn more.
The Key to Successful Implementation
A business case must be made for bringing construction technology solutions onto projects. Since every job is different and requires different levels of technology, it’s important to make sure the solution fits the problem. Companies must think about the following:
- Selecting the right technology to solve their problem
- Engaging all leadership with the new technology
- Ensuring the team is on board with the process
- Consistently following a specific implementation process across the board
Our Tampa construction lawyers believe that when technology is successfully integrated into the construction process, professionals will be able to find, record, and manage their risks and liabilities.
Keep an Eye on the Competition
Construction companies that are already embracing and using the latest technology will often find themselves outpacing their competitors. Having better and more advanced technology in place will better serve your customers. In turn, they will respond to the company that can offer them superior customer service which translates to faster project completions, reduced costs, and improved quality.
Select the Right Technology
The most successful companies typically have both formal and informal processes in place to ensure innovative software and hardware systems are continually identified and implemented into their processes.
Usually, larger companies will already have some technology in place. This could be a specialized program or an application specifically intended for use in the construction industry, for example. Because they already tend to have technology in place, integrating new technology with their existing systems can become a challenge for larger corporations.
With smaller to medium-sized companies, understanding pain points is the key to vetting and adopting new technology. Once the company’s processes are evaluated and their pain points are identified, they can select technology that will help them to streamline their business. Companies will then see an increase in their efficiency and productivity.
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Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for general educational information only. This information does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to constitute legal advice, nor should it be relied upon as legal advice for your specific factual pattern or situation.