Category
Tech
Delegated Interfaces
Trend cluster
Category
Smart
Construction
Construction management technologies adapt with intelligent features.
4.3
Trend score
Trend
What is the Smart Construction trend?
Smart Construction: The adoption of intelligent monitoring tools on construction sites is on the rise. Brands are launching aids in varying forms that include everything from mixed-reality helmets to drone technology.
Insight
The consumer insight behind the Smart Construction trend
In professions that involve the use of heavy machinery and materials, personal safety is extremely important. In order to stay productive and execute tasks with precision in these highly dynamic work environments, workers and business owners look toward technological solutions that will give them peace of mind through risk mitigation.
Trend themes
Themes within the Smart Construction trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Intelligent Monitoring Tools
Adoption of intelligent monitoring tools on construction sites is on the rise.
02
Mixed Reality and Drones for Construction
Brands are launching aids in varying forms that include everything from mixed-reality helmets to drone technology.
03
Autonomous Construction Site Vehicles
Bringing autonomous technology to the job site for ultra-efficient project completion.
Industry implications
What the Smart Construction trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Construction
Advancing the construction industry through the use of intelligent monitoring tools and mixed reality technology.
For
Safety and Risk Management
Adoption of safety-oriented measures through technological advancements like Intelligent Monitoring Tools can help to create potential innovative safety solutions that are not yet in the market.
For
Wearable Technology for Construction workers
In light of increased emphasis on safety on construction sites, wearable technology like mixed reality helmets can become the norm for workers to securely execute their tasks.
Workshop question
How could your company use smart technology to boost its workforce rather than replace it?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Smart Construction
Trend score 4.3 out of 10, from popularity 70%, activity 52%, freshness 8%.
Popularity70%
Activity52%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Smart Construction trend
6 featured examples from Oct 4, 2018 to Jul 31, 2019CategoryTech
Mixed Reality Construction Helmets
The NOCTUA Mixed Reality Safety Helmet Supports Workers
Mixed reality construction helmets have the potential to revolutionize the safety and efficiency of the construction industry.
CategoryTech
Flexible Construction Management Apps
'Punchzee' Improves Team Productivity and Workflow
The 'Punchzee' app is specifically designed for use by professionals in the construction industry, but other industries with complex project management needs could benefit from si…
CategoryTech
Construction Site-Monitoring Drones
The Conceptual 'SiteWasp' Drone Remotely Enhances Workflow
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate drones into construction processes to optimize site reconnaissance, improve communication, and increase overall productivity.
CategoryArt & Design
Drone-Led Efficient Construction Methods
Stephanie Chaltiel Uses Drones to Build in Disaster Zones
The construction industry can leverage drone technology and other cutting-edge building techniques to create affordable, eco-friendly housing solutions and improve disaster respon…
CategoryLifestyle
Shatterproof Technical Sunglasses
District Vision Drops the Koharu Eclipse Unisex Eyewear Frames
Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in the creation of sport-specific sunglasses that offer shatterproof frames and enhanced performance features.
CategoryAutos
Autonomous Construction Site Vehicles
Built Robotics Construction Vehicles are Ultra-Efficient
The construction industry has the opportunity to reduce labor costs and improve safety by adopting autonomous construction site vehicles.
