Iowa DOT Posts Bidding Docs Online, Eliminates Print Versions

Contractors can subscribe to an e-mail distribution list and receive notifications when updated letting information is posted to the state’s website.

November 23, 2010

The construction industry already is adopting AI to fundamentally change and speed up the building process.

AI in Construction: What to Expect

Instead of wading through construction documents to determine appliance packages or contract obligations, workers can type the question into their cell phone and Chat GPT will provide the answer.

AI can play a pivotal role in optimizing supply chain processes even without a fully developed data strategy.

6 Steps to AI Adoption in Construction

By implementing AI in areas that don't require extensive data infrastructure, businesses can lay the foundation for a more innovative and resilient future.

Dynamic insights, gained using predictive models powered by AI, can help employees to make data-informed decisions which typically lead to enhanced project outcomes.

Construction AI Strengths & Weaknesses

The construction industry stands at the precipice of a transformative era fueled by artificial intelligence and ever-increasing pressure to build utilities, transport, energy, and housing to meet the needs of a growing population.

The Billing and Invoicing experience in Dispatch introduces a range of customer-centric features tailored to meet specific needs and preferences.

Command Alkon Revamps Billing and Invoicing Functionality

The Billing and Invoicing experience in Dispatch introduces a range of customer-centric features tailored to meet specific needs and preferences.

Bulk Exchange will integrate with HeavyBid, enabling customers to conduct more accurate bidding around the materials sourcing process and get instant materials pricing estimates for the first time.

HCSS Reveals Collaboration With Bulk Exchange

This partnership will also allow Bulk Exchange customers to instantly upload their RFPs to HCSS HeavyBid and their preferred suppliers for a quick and accurate response.

The Milwaukee Tool team had cordless equipment for all stages of the construction process.

World of Concrete 2024 Trends & Conversations

Cordless tools, safety, solving small contractors’ problems and providing an entry into technology were some of the trends.

The partnership unites BlueTape financing with Buildxact’s construction management.

BlueTape-Buildxact Partnership Combines Construction Software Features

The partnership unites BlueTape financing with Buildxact’s construction management.

Mini excavators are ideal for clearing, grading and applying fill material to prep pathways with minimal disruption.

4 Money-making Ideas for Your Excavator

Start the new year on the right foot by prioritizing equipment use that will benefit your work and bottom line.

The B2W Platform connects construction workflows in the office, field, and shop.

B2W Software to Display New Technology at World of Concrete

Recent B2W developments include a new dashboard, new purchasing options, alerts and notifications, and more.

Milling during BOMAG Innovation Days

PAVE/X Essentials

Co-founder Jessica Lombardo shares what you should know about this exciting new event from IRONMARKETS that is launching this year.

2023 was a major year for interoperability at Trimble as we started the year off with the acquisition of the company formerly known as Ryvit.

2023 Trimble Interoperability Review

In December of 2022, we at IRONRPOS predicted the coming year would bring progress in construction interoperability--here is how Trimble led the charge in 2023.

Pittbos starts with takeoff and extends all the way through to invoicing.

Software for Pavement Contractors

Emerging software products from Pittbos and PavementSoft are aimed at the unique workflow of asphalt contractors help to bid, win, and complete more work.

A review of the International Monetary Fund’s Assessing Reserve Adequacy (ARA) metrics indicates that the Penetration Index is heading upward close to 60%, which means that of the equipment in the field in the U.S., 60% of it is rented and scheduled to climb even higher.

Construction Economy: What Does the Future Hold?

Construction business owners should continue to expect high prices and need to keep a close eye on their balance sheets in Q4 2023 and Q1 2024.

Quickbase enables construction contractors and others to create new cloud applications. It includes templates and pre-built content for important construction workflows.

Quickbase Augments Construction Software No-Code Development with AI

AI brings contextual smarts to Quickbase users developing software applications for construction—plus an update on other recent developments with the platform.

Through the integration of 1build’s API, STACK users will gain access to 1build’s database of over 68 million data points covering every county in the United States, at no additional cost to their existing plan with the platform.

1build and STACK to Offer Real-Time Cost Estimation

Through the integration of 1build’s API, STACK users will gain access to 1build’s database of over 68 million data points covering every county in the United States, at no additional cost to their existing plan with the platform.

Zach Npp

Building A Business, Not A Side Hustle

Modern work culture sometimes promotes the idea of a side-hustle as something everyone should have, but for the team behind National Pavement Partners the goal is building a lasting business, and it's been that way from the beginning.

Mobile applications have infiltrated every other industry in the modern day, and the construction sector is no exception.

Smart Equipment Management: IoT Integration in Construction

Tomorrow's construction landscape is undeniably smarter and more connected, bridging the gap between digital technology and physical operations like never before.

Contractors require real-time data to make informed decisions, ensure profitability and prevent costly overruns.

8 Elements of ADCM & the Future of Technology on the Jobsite

Site prep best practices: what works today, what contractors need to let go of and where the industry should be headed.

1build's API will connect directly to Buildxact's Pricing Assistant allowing residential contractors to search within the platform for real-time prices.

1build and Buildxact Offer Real-time Pricing Data Tool

1build's API will connect directly to Buildxact's Pricing Assistant allowing residential contractors to search within the platform for real-time prices.

The new free plan allows users to measure and save up to 10 properties each month.

SatQuote Rolls Out SatMeasure Free Plan

The new free plan allows users to measure and save up to 10 properties each month.

Building starts from the ground up, so Civils.ai extracts data from geotechnical reports so engineers can move faster and dirt moves sooner.

AI for Civil and Geotechnical

Building starts from the ground up, so Civils.ai extracts data from geotechnical reports so engineers can move faster and dirt moves sooner.

vSite CEO Alec Pestov demonstrates his augmented reality solution using a Microsoft Hololens headset.

Live from Advancing Construction Technology

Contractors are researching AR supplier as a competitor folds and Topcon rolls out its Aptix integration platform.

“Edges could double your price if you have a lot of small rooms on a project,” says Harry Gressette.

12 Tips for Bidding Concrete Polishing Jobs

Uncover the hidden costs of the project before submitting a bid.

Powered by 1build, contractors using CostCertified's AutoCost can add material requirements for upcoming bids within the platform and retrieve the most up-to-date prices for more than 25,000 items with the click of a button, regardless of location.

CostCertified AutoCost Powered by 1build Live Construction Data

Powered by 1build, contractors using CostCertified's AutoCost can add material requirements for upcoming bids within the platform and retrieve the most up-to-date prices for more than 25,000 items with the click of a button, regardless of location.

The integration supports 2D takeoff while simultaneously building a construction estimate.

Togal.AI-DESTINI Estimator Integration for Preconstruction

The integration supports 2D takeoff while simultaneously building a construction estimate.

Pecora Calculator App Screenshots

Pecora Sealant & Coatings Calculator

The refreshed Pecora Calculator app provides a fast and simple way to estimate the amount of coating or sealant you need for your next project.

Mickey Contractor Direct serves as a solution for construction firms looking to source materials and products for their building project from lumber and framing to doors and windows and beyond.

Mickey Unveils Contractor Direct for Construction Materials and Products

Mickey Contractor Direct serves as a solution for construction firms looking to source materials and products for their building project from lumber and framing to doors and windows and beyond.