Why has construction sector productivity declined in the UK and in other countries in the recent years? Are there examples of policies across the world which have successfully addressed this?
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Related UKRI funded projects
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The use of data and AI to identify opportunities in construction project slow downs and restarts
The construction sector, encompassing contracting, product manufacturing and professional services, had a turnover of around £370 billion in 2016, adding £138 billion in value to the UK economy -- 9% of the t...
Funded by: Innovate UK
Lead research organisation: NPLAN LIMITED
Why might this be relevant?
The project focuses on using data and AI to identify opportunities in construction project slow downs and restarts, addressing the decline in productivity in the construction sector.
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Increase construction productivity using 3D computer vision & BIM to automate project progress and quality reporting.
"The $12Tn construction industry contributes to 15% global GDP, but is one of the least productive and digitized sectors. This makes billion-dollar cost overruns and delays the industry norm and results in trillions...
Funded by: ISCF
Lead research organisation: CONTILIO LIMITED
Why might this be relevant?
The project aims to increase construction productivity using 3D computer vision & BIM, which aligns with addressing the decline in productivity in the construction sector.
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Feasibility of BIM-enabled Generative AI Platform for Data-driven Incremental Productivity Enhancement of Construction Cost Management (BIM-GAI)
The application of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) can enhance productivity in cost management in construction SMEs by automating estimating cost plans, measured quantities, and predicting valuation and cashflow...
Funded by: Innovate UK
Lead research organisation: THE PROPERTY BOX GROUP LTD
Why might this be relevant?
The project focuses on the feasibility of a BIM-enabled Generative AI Platform for Data-driven Incremental Productivity Enhancement of Construction Cost Management, directly addressing the decline in productivity in the construction sector.