A CLOSER LOOK
EMBRACING TECHNOLOGY
Construction companies adopting innovations; expert advises using a measured approach
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During the past two decades, the development and acceptance of construction technology has made huge strides. GPS-based grade control is a perfect example. It has evolved from masts and cables on the outside of machines to integrated systems that can automatically raise and lower dozer blades. Today, companies are increasingly accessing information about their machinery via mobile platforms such as smartphones and tablets, using Wi-Fi or cellular networks. Construction companies that fail to embrace these new strategies may fall behind those that do and could eventually be forced to close. It’s essential to adopt innovations in today’s world, although firms should
take a measured and realistic approach to implementation, says Damon Haber, Co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Record360, which helps businesses add the latest products to their operations. “I was an operator before I became a tech guy, so I understand how it is affecting companies and individuals,” Haber said. “Like equipment, devices and apps don’t create outcomes; however, they can be valuable tools that help achieve them. Failures often happen when companies try to do too much or have no clear objectives as to why they want to implement certain solutions.”
Editor's note: Some information for this article was supplied by Damon Haber, Co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Record360.
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Mobile technology continues to grow in the construction industry, and this is one area where caution is especially necessary, according to Damon Haber, Co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Record360. “Every major manufacturer has an app, and all are proven,” said Haber. “So, it’s not an issue of whether a construction company can use them; however, they must look at the technical considerations.”
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