Construction phases and
technology potential
Technology can transform and increase efficiency
in key stages of a construction project. Some of
these stages include RFP (Request for Proposals),
pre-construction, bidding & awarding, and the
actual construction phase. This paper highlights
emerging technology that supports each stage to
help increase efficiency.
Request for proposals
For retrofit projects, an initial laser scan of the
existing building will show an accurate digital
representation of the space. Laser scanning is the
process of accurately capturing the details of a
space by scattering a dense amount of laser points
at exceptionally high speeds. Surveying the existing
space before construction is essential for
understanding how much space you have to work
with, and will set the parameters for the project
going forward. A laser scan ensures you start with
an accurate 3D drawing. It can also help catch
underlying structural issues, site conditions, and
existing damage that can impact the design and
construction. The laser point cloud can be
imported into SketchUp, to serve as a base for
creating proposals, construction documentation,
and 4D animated logistics.
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