Below is an excerpt of an article published in the Q4 2024 edition of the National Organization of Minority Architects Connecticut Chapter (NOMAct) newsletter, which offers insights from Robinson+Cole’s Construction Industry Roundtable.
The construction industry, long viewed as a traditional and labor-intensive sector, is poised to experience a transformational shift with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). From streamlining architectural design to enhancing safety protocols and project management, AI is reshaping how construction professionals operate. However, the journey to widespread adoption has its hurdles, particularly in areas like cybersecurity and workforce adaptation.
A Construction Industry Roundtable event hosted by Robinson+Cole on September 29, 2024, brought together industry leaders from local and national organizations to explore AI’s opportunities and challenges in construction. These organizations included the National Organization of Minority Architects, Associated General Contractors, Associated Builders and Contractors, Design-Build Institute of America, Connecticut Construction Industries Association, Connecticut Building Congress, Construction Institute and American Arbitration Association. Read the full article.