From Paperwork Piles to Perfect As-Builts (and 5 Reasons Why You Should Care)

70% of construction leaders believe AI will revolutionize the industry. And one of its most impactful applications is in as-built documentation.

Here’s why you should be excited:

• A $1.2 Trillion Problem: According to a 2020 study by McKinsey Global Institute [1], rework due to inaccurate or incomplete as-built documentation costs the construction industry a staggering $1.2 trillion annually.
• The AI Hero: AI-powered solutions, particularly those utilizing drones, are transforming as-built documentation by capturing highly accurate data and automating tedious tasks.

Here are 5 ways AI is transforming construction sites, ensuring your as-built drawings are as accurate and efficient as the build itself:

1. Drone Data Capture: AI-powered drones can autonomously navigate construction sites, capturing high-resolution photos and 3D point cloud data. This eliminates safety risks for workers and streamlines the data collection process.
2. Automated Dimensioning and Modeling:  Manually measuring and drawing as-built elements is a thing of the past. AI algorithms can analyze drone-captured data to automatically generate dimensionally accurate 2D drawings and even 3D models of the completed construction. This not only saves time and resources but also minimizes human error. [2]
3. Real-Time Progress Tracking: AI can analyze drone data to create detailed progress reports, highlighting deviations from the original plans. This allows for proactive course correction and early identification of potential issues, ultimately leading to a smoother and more efficient construction process. [3]
4. Real-Time Progress Tracking: AI can analyze drone data to create detailed progress reports, highlighting deviations from the original plans. This allows for proactive course correction and early identification of potential issues, ultimately leading to a smoother and more efficient construction process. [3]

• Smarter Building Maintenance: Accurate as-built data captured by AI paves the way for smarter building maintenance. Facility managers can utilize 3D models generated from drone data to identify potential maintenance needs and plan future renovations more effectively. [4]

visit : www.ifieldsmart.com

Sources:

.

[1] McKinsey Global Institute: https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/capital-projects-and-infrastructure/our-insights/reinventing-construction-through-a-productivity-revolution

[2] HOVER:

How AI is Transforming As-Built Documentation

 [3] BuiltWorlds :

The Future of Construction Documentation: How AI and Drones are Reshaping the Industry https://builtworlds.com/

 [4] PlanGrid:

“The Role of AI in As-Built Documentation for Building Maintenance and Facility Management”