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Maximizes construction success with practical guidance on managing emerging technologies in the AEC industry

In a rapidly evolving industry, effective management of construction technology is no longer optional — it is essential. Managing Construction Technology: People, Process, and Product delivers the insights and frameworks necessary to navigate the complex landscape of digital innovation in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) fields. Emphasizing the need for a holistic approach that focuses on process improvements alongside technology deployment, the book guides readers through evaluating, implementing, and optimizing both existing and emerging technologies, including BIM, VDC, robotics, and AR/VR.

Written by a team of experienced industry professionals, Managing Construction Technology offers actionable strategies to enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustained success. Step by step, the authors equip AEC stakeholders with tools to assess the cost-benefit balance of technology investments, craft systems for ongoing evaluation, and foster collaboration across project teams. Throughout the book, detailed management principles and diverse case studies help readers gain a comprehensive understanding of digital transformation tailored to various project types and organizational structures.

Providing a detailed blueprint for embracing technological innovation, Managing Construction Technology

• Presents a proven methodology for evaluating and implementing cutting-edge technologies in the AEC industry
• Includes real-world examples showcasing successful digital technology applications across diverse project types and scales
• Features management principles designed to maximize ROI and streamline decision-making processes for technology investments
• Addresses critical topics such as cost-benefit analysis, stakeholder collaboration, and long-term infrastructure planning
• Highlights long-term developments and trends shaping the future of digital construction

Managing Construction Technology: People, Process, and Product is ideal for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in construction technology, BIM, and digital project management within architecture, engineering, and construction management programs. It is also an invaluable reference for contractors, developers, architects, engineers, technology managers, and other professionals in the AEC industry.