According to a population survey, the construction industry plays a central role in the German economy. However, the economic situation in the sector looks less rosy. This raises the question of whether artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to increase productivity in the construction industry, as is already the case in other sectors.
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Potential of artificial intelligence in the construction industry
A study by McKinsey shows that the use of AI in developed markets can lead to annual productivity growth of 1.5-3%. For the construction industry, AI could generate a 0.7-1.2% increase in turnover through productivity gains alone. This could be a significant step forward for an industry that has traditionally struggled with low productivity rates.
Development areas and fields of application for AI
The greatest development potential for AI in the construction industry lies in the following areas. These approaches could increase efficiency and reduce the error rate.
1. knowledge transfer: AI can be fed with diverse information. The developers of Bau-GPT took advantage of this. Their chatbot is now an expert in construction technology, construction law and construction standards.
2. standardization of construction processes: By introducing standardized processes supported by AI, the quality and consistency of construction projects can be improved. This is also urgently needed. After all, the proportion of error costs in construction is often just under 15 percent.
123onsite Can do AI, but simple
As a software manufacturer, we think: You don’t have to equip everything with artificial intelligence to make it better. But in some areas, the use of AI is very helpful. For example, our new chatbot uses artificial intelligence to quickly compile the answers you need from our Help Center.
3. reducing the use of personnel: The use of robotics and autonomous machines can automate repetitive and dangerous tasks, which increases safety and efficiency on construction sites. Probably the best-known example is the SPOT robot dog from BostonDynamics.
4. document recognition: The Swiss real estate service provider HRS receives around 40,000 paper invoices every year. These are now read using AI and transferred to the ERP system, which significantly speeds up and simplifies the process.
5. machine management: Another example is the automatic prediction of machine maintenance based on machine hours. Here, 123onsite is working on accurately predicting maintenance times with the help of AI in order to minimize downtimes and extend the service life of the machines.
Talk to 123onsite – the AI makes it possible
We at 123onsite recently presented our new chatbot. To answer your questions when using our construction management software, it searches our entire help center. It then combines information from various help articles to answer your question in the best possible way. This way, you can get on with your work in 123onsite as quickly as possible.
Voices from the industry
Sven J. Körner, Managing Director of thingsThinking GmbH, emphasized the opportunities offered by the use of AI in the construction industry. He advised people not to be afraid of implementing AI and emphasized that AI can work more efficiently than humans, especially when it comes to repetitive tasks.
David Kuennen, Product Manager at 123onsite, says in an interview: “Artificial intelligence has the potential to revolutionize the construction industry. From planning and execution to maintenance and management, AI-powered tools can significantly improve efficiency and accuracy.”
Markus Richthammer, Member of the Management Board for Industry at Max Bögl, points out that technology is only as good as its users. “A key success factor is the involvement and training of employees.”
